Upward Bound Tutor

University of Arkansas System • Fort Smith, AR

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Upward Bound Tutors will conduct group tutoring sessions to high school participants of the Upward Bound Programs in core academic subjects. Various subject areas will be needed to meet the needs of the participants in the program. The position reports to the Upward Bound Academic Specialist.

Requirements

• Completed course work in the subject area with 3.0 or higher average grade point
• Sophomore or higher standing at a post-secondary institution
• Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to demonstrate excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to display a positive attitude and be an academic role model.
• Ability to present material using verbal, visual, and/or written methods.
• Ability to incorporate technology into tutorial sessions.
• Proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Professional high school teaching and/or tutoring experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide tutoring to Upward Bound students to assist with comprehension of course work, and work with program staff to improve student retention and success.
• Promote effective academic readiness and good study habits.
• Maintain attendance data and provide tutoring evaluations of student learning to ensure positive academic progress is achieved.
• Enhance learning concepts and strategies; test preparation; and assist with skill building as needed.
• Responsible for maintaining a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner to foster teamwork and by providing leadership to subordinates.
• Requires consistent on-time attendance.
• Performs other similar or related duties as requested or assigned.
• Maintains strong working relationship with staff.
• Contributes to the overall success of the department by performing all other duties as requested or assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• University contributions to health, dental, life, and disability insurance
• Tuition waivers for employees and their families
• 12 official holidays
• Immediate leave accrual
• Choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10 percent of employee salary.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree