Academic Tutor for High School Students

QUALIFICATIONS:

The Upward Bound Programs Academic Tutor must have a minimum of one year postsecondary academics and must demonstrate a mastery of the subject area which he or she is designated to tutor. The Academic Tutor must have a cumulative grade point average of 2.75 or above. It is required that he/she exhibits sensitivity toward Upward Bound Programs participants. It is preferred that tutors have experience in teaching, peer tutoring, mentoring, and demonstrate a potential for leadership.

Able to tutor any day(s) between Monday through Thursday between the hours of 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1.    Reports to Tutor Coordinator or Academic Advisor on duty.

2.    Tutor students individually and in groups in a variety of subjects.

3.    Teach study skills that assist students in preparation for postsecondary education.

4.    Provide and maintain an atmosphere conducive to learning and retaining material studied.

5.    Inform the Academic Advisor of any academic or disciplinary problems that impede tutorial progress.

6.    Demonstrate a commitment, through mentoring, to assist socio-economically disadvantaged students develop motivational skills necessary for success in college.

7.    Mentor students by participating in educational/cultural activities.

8.    Maintain accurate and timely records of student contact and maintain confidentiality.

9.    Utilize the resources of Creighton University to the fullest extent possible to benefit Upward Bound students.

10.   Other duties as assigned.

Questions: contact: anthonyceja@creighton.edu or deidradevers@creighton.edu