Upward Bound | Trigonometry/Calculus Tutor - Upward Bound Programs

Employment Opportunity

Program Description

The office of Pre-College Programs is seeking a reading and literature tutor to assist high school students who participate in the Upward Bound academic year program. Upward Bound is a college preparatory program designed to encourage students to develop the academic skills and motivation necessary for success in post-secondary education. Upward Bound serves students in 9th - 12th grade in Northwest Arkansas. During the academic year, students attend Saturday sessions twice a month at University of Arkansas campus and are involved in an intensive academic curriculum supplemented with a variety of personal development activities.

Compensation

$11-$15 per hour

Dates of Employment/Work Schedule

12:30 PM-2:00 PM on each of the following dates:
September 12
September 26
October 17
October 24
November 21
December 5
January 16
January 30
February 20
February 27
March 13
April 3
April 17

Qualifications

Applicants must have completed at least 60 hours of college credit and have an overall GPA of 3.0 with a minimum GPA of 3.0 in the subject area to be taught. Applicants must have a high energy level and be able to communicate effectively with 9th - 12th grade students.

Preferred Qualifications

Major in subject to be tutored. Bachelor's degree or higher. Previous tutoring/teaching experience, preferably with high school students.

Responsibilities

Tutors will provide one-on-one or group tutoring as needed for 1.5 hours during Saturday sessions. Tutors will be responsible for creating and maintaining a quiet study area free from student disruption. Tutors will be responsible for assessing each student's academic need and progress, and keep an accurate log of attendance and behavior.

Deadline

Applications received by September 7, 2009 will receive full consideration. Submissions will continue to be accepted until position is filled.