Upward Bound Tutor

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Waubonsee Community College is committed to hiring and retaining exceptional faculty and staff who are committed to the college’s culture of collaboration, professional growth and student success. Our staff play a vital role in delivering high-quality instruction and fostering a dynamic learning environment. Join a team of passionate educators dedicated to making a difference!

Upward Bound tutors provide subject matter assistance and homework help during individual or group drop-in sessions to high school students. Their responsibilities include reviewing class materials, discussing texts, addressing test questions, and providing feedback on essays. Tutors also model the techniques, strategies, attitudes, and beliefs of successful learners.

This position requires strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to effectively use technology to enhance tutoring sessions.

Successful Upward Bound tutors take a holistic approach to student success, bring passion and enthusiasm to each session, and collaborate with colleagues. They are capable of working effectively and constructively with individuals from diverse cultures, gender identities, language groups, and abilities.

Tutors will be assigned a set schedule for one or more days, depending on their availability. Additional shifts for assisting with monthly field trips are also available.

We are specifically seeking tutors in the following subject areas:

• Writing
  
• Biology, Chemistry, and Physics
  
• Anatomy and Physiology
  
• Algebra through Calculus
  

Associate or Bachelor's degree required.

Proficient in tutoring subject area.

Experience teaching / tutoring at the high school or post-secondary level

• Cover Letter-Yes
  

• Resume-Yes
  

• References-Yes
  

• Transcripts-Yes
  

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Grant Funded: Yes

Work Schedule: Fall and Spring Semester

Work Hours: 25 max

Testing: No

Hourly Rate Based on Degree: 22.70 - 28.55

Benefits: Click to See Benefits Page

An unofficial transcript is required at the time of interview, or it may be attached during the application process. This position is at East Aurora High School.

Equal Opportunity Employer: minority/female/disability/veteran