Upward Bound Math
- Employer
- Northeastern University
- Location
- California, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not specified
- Date posted
- Jan 30, 2024
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- Position Type
- Administrative, Student Affairs, Other Student Affairs
- Employment Level
- Administrative
- Employment Type
- Part Time
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Upward Bound Math & Science Tutor Oakland
About the Opportunity
Mills College @ Northeastern University Upward Bound (UB) is a federally funded TRiO program designed to enhance the academic skills of low-income first-generation college-bound high school students in the Oakland and West Contra Costa Unified School District with the goal that participants will pursue a post-secondary education. TRiO is funded by the U. S. Department of Education.
After School Tutoring
The Upward Bound Program is hiring after school tutors. We are looking for tutors in humanities, science, and math. Our after-school program will take place at Mills College @ Northeastern University during the academic year on Tuesdays & Thursdays from 3:30 pm - 6:00 pm and Wednesdays from 2:30 pm - 6:00 pm.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
OVERVIEW
During the school year Mills College @ Northeastern University Upward Bound offers an intensive but supportive after school program for our students. Tutors' employment begins in September 2021 and goes on to April 2022. Primary responsibilities for tutors are to work with Upward Bound high school students during weekday afternoon tutorial to provide academic support in various high school subjects. Tutors establish and maintain effective and positive relationships in a diverse and multicultural environment. Tutors communicate/work effectively with high school students who bring a range of educational backgrounds as well as a variety of learning styles. Tutors will work closely with the Associate Director and the Academic Advisors regarding students' progress and needs.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
- Strong knowledge of English, History, Biology, Chemistry,
Physics, Algebra I & II, pre-Calculus, Calculus AB/BC,
Mandarin, Spanish, and/or French.
- Experience mentoring, tutoring and/or teaching low-income,
first-generation college-bound students.
- Skills and knowledge to effectively work with students with
diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic
backgrounds.
- Have completed at least sophomore year in college or
university.
- Be in good academic standing at college or university attending
(3.0 and above) or has recently graduated.
- Be able to exhibit strong customer service orientation for all
constituencies and members of the public.
- Be able to take appropriate steps to promote and sustain
effective working relationships within a diverse multicultural
environment.
- Be able to work safely in compliance with the College Injury
and Illness Prevention Plan.
- Knowledge of the Mills College @
Northeastern University Upward Bound Program's mission and
vision.
- Knowledge of child/adolescent cognitive development and
different learning styles.
- Be able to attend the academic staff training that will take
place in early September (exact dates TBD).
- Enforce Upward Bound Program rules and regulations.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Be punctual, positive, motivated, interactive, and
flexible.
- Be able to maintain a positive mental attitude throughout the
program and present a positive image of Mills College @ Northeastern University Upward Bound to
participants and guests.
- Provide tutorial and academic assistance to Upward Bound
Program students
- Develop appropriate relationships with students.
- Work with students to complete assignments, prepare for tests
and improve academic skills.
- Assess students' academic strengths and weaknesses, and help
students set goals for improvement.
- Monitor student grades and progress.
- Assist in the set-up and breakdown of tutoring
classrooms.
- Support a program-wide culture of high expectations that
includes college preparation and readiness for all
students.
- Participate in Upward Bound Program Tutor staff
meetings.
- Maintain accurate records (daily tutoring logs, student
attendance, student's needs or difficulties).
- Develop and maintain consistent communication with Associate
Director regarding progress of students tutored.
- Ability to understand, abide by, and enforce all Upward Bound
Program policies.
- Perform other related duties as needed.
SALARY:
This is a temporary part-time position that pays $20 per hour. The schedule is Tuesdays & Thursdays from 3:30 pm - 6:00 pm, and Wednesday from 2:30 pm - 6:00 pm.
Workdays
2023
Sep 19th, 20th, 21st, 26th, 27th, 28th
Oct 3rd, 4th, 5th, 10th, 11th, 12th, 17th, 18th, 19th, 24th, 25th, 26th 31st
Nov 1st, 2nd, 7th, 8th, 9th, 14th, 15th, 16th 28th 29th 30th,
Dec 5th, 6th, 7th, 12th 13th, 14th, 19th, 20th, 21st
2024
Jan 9th, 10th, 11th, 16th, 17th, 18th, 23rd, 24th, 25th, 30th, 31st,
Feb 1st, 6th, 7th, 8th, 13th, 14th, 15th, 20th, 21st, 22nd, 27th, 28th, 29th
Mar 5th, 6th, 7th, 12th, 13th, 14th 19th, 20th, 21st, 26th, 27th, 28th
Apr 9th, 10th, 11th, 16th, 17th, 18th, 23rd, 24th, 25th
May 1st, 2nd, 7th, 8th, 9th
Position Type
Temporary
Additional Information
Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.
Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.
Northeastern University is an equal opportunity employer, seeking to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff. Northeastern values and celebrates diversity in all its forms and strives to foster an inclusive culture built on respect that affirms inter-group relations and builds cohesion.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
To learn more about Northeastern University's commitment and support of diversity and inclusion, please see www.northeastern.edu/diversity.
To apply, visit https://northeastern.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/careers/job/Oakland-CA/Upward-Bound-Math---Science-Tutor-Oakland_R117012-1
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