Upward Bound Tutor

University of Arkansas at Fort Smith

Fort Smith, Arkansas, United States
Base: $14.00ph; bonus/equity: not specified; benef...
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Group tutoring sessions
Core academic subjects tutoring
Student retention and success support
** The University of Arkansas at Fort Smith is seeking an Upward Bound Tutor to conduct group tutoring sessions for high school participants in various core academic subjects. The ideal candidate will have completed relevant coursework, possess strong communication skills, and ideally have teaching or tutoring experience. **

Job Summary

  • The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith is committed to providing transformative, hands-on learning experiences and building a diverse community reflecting Arkansas’s population.
  • Upward Bound Tutors provide tutoring in various subjects including English, history, mathematics, science, and Spanish to help students improve academic success and retention.
  • The position offers a vibrant work environment with benefits such as health insurance contributions, tuition waivers, official holidays, leave accrual, and retirement program options.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** The University of Arkansas at Fort Smith is seeking an Upward Bound Tutor to conduct group tutoring sessions for high school participants in various core academic subjects. The ideal candidate will have completed relevant coursework, possess strong communication skills, and ideally have teaching or tutoring experience. **

Salary

Base: $14.00/hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: University contributions to health, dental, life, disability insurance; tuition waivers; 12 holidays; leave accrual; retirement programs

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Group tutoring sessions
  • Core academic subjects tutoring
  • Student retention and success support
  • Attendance data maintenance
  • Tutoring evaluations
  • Positive work atmosphere
  • Consistent on-time attendance

Nice-to-have

  • Professional teaching experience
  • Use of technology in tutorials
  • Effective communication skills
  • Academic role model
  • Teamwork and leadership
  • Test preparation assistance
  • Skill building support

Key Requirements

  • Completed coursework with 3.0+ GPA in subject area
  • Sophomore or higher standing at post-secondary institution
  • Criminal background check
  • Arkansas Mandated Reporters training
  • Motor vehicle registry check
  • Professional tutoring or teaching experience preferred

Work Rights

Must have legal authority to work in the United States

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