Job Title: Upward Bound Tutor (WS-ST2)
Classification: Student Employee (non-exempt)
Name and Address of Employer: St. Olaf College, 1520 St. Olaf Ave, Northfield, MN 55057
If the position requires the student to work off campus, provide the name and address here:
Creative Arts Secondary
65 E Kellog Blvd.
St. Paul, MN 55101
Highland Park High School
1015 Snelling Ave. S
St. Paul, MN 55116
Humboldt High School/Open World Learning
30 Baker St. E
St. Paul, MN 55107
Central High School
275 Lexington Pkwy N
St. Paul, MN 55104
UB Virtual Study Hall on Zoom
Department Name: TRIO Upward Bound
Unit Number (5 digits): 11398
Length of Position: See Employment Authorization
Contact Person/Supervisor: Senior Academic Advisor to TRIO Upward Bound
Wage Range: $12.00-13.00/hour
of the Position: (Purpose of the Position): To provide support to Upward Bound students with academics during in-person tutoring sessions or virtual study hall.
Transferable Skills:
Responsibility
Self-Motivation
Problem solving
Organization
Interpersonal
Duties and Responsibilities:
Provide tutoring in St. Paul Public Schools to students who are low-income, first-generation, and college bound.
Tutor TRIO participants in a variety of curriculum areas; in one-on-one, small groups, individually, and/or in a classroom/virtual setting.
Assist TRIO Academic Advisors with providing academic planning, college planning, and career exploration services, as needed
Assist TRIO Academic Advisors with providing classroom workshops, career assessments and clerical tasks, as needed.
Maintain necessary documentation including student spreadsheet, tutoring logs, copies of completed assignments, contracts, and year-end evaluations.
Communicate with the TRIO Tutor Coordinator or other UB full-time staff on a regular basis.
Qualifications: (Education/Experience/Skills)
Ability to establish rapport with students from diverse multicultural backgrounds
Ability to work independently and complete duties as assigned in-person or on Zoom
Ability to develop good rapport with school counselors, teachers, and TRIO Advisors
Ability to communicate proactively to determine students’ needs, goals, and academic progress
Must be consistent and able to work regularly scheduled hours (one semester commitment)
Preference given to eligible drivers of St. Olaf van. Must be willing to drive if eligible.
This job description is for general information purposes. It is not intended to list all duties and responsibilities of the position. This job description is subject to change at any time by St. Olaf College, with or without prior notice.
