OCJF23 - Middle School Tutor - TRIO Talent Search
Job Description: Work in a classroom setting with middle school students. Assist with coursework in math, science, English, or history. Math is a high need for 6-12th grade students.
Work Location(s): Brooks Middle School, Gordon Parks Middle School, Mayberry Middle School, and the TRIO Talent Search Office at Brennan Hall 1 on the WSU campus.
Essential Duties
- Guide middle school students (6-8th grade) through in-class lectures and assignments using various collaborative & questioning techniques to complete their work on their own and help them become more independent learners.
- Help students learn the appropriate study skills and strategies to be successful in their coursework.
- Work with program staff and school contacts to meet the needs of middle school students.
- Read and understand Tutor Policies and Procedures Handbook.
- Attend all tutor trainings, meetings, and other planned events during the semester.
- Maintain accurate records of time, services provided, and administer evaluations when appropriate.
- Complete necessary paperwork, including timesheets and tutoring summaries, on time.
- Must appear for all scheduled appointments on time and be dressed appropriately.
Qualifications
- **Must have a reliable vehicle to travel to assigned middle school**
- Current enrollment at WSU, Freshman-Graduate level.
- 3.0 GPA or higher.
- Must be willing to work at least one FULL academic year (Aug-May).
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to work with a diverse group of students (low income and/or first-generation students).
- Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
- Maintain confidentiality of program materials and student information.
- Ability to provide guidance, support, and motivation for others.
- Perform job tasks in an ethical and professional manner.
- Must have an interest in helping students succeed academically.
Other Information
- Availability for 15 hours/week between 8:00am - 5:00pm Monday – Friday, with room for flexibility.
- Salary will be $10.00 per hour.
- Will need to complete FERPA training and other ethical practices upheld up WSU.
To Apply
- Submit a current resume.
- Submit a completed TRIO Talent Search tutor application, which is included as an attachment on this job posting.
- Submit class schedule and work availability.
- Submit an unofficial transcript including current GPA.