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29449BR

Job Title:

Temporary Academic Tutor - KCK

Department:

Achievement & Assessment Inst

Primary Campus:

Kansas City, Kansas

Job Description:

90% - Attend to individual learning needs by assisting students in subject content preparations for class/tests. Review important concepts relevant to subject tutored. Assess learning progress and preparedness of students. Establish an environment of patience, encouragement, and rapport with students. Be punctual and consistent in attendance for tutoring sessions. Check in with GEAR UP staff regularly for scheduling, information/assignments. Complete the Activity Log for each tutoring session and turn in as directed by the Site Coordinator.

5% - Complete online timesheets as directed by the Director weekly. Complete all necessary paperwork according to time frames allotted. Keep GEAR UP Staff informed of all problems or potential problems regarding tutoring.

5% - Other duties as assigned.

Req ID** **(Ex: 10567BR)** **:

29449BR

Disclaimer:

The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university's programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and is the Title IX coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for Civil Rights and Title IX, [email protected], Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY.

Work Schedule:

20 hours/week, schedule will vary

FLSA Status:

Nonexempt

Contact Information to Applicants:

LaCretia Wooten, [email protected]

Required Qualifications:

1. 60 credit hours in specific content area

2. Direct work experience working with a specific group, requiring a strong commitment to fairness, respect for different perspectives, and creating an accessible educational environment, as demonstrated in application materials.

3. Knowledge of key areas and available community resources, as demonstrated in application materials.

Employee Class:

U-Unclassified Professional Staff

Advertised Salary Range:

$20.00 – $25.00 per hour based on experience

FTE:

0.50

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree in any STEM field, English related field or Education field

2. Experience with GEAR UP/TRIO Programs

3. Tutoring experience

4. ELL background

5. Bilingual

Position Overview:

The University of Kansas GEAR UP program (https://gearupkck.ku.edu/) hires college students to work as Academic Tutors in Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools. Tutors will provide before, during and after school support services with program participants. We look for KU students in a variety of majors who have a strong dedication to helping youth and a desire to make a difference.

Reg/Temp:

Temporary

Application Review Begins:

23-Dec-2024

Anticipated Start Date:

02-Mar-2025

Additional Candidate Instruction:

A complete application consists of:

+ Cover Letter

+ Resume

+ 3 Professional References

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Application review begins Monday, December 23, 2024, and will continue until a qualified pool of applicants are identified.

Work Location Assignment:

On-Site

Position Requirements:

This position is on-site in Kansas City, Kansas public schools.