Looking for Head Tutor, Open Doors / Upward Bound in Lawton, OK
Job title: Head Tutor, Open Doors / Upward Bound
Company: Cameron University
Job description: Job Description:
The Head Academic Year Tutor is directly responsible to the Upward Bound and Open Doors Academic Advisors and is a part-time, temporary employee. Tutors are paid on an hourly basis to provide academic assistance to middle and high school-age participants to help them develop the academic and motivational skills needed to become self-confident and independent learners. Tutors play key roles in the entire process, and their competency, reliability and integrity are essential to the success of both programs.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Tutors must be available to work Monday through Thursday evenings from 4pm-7 pm all days Lawton Public Schools are in session and on designated Saturdays from 9am-1pm.
Education:
Demonstrated success in a post-secondary educational institution
Academic expertise in the subject of Math, Science, English or other high school core curriculum
Experience with and knowledge of high school students
Excellent oral communication skills
Ability to accurately complete tutoring and timesheet records
Personal Skills:
Strong interpersonal skills; ability to work effectively with students, parents, and program staff
Excellent organizational and time management skills
SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Tutor and assist students in academic subject areas
Prepare and facilitate monthly tutoring workshops for students
Establish rapport with students assigned as tutees
Arrive at all tutoring sessions promptly, prepared and appropriately dressed
Report to, and keep UB and OD staff advised of both the perceived and real needs of students
Identify student's problem areas and confer with program staff
Attend all scheduled meetings, training sessions and individual meetings with the program staff
Abstain from use of alcohol/tobacco products while on duty or around students
Leave absences must be approved in advance by program staff
Term of employment will be yearly with satisfactory evaluation
Prepare time sheets
Report any signs or indications of abuse to the program staff
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Prior experience with, or participation in, TRiO programs
Preference is given to those who have succeeded in overcoming a disadvantaged background similar to program participants
SALARY RANGE:
$15.50 per hour
INSTITUTION: Cameron University ( ) is a state-supported regional institution located in Lawton, Oklahoma, that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. Dedicated to excellence, the university provides a wide range of economic, cultural, and educational opportunities for the betterment of all citizens. Master's-level graduate degrees are offered in business, behavioral sciences, and education; baccalaureate programs are offered in more than forty disciplines, and associate degrees are offered in many other studies. The close proximity of Fort Sill contributes to an area rich in cultural diversity and provides the opportunity for frequent cooperative efforts. The combined community of Lawton/Fort Sill has a population of more than 100,000 and is located adjacent to the picturesque Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge. A copy of the University's Annual Security Report, listing crime statistics and university policies, is available by contacting the Office of Public Safety or
by accessing the report online at .
APPLYING: Attachments should include a cover letter indicating experience applicable to position including a brief description of challenges and obstacles that have been overcome and how they relate to this position, resume, transcripts (unofficial are acceptable at this point), names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three professional references.
DEADLINE: Applications will be accepted will be accepted until position is filled.
EEO/AA Employer/Vets/Disability
Required Skills
Required Experience
Expected salary: $15.5 per hour
Location: Lawton, OK
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Company: Cameron University
Job description: Job Description:
The Head Academic Year Tutor is directly responsible to the Upward Bound and Open Doors Academic Advisors and is a part-time, temporary employee. Tutors are paid on an hourly basis to provide academic assistance to middle and high school-age participants to help them develop the academic and motivational skills needed to become self-confident and independent learners. Tutors play key roles in the entire process, and their competency, reliability and integrity are essential to the success of both programs.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Tutors must be available to work Monday through Thursday evenings from 4pm-7 pm all days Lawton Public Schools are in session and on designated Saturdays from 9am-1pm.
Education:
Demonstrated success in a post-secondary educational institution
Academic expertise in the subject of Math, Science, English or other high school core curriculum
Experience with and knowledge of high school students
Excellent oral communication skills
Ability to accurately complete tutoring and timesheet records
Personal Skills:
Strong interpersonal skills; ability to work effectively with students, parents, and program staff
Excellent organizational and time management skills
SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Tutor and assist students in academic subject areas
Prepare and facilitate monthly tutoring workshops for students
Establish rapport with students assigned as tutees
Arrive at all tutoring sessions promptly, prepared and appropriately dressed
Report to, and keep UB and OD staff advised of both the perceived and real needs of students
Identify student's problem areas and confer with program staff
Attend all scheduled meetings, training sessions and individual meetings with the program staff
Abstain from use of alcohol/tobacco products while on duty or around students
Leave absences must be approved in advance by program staff
Term of employment will be yearly with satisfactory evaluation
Prepare time sheets
Report any signs or indications of abuse to the program staff
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Prior experience with, or participation in, TRiO programs
Preference is given to those who have succeeded in overcoming a disadvantaged background similar to program participants
SALARY RANGE:
$15.50 per hour
INSTITUTION: Cameron University ( ) is a state-supported regional institution located in Lawton, Oklahoma, that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. Dedicated to excellence, the university provides a wide range of economic, cultural, and educational opportunities for the betterment of all citizens. Master's-level graduate degrees are offered in business, behavioral sciences, and education; baccalaureate programs are offered in more than forty disciplines, and associate degrees are offered in many other studies. The close proximity of Fort Sill contributes to an area rich in cultural diversity and provides the opportunity for frequent cooperative efforts. The combined community of Lawton/Fort Sill has a population of more than 100,000 and is located adjacent to the picturesque Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge. A copy of the University's Annual Security Report, listing crime statistics and university policies, is available by contacting the Office of Public Safety or
by accessing the report online at .
APPLYING: Attachments should include a cover letter indicating experience applicable to position including a brief description of challenges and obstacles that have been overcome and how they relate to this position, resume, transcripts (unofficial are acceptable at this point), names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three professional references.
DEADLINE: Applications will be accepted will be accepted until position is filled.
EEO/AA Employer/Vets/Disability
Required Skills
Required Experience
Expected salary: $15.5 per hour
Location: Lawton, OK
Apply Now