The University of North Georgia Hiring for Upward Bound Part Time Academic Year Tutor – Johnson at UNG – Gainesville Full Time

Job Title: Upward Bound Part Time Academic Year Tutor – Johnson
Location: UNG – Gainesville
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Part-Time
Job ID: 262700
About Us

Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of nearly 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university’s signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG’s Dahlonega Campus.

Job Summary

The University of North Georgia is currently accepting applications for Academic Year Tutors for the Upward Bound Program. The UNG Upward Bound Program is a year-long college preparatory program for first generation and/or low-income high school students attending Johnson High School in Gainesville, GA. UNG UB is committed to ensuring student success in the global community and workforce by providing young scholars with the knowledge, skills, and disposition needed to gain admission to a postsecondary institution and earn a college degree. Upward Bound academic support services are designed to meet each student’s academic challenges by providing two – three-hour sessions of specialized tutoring and academic support to help in difficult academic areas (math, science, literature and composition, foreign language, and social studies). After school academic support services are also a time for enrichment in standardized tests (ACT/SAT), college exploration and application completion, scholarship searches, and various after school workshops. The academic support services may be provided at Johnson High School, UNG, or an office-campus location on Tuesday – Thursday from 3:30 pm – 6:00 pm. The implementation of virtual programming will be based on the health and safety of students/staff and school policy related to social distancing. This is a part-time non-exempt position that reports to the Upward Bound Director.

Responsibilities

• Tutor students individually and in groups in a variety of subjects; this may include workshops/presentations for participants.
• Teach study skills that assist students in preparation for postsecondary education; supervise and assist students during study time.
• Demonstrate a commitment, through mentoring, to assist first generation and economically disadvantaged students develop motivational skills necessary for success in college.
• Assist with light office work and phone homes of students to make announcements; maintain accurate and timely records of student contact and maintain confidentiality; Assist in event set-up and clean up throughout the academic year
• Mentor students by participating in educational/cultural activities and attend select field trips.
• Inform Upward Bound Counselor of any academic or disciplinary problems that impede tutorial progress.
• Attend staff meetings and carry out any other duties as assigned by the staff.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Interpersonal skills, sensitivity to the needs of the disadvantaged, and commitment to the goals of Upward Bound.
• Intangible traits such as reliability, flexibility, effective communication, trustworthiness, motivation, leadership qualities, and a positive attitude.

Required Qualifications

• At Least 60 credit hours completed.
• Two years of experience providing one-on-one tutoring and/or teaching high school students in one of the following areas: English, mathematics, science, history, or Spanish required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Interest in working with adolescents and excels in a team setting preferred.

Proposed Salary

Minimum starting salary: $15.87 per hour

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover letter
• Contact information for three professional references.

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.

Other Information

• This role is considered a position of trust.

Background Check

Position of Trust