Universities of Wisconsin·Superior, Wisconsin
Tutors will work with high school students to facilitate the development of organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills guiding their social and academic growth. Key duties include tutoring in various subjects, scaffolding positive study habits, and mentoring students in academic growth and college preparation.
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Edu Assist 1 - UB Tutor
Upward Bound Tutors work with Superior High School students who are friendly and eager to learn! Tutors facilitate the development of organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills to guide students’ social and academic growth.
30 to 6:30 on the UWS campus. Hours are flexible, and additional tutoring hours may be scheduled based on student/tutor availability and need. Saturday Academies take place once a month and last approximately 4 to 7 hours. Tutors/Mentors may be occasionally required to attend Saturday Academies. Tutors start as an "Education Assistant 1," earning a salary of $10/hr.
1. Tutor high school students in a variety of academic subjects
2. Scaffold positive study habits
3. Mentor students in academic growth, social development, and college preparation
4. Provide and maintain an atmosphere conducive to learning and retention
5. Assist disadvantaged youth in the development of skills and habits critical for success in college
6. Inform UB Staff of any academic or disciplinary problems that impede tutorial progress
It is preferred that tutors have experience in teaching, peer tutoring, mentoring and demonstrate leadership potential.
Interested applicants should submit a resume, a transcript, and the current semester's course schedule.
Employment will require a criminal background check. A pending criminal charge or conviction will not necessarily disqualify an applicant. In compliance with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act, the University does not discriminate on the basis of arrest or conviction record.
The University will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identities of ‘final candidates’ must be revealed upon request.
According to the Attorney General, ‘final candidates’ under Wisconsin law means the five candidates who are considered most qualified for the position.
See Wis.
Stat.
Sec.
19.36(7)(a).
Employment will require a criminal background check, and if you have prior work history within the last seven years with Universities of Wisconsin or State of Wisconsin agencies, a personnel file review check for employee misconduct. It will also require your references to answer questions regarding employee misconduct, sexual violence and sexual harassment. The University reserves the right to check references with notice given to the candidates at the appropriate time in the process.
Employment is subject to federal laws that require verification of identity and legal right to work in the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act.
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Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
Market context
In Wisconsin, classroom teacher roles are typically in steady demand as schools staff for core instruction and student support. These positions can be competitive because employers often look for a strong commitment to children’s learning, a high school diploma or GED, and any required state licensing, with ECE coursework preferred. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your licensure fit and highlight any child-focused experience in your application.