Upward Bound Tutor

Who We Are:
We are a diverse open-access college that fuels Indiana’s economy through excellence in teaching and proactive engagement with industry and community partners, embedded in a culture of innovation that empowers all students to learn and succeed. We are “higher education at the speed of life!”

Our Values:
• Empathy: We stand with our students, partners, and communities.
• Integrity: We treat all with dignity and respect.
• Accountability: We deliver on our commitments.
• Agility: We innovate, iterate, and transform.
• Connectivity: We connect with partners to strengthen communities and ensure student success for all.

The Position:

ABOUT UPWARD BOUND:
The Upward Bound Program is grant-funded through the U.S. Department of Education and works with high school students to help them prepare for post-secondary education. Throughout the academic year, students receive individualized advising, tutoring, workshops, and more. The goal of Upward Bound is to increase the rate at which participants complete high school and attend and complete post-secondary education. During the summer, Upward Bound hosts Summer Academy, a six-week program for students to take academic and college courses at Ivy Tech Community College Indianapolis in preparation for the upcoming academic year. The Upward Bound program at Ivy Tech Community College Indianapolis serves approximately 60 students from Ben Davis Ninth Grade Center and Ben Davis High School.

GENERAL PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF THE POSITION:
We are seeking engaging tutors who have 1) a passion for working with youth, 2) a mastery of the academic subject, and 3) knowledge about teaching methodologies. The primary purpose of this position is to support Upward Bound students in building core curricula skills.
All positions are contract, part-time and nontenure-track positions in the content areas of English, Mathematics, and Science. Tutoring takes place twice each week during the academic year (August through May) and follows the Ben Davis High School calendar.

 MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support students in achieving academic growth and confidence.
• Equip students with the skills needed to succeed in high school and college.
• Prepare students for subject area standardized testing and college entrance exams.
• Nurture an environment of respect and learning.
• Act as a role model for behavior and academic problem-solving.
• Provide feedback to Upward Bound staff regarding student progress.
• Support programming in respective content-area as needed.
• Build relationships with students and attend occasional non-academic events.
• Attend required trainings of the program or partner institutions (Ben Davis High School and Ivy Tech Community College)

SUBJECT AREAS:

• English/Language Arts
• Mathematics
• Science
• Spanish
• Study Skills

This is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other relevant duties associated with this position may be assigned. All responsibilities will be conducted within the parameters of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), other applicable regulatory requirements, and professional standards.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Associate degree or college enrollment required.
• Strong understanding of content area.
• Knowledge of teaching methodologies.
• Experience working with students from diverse and underserved backgrounds.
• Must be available late July through late May.
• Teaching and tutoring experience highly preferred.
• Pass criminal background check.

PAY & HOURS: Available grant funds - $18 per hour for 6-8 hours per week
LOCATION: Ben Davis High School - 1200 N Girls School Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46214
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Director of Upward Bound
SUPERVISION GIVEN: N/A
CLASSIFICATION: Part time

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:
1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Unofficial Transcripts
4. Contact information for three professional references

Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.

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