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Open Date 05/21/2026 Requisition Number PRN17089N Job Title Tutor Working Title Tutor Career Progression Track UGR Track Level FLSA Code Nonexempt Patient Sensitive Job Code? No Type Non Benefited Staff / Student Temporary? Yes Standard Hours per Week 20 Full Time or Part Time? Part Time Shift Day Work Schedule Summary
The program runs from June 16th to July 31st with variable hours. Evening and morning availability will be considered.
Is this a work study job? No VP Area Academic Affairs Department 00785 - First Generation Programs Location Campus City Salt Lake City, UT Type of Recruitment External Posting Pay Rate Range $14.00 Close Date 06/18/2026 Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) 06/01/2026 Job Summary
The Upward Bound Project is a federally funded program to encourage post-secondary preparation of high school students who are from low-income families and are first-generation college-bound students (the first in their family to go to college). The summer academy for 2026 consists of an intensive, six-week in-person academic program during which the students receive high school enrichment instruction in English, financial literacy, business, foreign language, mathematics, and social science. Supervised recreation, guidance, and peer advising, and career exploration are also provided.
Responsibilities
Provide tutoring and mentorship for high school students in Math, Science, English, and Social Sciences during class time and/or evening study halls, Monday through Thursday.
Monitor student progress in classes & ensure their academic good standing.
Attend weekly summer staff meetings.
Participate in and join program activities.
Communicate with professional staff regarding student progress.
Promote a supportive environment for all participants and serve as a positive role model.
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience); demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills are required.
The incumbent will be required to pass a Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI) Background check
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Preferences
Applicants with good communication skills and experience working with youth. Strong academic background in Math & Science. Persons who have succeeded in overcoming barriers similar to those confronting the target population are encouraged to apply.
Special Instructions Summary Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
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