Upward Bound Tutor

Upward Bound Tutor
Part-time Staff
Extension Site

Hybrid Option: No 

Join our dynamic team at Waubonsee Community College, where your career can flourish. We are committed to being an exceptional employer, offering a comprehensive benefits package with generous time off, low-cost medical, dental, and vision plans, and a secure pension plan through SURS. You'll also enjoy 14 paid holidays, including winter and Thanksgiving breaks. Be part of a transformative institution, dedicated to making a positive impact in our community and the lives of our students. Your future starts here – join us today!

Waubonsee Community College is committed to hiring and retaining exceptional faculty and staff who are committed to the college’s culture of collaboration, professional growth and student success.

Upward Bound is seeking qualified tutors to provide academic support to high school students in both one-on-one and group settings.

Upward Bound tutors provide subject-matter assistance and homework support during individual and group drop-in sessions. Responsibilities include reviewing course materials, discussing texts, working through practice and test questions, and providing feedback on written assignments. Tutors also model the study habits, strategies, attitudes, and behaviors of successful learners.

This position requires strong communication, interpersonal, and instructional skills, as well as the ability to effectively use technology to support tutoring sessions.

Successful Upward Bound tutors take a holistic approach to student success, bring enthusiasm and encouragement to each session, and collaborate effectively with colleagues. Tutors should be able to work respectfully and constructively with students from a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, language groups, and abilities.

Tutors are assigned a consistent schedule of one or more days based on availability. Schedules may be adjusted based on student needs and program demand. Additional shifts may also be available to assist with monthly field trips and other Upward Bound activities.

We are currently seeking tutors in the following subject areas:
Writing
Biology, Chemistry, and Physics
Anatomy and Physiology
Algebra through Calculus

Minimum Qualifications

Associate or bachelor’s degree required.

Demonstrated proficiency in the subject area(s) to be tutored.

Experience teaching or tutoring students at the high school or postsecondary level.

 Please attach the following documents when applying:

1. Cover Letter-Yes
2. Resume-Yes
3. References-No (Can be provided at interview)
4. Transcripts-Yes (Can be provided at interview)

Position Details
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Grant Funded: Yes
Compensation Range: 23.61 - 23.61    
Compensation Type: Hourly 
Work Schedule: Fall and Spring Semester Monday - Friday, 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. Tutors may work one or more days per week.
Work Hours: 25 max
Testing:  No
Targeted Hire Date:   9/14/2026 
Benefits: Click to See Benefits Page

Special Instructions: An unofficial transcript is required at the time of interview, or it may be attached during the application process.

EOE, including disability and veteran