Wednesday, October 24, 2007

Math Tutor for Middle School Latino Students

The Tutor will be responsible for tutoring middle school Latino students in math and related subjects. The Tutor will also work with the Tutor Coordinator to recruit students and volunteers for the program as well as assist the Tutor Coordinator with basic office tasks.

Basic Duties:

  • Attend training sessions.
  • Conduct weekly one-on-one tutoring sessions with middle school Hispanic/Latino students in the subjects of math and science.
  • Document contacts with students and teachers and submit as required.
  • Maintain a positive tutor-learner relationship.
  • Help motivate students to set goals for their academic present and professional future.
  • Promote college tours, career/college fairs, PSAT/SAT workshops and other activities as offered.
  • Work with a Mentor to discuss future career opportunities.
  • Aid the Tutor Coordinator with recruitment and office tasks as needed.

Qualifications:

  • Must be an IU student who is work study eligible
  • Must be enrolled in a field of study involving math/science (including math or science education)
  • Must be willing to travel to off-campus sites in Bloomington
  • Hispanic/Latino interest and Spanish language skills preferred

Benefits:

  • $7.25/hour
  • Flexible hours
  • Casual work environment
  • Being a part of a program dedicated to helping people and bettering our community

If interested, please go to the following link and follow the instructions: http://docs.google.com/Doc?id=dcdw9ngn_12d9h9jj

Questions? Please contact Diana Schmalzried (dschmalz@indiana.edu).

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