Urgently Need Veterans Upward Bound Tutor in Kansas City, KS

Job title: Veterans Upward Bound Tutor

Company: University of Kansas

Job description: Department



Achievement & Assessment Inst



Primary Campus



Kansas City, Kansas



Job Description



70%

• Present subject matter and facilitate learning in math, reading, composition, literature and computer skills.


• Provide instruction or tutoring in developmental academic skills, particularly basic math and reading.


• Facilitate independent study (individualized instruction using computer assisted learning and other available resources).


• Adapt curriculum to individual student and project needs.


• Maintain academic support resource library for project participants.


• Develop and facilitate workshops on educational topics (i.e. study skills, testing, etc.)


• Be available (on a scheduled basis) to respond to student questions.

15%

• Maintain accurate records of participant activities and attendance.


• Maintain complete, accurate, and confidential client records.


• Monitor progress of project participants.


• Assist with maintaining the project's focus on achieving project objectives.


• Adhere to deadlines and regulations regarding required project documentation, reports, data collection, and forms.

5%

• Coordinate with VUB Director in implementing each participant's Student Success Plan.

5%

• Assist VUB Director in evaluating program activities.

5%

• Other duties as assigned.

Disclaimer



The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university's programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and are the Title IX coordinators for their respective campuses: Director of the Office of Civil Rights & Title IX, [email protected], Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY (for the Lawrence, Edwards, Parsons, Yoder, and Topeka campuses); Director, Equal Opportunity Office, Mail Stop 7004, 4330 Shawnee Mission Parkway, Fairway, KS 66205, 913-588-8011, 711 TTY (for the Wichita, Salina, and Kansas City, Kansas medical center campuses).



Work Schedule



Work to be performed during regular business hours.



FLSA Status



Nonexempt



Conditions of Employment



Contingent on Funding



Contact Information to Applicants



Steven Mutz,



Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree


• At least one year of related professional experience working in adult education or with low-income individuals/families, first-generation students or veterans.


• Excellent written skills as demonstrated by application materials.


• Demonstrated ability to use the Microsoft 365 as evidenced by application materials.

Employee Class



U-Unclassified Professional Staff



Advertised Salary Range



22.00/hour



FTE



.25



Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in teaching and motivating adult learners.


• Veteran status.


• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of issues and problems experienced by veterans.


• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with target population.


• Experience working independently and complying with program guidelines.


• Willingness to work flexible hours - some evening hours may be required.

Position Overview



The mission of Veterans Upward Bound (VUB) is to assist veterans in returning to post-secondary educational programs. VUB provides instruction in math, reading, composition, literature and computer skills. The Tutor will provide instruction in one-to-one, small group, and workshop settings. Successful candidate will adhere to the principles of promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in education.



This position is located in Kansas City, KS, but travel within the five-county target area is also expected.



Reg/Temp



Temporary



Application Review Begins



12-Jul-2023



Anticipated Start Date



24-Jul-2023



Additional Candidate Instruction



A complete application consists of:

• Resume


• Names and Contact Information for 3 Professional References

Incomplete applications will not be considered.



For priority consideration, please submit your application by 7/12/23. The search will continue until a qualified applicant is identified.



Position Requirements



This position will include a combination of in-person tasks and remote work, dependent on the needs of the program.

Expected salary:

Location: Kansas City, KS

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