Upward Bound Tutor

Job Summary:

Upward Bound Program is a pre-collegiate program based at Rollins College that provides college-preparatory programs and assisting resources to 72 college-bound high school students from Orange County Public Schools District (Jones, Evans, Wekiva, and OakRidge. Our students are motivated learners from socioeconomic backgrounds considered statistically less likely to complete a four-year degree. They range from general level to honors to Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate.

The Rollins College Upward Bound Program is seeking high school Math, Science, and English tutors. This is a rolling position that is open throughout the academic year. Upward Bound tutors work in collaboration with Upward Bound administrative staff and teachers to provide academic support for our program participants. Candidates must have a positive, proactive approach to working with teenagers on their research papers, essays, projects, and homework during summer. Candidates should be well organized, able to manage their time, and should have reliable transportation if they live off campus.

Primary Responsibilities

• Serve as an academic resource to students by helping them understand, apply, and complete course content and assignments while modeling successful student activities.
• Support the development of requisite academic skills of students and offers guidance in assisting students in reaching their academic goals.
• Attend all tutor training and required meetings.
• Maintain all records required to document student's attendance and academic progress.
• Responsible for reporting tutoring work hours in Workday.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Current Major/Minor of study for college students (Sophomore-Senior Classification) and a B.A./B.S. in a related field required for college graduates.
• Teaching experience (preferably high school - Math, Science, and English).
• Experience working with teenagers and economically disadvantaged students in a school setting.
• Well organized, able to manage their time, and should have reliable transportation if they live off campus.

Level 2 Background Screening Requirement

As a condition of employment, the candidate must pass a Florida Level 2 Background Screening prior to their start date. The cost of the fingerprinting is the responsibility of the candidate. The cost is approximately $70.00+ and payment is collected when the appointment is scheduled. The candidate cannot start working until all background screening results are returned and cleared or until they have received an approved exemption.

Additional Position Information:

• Employment Dates: June 3 - July 1, 2026
  • Orientation/Training: June 5, 2026
    
    
• Work Schedule:
  • Week 1 = Monday through Wednesday, 1:00-3:00pm
  • Week 2 & 3 = Monday through Wednesday, 5:30pm.-7:30pm
    
    
• Compensation: Approximately $15.00 per hour. This is an Upward Bound grant funded position through the U.S. Department of Education and is contingent upon grant funding. There are no benefits associated with this position.

Instructions to Applicants:

To apply, please submit an application and upload the following materials:

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter (optional)

Screening of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

About Upward Bound:

Upward Bound is a campus-based college-preparatory program assisting 72 college-bound high school students from Orange County. During the school year the program provides college-prep advancement instruction, guidance in preparing for college admission, tutorial services and academic advisement to further enhance the participants' academic development and preparation for post-secondary educational opportunities and curriculum advancement for the school year. Our students are motivated learners from socioeconomic backgrounds considered statistically less likely to complete a four-year degree. They range from general level to honors to Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate.

To learn more about the Upward Bound Program please click here.

Equal Employment Opportunity:



Rollins College is an equal opportunity institution. Rollins does not discriminate on the basis of sex, disability, race, age, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical characteristics, or any other category protected by College policy or federal, state, or local law for employment and in our educational programs and activities. To learn more about our commitments, visit click here. Any applicant who requires reasonable accommodations for any part of the application or hiring process may contact us by phone or in writing to mailto:humanresources@rollins.edu' href='https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=7011431&targetURL=mailto:humanresources@rollins.edu' target='_blank'>humanresources@rollins.edu | 407.646.2102.

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt


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