Tutor @ University of Utah

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University of Utah is hiring a Tutor to support the TRIO Upward Bound Program by delivering after-school tutoring services to high school students in Salt Lake and Granite School Districts. The Tutor will work one-on-one with students, facilitate group activities, and guide study practices to help students improve academic performance.

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Deliver after-school tutoring to high school students grades 9-12.
Assist students by reviewing homework, test scores, and study strategies.
Lead monthly theme presentations and related student activities.
Complete progress tracking forms after tutoring sessions.
Manage classroom space at multiple high school sites.
Require transportation to and from assigned high schools.
Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent and successful BCI background check.
Preference for candidates in STEM majors and those with good interpersonal skills.
Work approximately 15 hours per week with some Saturday mornings.
Hourly pay rate is $14.00.

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Open Date	07/07/2026
Requisition Number	PRN17210N
Job Title	Tutor
Working Title	Work Study Tutor and Mentor
Career Progression Track	UGR
Track Level
FLSA Code	Nonexempt
Patient Sensitive Job Code?	No
Type	Non Benefited Staff / Student
Temporary?	No
Standard Hours per Week	19
Full Time or Part Time?	Part Time
Shift	Day
Work Schedule Summary	Monday – Kearns High School 2 PM – 4:30 PM Tuesday – East High School 3 PM – 4:30 PM Wednesday – West High School 3PM – 4:30 PM Thursday – Highland High School 3PM – 4:30 PM *Additional Online Tutoring Hours Selected by Student Employee
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	10/07/2026
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)	08/05/2026
Job Summary	TheTRIOUpward Bound Program at the University of Utah is seeking talented, experienced Tutors to assist in the delivery of an after-school tutoring program to high school students between grades 9 and 12, within the Salt Lake and Granite School Districts. TheTRIOUpward Bound Program helps both struggling and gifted students reach their full potential by supplementing the instruction they receive in class and guiding them toward study practices and aides that can help them excel. Tutors work with individual students one-on-one and occasionally organize group activities for students who are studying the same material. TheTRIOUpward Bound team offers compassionate, motivating assistance to students, and tutors are expected to do the same.
Responsibilities	• Meet students at their high school and on campus to review homework assignments in the applicable subject area • Review recent homework assignments and test scores, then work through problems or questions that the student did not answer correctly • Give short presentations on monthly theme, lead activities related to theme, and lead discussions with students on the theme • Employ proven study aides to prepare for upcoming tests and quizzes • Complete a short debrief form after 1-1 tutoring with students to track progress. • Assist with management of classroom space at high schools • Promote a supportive environment for all positive role models and representative of theTRIOoffice. * Candidate needs to have transportation to-from high schools
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	• Prefrence given to those in STEM majors • Must be a responsible individual with good interpersonal skills who enjoys working with students from diverse economic, social, and cultural backgrounds • Be willing to commit 15 hours per week (Including some Saturday mornings) • Have reliable transportation and be willing to transport students in University vehicles if necessary, take and pass state driving exam • Ability to pass a background check · Ability to develop positive rapport with students
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. Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the: University of Utah Non‑Discrimination page. Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.edu https://publicsafety.utah.edu/safetyreport/ This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.

Posting Specific Questions

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Have you been awarded a Federal Work Study award for the year?

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Applicant Documents

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Optional Documents

Resume
Cover Letter
Historical Only – Do Not Use – See Description for More Information – Appropriate discharge document (such as DD-2214) – Veteran Only
Historical Only – Do Not Use – See Document Description for More Information – Addendum to the University of Utah – Veteran Only

University Human Resource Management
250 East 200 South, Suite 125 Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Contact us: (801) 581-2169 By Email: [email protected]

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Announcement

Details

Open Date	07/07/2026
Requisition Number	PRN17210N
Job Title	Tutor
Working Title	Work Study Tutor and Mentor
Career Progression Track	UGR
Track Level
FLSA Code	Nonexempt
Patient Sensitive Job Code?	No
Type	Non Benefited Staff / Student
Temporary?	No
Standard Hours per Week	19
Full Time or Part Time?	Part Time
Shift	Day
Work Schedule Summary	Monday – Kearns High School 2 PM – 4:30 PM Tuesday – East High School 3 PM – 4:30 PM Wednesday – West High School 3PM – 4:30 PM Thursday – Highland High School 3PM – 4:30 PM *Additional Online Tutoring Hours Selected by Student Employee
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	10/07/2026
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)	08/05/2026
Job Summary	TheTRIOUpward Bound Program at the University of Utah is seeking talented, experienced Tutors to assist in the delivery of an after-school tutoring program to high school students between grades 9 and 12, within the Salt Lake and Granite School Districts. TheTRIOUpward Bound Program helps both struggling and gifted students reach their full potential by supplementing the instruction they receive in class and guiding them toward study practices and aides that can help them excel. Tutors work with individual students one-on-one and occasionally organize group activities for students who are studying the same material. TheTRIOUpward Bound team offers compassionate, motivating assistance to students, and tutors are expected to do the same.
Responsibilities	• Meet students at their high school and on campus to review homework assignments in the applicable subject area • Review recent homework assignments and test scores, then work through problems or questions that the student did not answer correctly • Give short presentations on monthly theme, lead activities related to theme, and lead discussions with students on the theme • Employ proven study aides to prepare for upcoming tests and quizzes • Complete a short debrief form after 1-1 tutoring with students to track progress. • Assist with management of classroom space at high schools • Promote a supportive environment for all positive role models and representative of theTRIOoffice. * Candidate needs to have transportation to-from high schools
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	• Prefrence given to those in STEM majors • Must be a responsible individual with good interpersonal skills who enjoys working with students from diverse economic, social, and cultural backgrounds • Be willing to commit 15 hours per week (Including some Saturday mornings) • Have reliable transportation and be willing to transport students in University vehicles if necessary, take and pass state driving exam • Ability to pass a background check · Ability to develop positive rapport with students
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. Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the: University of Utah Non‑Discrimination page. Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.edu https://publicsafety.utah.edu/safetyreport/ This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Have you been awarded a Federal Work Study award for the year?

(Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Optional Documents

Resume
Cover Letter
Historical Only – Do Not Use – See Description for More Information – Appropriate discharge document (such as DD-2214) – Veteran Only
Historical Only – Do Not Use – See Document Description for More Information – Addendum to the University of Utah – Veteran Only

University Human Resource Management
250 East 200 South, Suite 125 Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Contact us: (801) 581-2169 By Email: employment@utah.edu

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