High School Tutor; Washington

Position: High School Tutor (Washington County)
Upward Bound at Bowdoin College is funded by two grants through the US Dept. of Education serving 167 limited income, first-generation college-bound high school students across 14 Maine high schools, including schools in six schools in Mid Maine and eight in Washington County.

Bowdoin College is seeking two High School Tutors for the  academic year. Tutors will support designated Upward Bound students in both group and one-on-one settings, providing assistance with homework, organizational strategies, task prioritization, and supplemental instruction in specific subject areas. One tutor will serve students at Woodland Junior-Senior High School and Calais High School, and the other will support students at Machias Memorial High School and Washington Academy.
The hourly rate for this position is expected to be between $15 and $20, based on skills and experience.

Education/Skills Requirements

High school degree or GED equivalent required;
Some college coursework highly preferred
A valid Driver's license and the ability to meet the requirements of the College's current Motor Vehicle Use Policy required
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain challenging concepts, provide clear instructions, and deliver constructive feedback
Creativity and flexibility to adapt to each student's individual learning style
Patience and compassion to support students as they build skills and improve their performance
Demonstrated academic excellence and subject matter proficiency

Experience Requirements and/or Equivalents

Entry level position, no prior work experience required
At least six months of tutoring high school students highly preferred

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications in this posting to be considered for hire.

Standard Work Days and Hours

This is an onsite, part-time, non-benefits eligible position working approximately 4 hours per week, based on high school schedules and calendars

Employment at Bowdoin College is contingent upon satisfactory completion of applicable background checks including but not limited to: criminal records, educational verifications, driving records (when job-related), and/or credit history (when job related).We regret that Bowdoin College is unable to provide visa sponsorship for staff positions.#bcindeed

About Bowdoin
Bowdoin embraces diversity in all forms, and the College is home to talented students, faculty and staff-with a variety of racial, ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds; religious beliefs; and gender identities, among other factors.

We encourage applications from candidates committed to the support of an inclusive campus community and those who will enrich and contribute to the College's multifaceted diversity. We value a community in which individuals of all backgrounds are warmly welcomed and encouraged to succeed.

Founded in 1794, Bowdoin has maintained its commitment to the liberal arts for well over 200 years. Bowdoin's reputation as a preeminent liberal arts college rests on the excellence of its faculty, students, and staff; intimate size; strong sense of community; and connections to the people, history, and natural beauty of Maine.

Bowdoin's campus is situated in a beautiful natural setting. Located in Brunswick, Maine, a town of approximately 20,000, the College is a short drive from the Maine coast, twenty-five miles from Portland and 120 miles from Boston.

Shift

Employment Category
Casual

Benefits Eligible
No

Pay Type
Hourly

Background Check Package Requirements
Support Staff + MVR

Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Bowdoin vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?
Yes

Is a pre-placement physical required for this position?
No

Posting Date
02/20/2026

Applications Accepted Until

Open Until Filled
No

Type of Posting
Internal/External

Special Instructions to Applicants

If selected as a finalist, you will be required to submit information for three references, including name, email address, phone number and how you know the reference.

EEO Information
Bowdoin College complies with applicable provisions of federal and state laws that prohibit unlawful discrimination in employment, admission, or access to its educational or extracurricular programs, activities, or facilities based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry and national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, marital status, place of birth, genetic predisposition, veteran status, or against qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities on the basis of disability, or any other legally protected statuses.