Assistant - GEAR UP Outreach Mentor Wasatch HS

Position Announcement

Join Utah Valley University's GEAR UP Utah team and make a meaningful impact on students' educational journeys. In this role, you will work directly with high school students, providing academic support, tutoring, and encouragement as they prepare for graduation and explore postsecondary opportunities. This position offers the rewarding opportunity to help students build confidence, strengthen academic skills, and develop the knowledge needed to successfully transition to college or a chosen career path.

As part of a mission-driven program, you will collaborate with students, families, school staff, and university partners to increase college and career readiness, support informed educational planning, and promote student success. Ideal candidates are passionate about education, enjoy mentoring young people, and are motivated by the opportunity to help students reach their goals while gaining valuable experience in student support, outreach, and educational programming.

Tracks student academic progress and standardized test results, and reports to the GEAR UP Counselor. Tracks and follows up with students and works with parents to keep them informed. May work in a GEAR UP class assisting with taking attendance, managing the classroom, and designing and delivering curriculum. Organizes and assists with GEAR UP college-readiness activities, including college tours, parent/student workshops, and other activities as requested by GEAR UP counselors.

Mentors students about good decision-making processes related to attendance, rigorous academic course selection, study skills, financial aid, ACT prep, and college and scholarship applications. Tutors as needed and requested by GEAR UP counselors. Motivates students to succeed through positive reinforcement and being a good role model. Works closely with GEAR UP counselors to identify eligible students, recruit, and onboard them into the GEAR UP program.

Makes follow-up calls, appointments, and meets with families and high school counselors. Performs other duties and responsibilities related to the position as assigned by the GEAR UP counselor.

Graduation from an accredited institution with an associate's degree plus one year of experience related to the Summary of Duties; OR any combination of education and experience related to the Summary of Duties totaling three years. For Example:

• Associate's degree + 1 year of related experience
• OR at least 60 college credit hours + 1 year of related experience
• OR one year of college coursework + 2 years of related experience
• OR a high school diploma (or equivalent) + 3 years of related experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Valid driver's license and transportation.
• Ability to speak and translate Spanish to English.

Knowledge:

• Must have basic academic knowledge because of the completion of a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge of academic course selection for high school and college, study skills, financial aid, ACT prep, and college and scholarship applications.
• Knowledge of and competence in tutoring various core subject areas.

Skills:

• Skills in interpersonal, problem-solving, and decision-making.
• Must have good verbal and written communication skills.

Abilities:

• Ability to collaborate with students to enhance their knowledge in high school-level courses.
• Ability to work with GEAR UP personnel and school staff at their assigned schools, colleges, or other locations.
• Ability to speak and translate Spanish to English is highly preferred.
• Ability to use initiative, demonstrate dependability, and use time constructively.

Utah Valley University's dedication to exceptional care offers quality service and benefits to employees while staying committed to meeting the needs of a diverse workforce. Although part-time and adjunct (less than 30 hours per week) employees are ineligible for the full-time employee benefits package, the university is pleased to offer the following:

• Undergraduate tuition remission benefit:
  Part-time: waives 100 percent of tuition and general student fees for up to 3 credit hours or 1 course after 6 consecutive months of employment and a minimum of 480 hours worked (dependents do not qualify). Adjunct: waives 100 percent of tuition and general student fees for one course per semester in which there is an active teaching assignment at the university (dependents do not qualify)
• Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Access to Campus Recreation and Wellness
• Exclusive cash rewards through Utah Community Credit Union's (UCCU) branch on UVU's campus when becoming a member