Part-Time Tutor​/Mentor

Department P TO 12 (IN-P12-IUINA)
Department Information Optimizing our enrollment mix is crucial to the long-term viability of Indiana University (IU) Indianapolis. There are several factors that influence a student's college choice, persistence, graduation, and success. The Division of Enrollment Management is comprised of over 100 full-time staff in the Office of Undergraduate Admissions, Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships, Office of the Registrar, Office for Veterans and Military personnel, P TO12, as well as other areas supporting student enrollment.

The IU K-12 Student Success Corps is a comprehensive K-12 tutoring, mentoring, college and career exploration, summer enrichment, and family engagement program under the Division of Enrollment Management. We are seeking committed, dependable, and outgoing individuals to hire as tutor/mentors for the  academic year.

This off-campus position provides individualized and small group academic support to students in grades 2-8, with a focus on student growth and achievement in core subjects such as English Language Arts and Math.

Tutor/mentors also build mentoring relationships to support students social-emotional development, motivation, and school engagement.

Tutor/mentors must be flexible and adaptable to an elementary or middle school environment as well as take directions from school administrators and teachers on specific curriculum and interventions provided for students.

Job Summary Department Specific Responsibilities Provides individualized and small group academic support to students in grades 2-8, with a focus on improving achievement in core subjects such as English Language Arts and Math.

Builds mentoring relationships to support students social-emotional development, motivation, and school engagement. You will work off-campus in elementary and middle schools in Pike and Lawrence Townships. Travel is required between the schools and campus. Provides structured tutoring aligned with school curriculum and state academic standards.

Supports students with skill building, assignments, and test preparation in core subjects such as English Language Arts and Math. Uses school and program approved tools to reinforce key concepts and promote academic growth.

Assists students with organization, academic goal setting, and study habits. Builds rapport and trusting relationships to foster student motivation and engagement.

Serves as a consistent, caring presence and positive role model.

Coaches students in goal setting, persistence, and conflict resolution.

Supports the development of social emotional skills aligned with the Collaborative for Academic, Social, Emotional, Learning (CASEL) core competencies. Reports concerns or patterns to school point of contact and program staff using appropriate protocols.

Records each session in the program database including attendance, participation, and progress notes.

Participates in curriculum professional development and trainings as required by the school districts instructional coaches and educators.

Works collaboratively with teachers, school staff, and program teams. Attends professional development sessions and monthly meetings with program supervisors.

Maintains regular communication with program supervisors.

Qualifications EDUCATION Required

High school diploma or equivalent (HSED or GED)
Preferred Associates degree or currently enrolled in a college or universityWORK EXPERIENCE Required

Experience working in K-12 education, school or community setting3 years full-time work experience

Experience working with youth

Preferred

Experience tutoring/mentoring K-12 students, camp counselor, or out of school time programs

Experience with urban school settings, K-12 academic content or curriculum, youth development or programmingSKILLSRequired

Ability to be patient, empathetic, and willing to try new ways of engaging and supporting student growth and learning

Strong problem solving and communication skills

Ability to follow directions from educators, school and program staff

Proficiency in using district specific and relevant instructional strategies

Experience working with youth, preferably in a school, summer camp, or mentoring setting

Strong interpersonal, critical thinking, decision making, communication, and organizational skills

Able to work collaboratively with 2nd-8th students, educators, family members and staff of all cultures and backgrounds

Attends all scheduled meetings and professional development sessions

Stays on task, engaged, and positively…