GEAR UP Outreach Mentor​/Tutor Provo School District

Utah Valley University’s GEAR UP Utah program offers a rewarding opportunity to make a direct, lasting difference in students’ lives while gaining meaningful experience in education and student support. In this role, you will work one-on-one with high school students, providing academic assistance and tutoring across multiple subjects, with an emphasis on supporting diverse learners. You will serve as a positive role model and collaborate with students, families, and school staff to help participants graduate from high school academically prepared, informed, and confident about their next steps in college or a career pathway.

This position is ideal for applicants who are passionate about student success and community impact, and who have strong knowledge in STEM subjects such as statistics, mathematics, physics, or chemistry. The role offers consistent daytime hours aligned with the Provo School District schedule (8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.) and the opportunity to build professional skills in mentoring, outreach, and college readiness programming. A commitment through at least May 2026 allows you to support students across a full academic year and see the tangible results of your work as they progress toward graduation and postsecondary success.

• Tracks student academic progress and standardized test results, and reports to 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 position as assigned by 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.

• Valid driver’s license and transportation.
• Ability to speak and translate Spanish to English is highly preferred.

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

• 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 effectively tutor high school students (list subject expertise on supplemental questionnaire).
• Ability to speak and translate Spanish to English is highly preferred.
• Ability to use initiative, demonstrate dependability, and use time constructively.