Tutor Upward Bound

Overview

Tutor Upward Bound

Position Category: Temporary

FLSA: Non-exempt

FTE: .37 (Projected end date: June 5, 2026)

Location: Thousand Oaks

University Background

The mission of California Lutheran University is to educate leaders for a global society who are strong in character and judgment, confident in their identity and vocation, and committed to service and justice. Founded in 1959 in beautiful Ventura County, the university has an enrollment of about 4,000 undergraduate and graduate students who come from across the nation and around the world from a diversity of backgrounds, cultures and faiths.

As a federally recognized Hispanic-Serving Institution, Cal Lutheran is looking for candidates with a dedication to and success in working in diverse communities. The university is committed to an inclusive learning and work environment that values individual differences and respects each person s dignity.

Basic Function

Under the supervision of the Director and Academic Specialists of the TRIO Upward Bound Programs (UBP), the Academic Tutor is responsible for providing tutorial assistance to assigned students in accordance with Upward Bound rules, policies and procedures. The Academic Tutor will support the academic needs of students in the federally mandated UB curriculum, which includes but is not limited to English, Literature, Laboratory Science, Math through Pre-Calculus, Social Science, and Foreign Language.

Representative

Duties

• Provides academic tutorial assistance to students for the purpose of improving their success in academics through a defined course of study.
• Prepares evaluations on student s progress; monthly during the Academic Year Component (AYC); and if applicable on a bi-weekly basis during the Summer Residential Component (SRC).
• Attends tutor orientation, training and meetings as directed.
• Serves as a positive role model and mentor for UBP participants.
• Meets regularly with the Project Coordinator and reports any participant concerns.
• Participates in Upward Bound s extracurricular activities as directed.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Knowledge Of

• Current theory and practice within the subject discipline.
• Learning and motivation techniques.
• The needs of students served by TRIO programs in a junior high school or secondary school environment.

Ability To

• Demonstrate accurate knowledge in the subject field or discipline.
• Exhibit sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, social, economic, cultural, physical ability and ethnic background of first-generation and low-income students.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing using tact, patience, and courtesy.
• Work in a collaborative team environment.
• Attend training sessions before the beginning of the AYC and SRC.
• Operate a computer, relevant software, and office equipment.

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination equivalent to:
Successful completion of one year of college level course work and in good academic standing at an accredited post-secondary institution. A minimum 3.0 GPA and a strong foundation in one of the following areas:
Math, Science, Social Science, Foreign Language or English

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working with economically challenged and first-generation student populations.

Licenses and Other Requirements

none

Physical Abilities

Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to operate office equipment; speaking to exchange information, provide instruction and make presentations; sitting or standing for extended periods of time; pushing, pulling or lifting light objects; bending and reaching to store and/or retrieve files.

Working Environment

Indoor and outdoor environment; seated for extended periods of time; subject to visiting a variety of maintenance work sites on campus.

Hiring Range

$18- 20/hour

Posting Number

Staff

Open Date

10/30/2025

Close Date

11/9/2025

Application Procedure/Special Instructions

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California Lutheran University is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment for all persons, regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by applicable law. No person shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination in any program, activity or facility of the University on the basis of these factors in a manner consistent with applicable federal and state laws, regulations, ordinances, orders and rules, and University s policies, procedures, and processes.

Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process can be provided to individuals with qualifying disabilities. Please contact the Human Resources Department for further information or to request an accommodation.

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