St. John’s established in 1870, has three New York City campuses; a graduate center in Hauppauge, NY; international locations in Rome, Italy; Limerick, Ireland; and Paris, France; and study abroad locations around the world. The Princeton Review and other top rankings consistently recognize the University’s outstanding academics, diverse student body, dynamic internship and volunteer opportunities, focus on student life, and diverse study abroad offerings. St. John’s University offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate programs in its six colleges and schools, with a growing number of programs offered online. The University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and 12 other major academic and professional associations.

A dedication to diversity, equity and inclusion is at the heart of our mission.  As a Catholic and Vincentian university, St. John’s is committed to institutionalizing practices of inclusive excellence to ensure that we welcome and celebrate the intrinsic worth of all members of our community.  We will become an even stronger university as we enhance equity at every level of our institution.  As noted in our Vision Statement, our graduates will excel in the competencies and values required for leadership and service in a rapidly evolving world. 

TUTOR/MENTOR

SJU GEAR UP/NYGEAR UP PROGRAMS

Location: Long Island City High School; Various NYC Colleges & Universities (School Based Programs). *Staff will be assigned locations/programs based on need.

JOB PURPOSE: To provide academic, social and college preparedness support to "at risk" students that will increase their academic performance and preparation for post-secondary education

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: *Please note that many of these services may take place remotely initially, although some direct services will be required depending on pandemic and NYS guidelines.

• Provide academic support to high school students and/or first year college freshman (Math, English, Social Studies, Science)
• Serve as mentors for HS participants and assist with college preparedness tasks (i.e.- completion of FAFSA, scholarship searches, college applications and research etc.)/ Provide college orientation services for our first-year college students (i.e.- acclimating them to college, course selection, assisting with soft skills which will help them be successful such as time management, organization etc.)
• Provide workshops to include: college readiness, social emotional support, enhancing soft-skills, budgeting, financial aid assistance etc.
• Provide academic advisement to project participants
• Assist with outreach and the collection of project services data (i.e.- attendance, event sign-in sheets, registration forms etc.)
• Participate in supervision meetings & trainings (mandatory)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• A least two years of postsecondary education completed
• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience working with high school underserved student populations or with college students either in tutoring or college readiness programs.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the academic area for which tutoring/mentoring is provided (Math, English, Social Studies, Science and College Preparedness) *HS program

SKILLS/REQUIREMENTS:

• Strong work ethic
• Attention to detail
• Excellent computer skills (i.e.- Microsoft Office)
• Excellent verbal and writing skills
• Commitment to supporting positive youth development
• Strong foundation in at least two content areas (i.e. Math, English, Social Studies, Science and College Readiness) preferred *HS program
• Bilingual strongly encouraged

WORK SCHEDULE:

• This position has been modified to a remote work position due to the pandemic (this may change with notice)
• Schedules may vary based on sites/needs (i.e.- you may be based at different sites)
• Typically, Monday-Friday within the hours of 2:30pm- 7:30pm
• Some Evenings/Saturdays may be required for special events

Any offer of employment is subject to receipt by St. John’s University of satisfactory references, verification of employment and education.

St. John’s University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from women and minorities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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