Mentor/Tutor for Academic Talent Search

Mentor/Tutor

The Academic Talent Search program at Canisius University seeks part-time Mentors and Tutors for the Day Program as well as the Extended Day program during the 2023 - 2024 academic school year.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support all aspects of the Academic Talent Search Program
• Consider program goals and expectations when working with students
• Provide tutoring to ATS students during the Day Program or Extended Day program

QUALIFICATIONS:

• College enrollment or degree
• Strong leadership skills
• Self-motivated
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Willingness to be flexible and creative
• Strong support of goals of the Academic Talent Search Program
• Ability to take initiative for and be accountable for a wide range of responsibilities
• Strong communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Sufficient knowledge to tutor high school students in an academic area
• Background or current studies in counseling, ELA,  Math, Science, or a related field
• Desire to work with and relate to underserved student populations
• Demonstrated experience tutoring or counseling high school students
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Must be able to work a flexible hourly schedule

The Office of Human Resources at Canisius University utilizes an online recruitment management system.

Individuals who need reasonable accommodations under the ADA in order to participate in the search process should contact the Office of Human Resources at (716) 888-2240.

To apply, go to https://www.canisius.edu/about-canisius/employment-canisius. Review of applications begins immediately and will continue until the position is filled.  Please include your cover letter and resume with your application. 

Canisius University, a Catholic and Jesuit University, has as its foundation the fundamental values of academic excellence, leadership, faith and social justice.  Canisius is committed to educating and preparing men and women to become leaders in their professions and their communities, and in service to humanity.  The University is an equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting, supporting, and fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff and students.                

Compensation and Benefits:

Salary: $40.00 per hour 

Please note that the compensation information is a good faith estimate of the base pay for this position. The selected candidate's actual base pay will be based on job-related, non-discriminatory factors including experience.  Information about the total compensation package  for this position will be provided during the interview process.