GEAR UP Outreach Mentor - West High School SLC

GEAR UP Outreach Mentor - West High School SLC

Salary

$16.14 - $18.99 Hourly

Location

West High School, 241 North 300 West, Salt Lake City, Utah 84103

Job Type

Part-Time Staff

Job Number

FY2606009

Division

VP Student Affairs

Department

Gear Up

Opening Date

05/28/2026

Closing Date

6/21/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

First Review Date

06/04/2026

Required Documents Needed to Apply

Resume

Required Licenses or Certifications

Drivers Licence

Applicant Support

1-855-524-5627

Support@schooljobs.com

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Position Announcement

The GEAR UP Classroom Staff is an in-person, classroom-focused role that works directly with high school students in the classroom every day at West High School, 241 North 300 West, Salt Lake City, Utah 84103. This position provides tutoring, teacher-like support, and hands-on guidance to help students build college and career readiness skills throughout the academic year calendar schedule of the Salt Lake City School District. Responsibilities are centered on daily in-class support, including guiding students through assignments, facilitating workshops, supporting classroom management, providing academic guidance, and assisting with field trips. This role is entirely classroom-based, ensuring students receive consistent, in-person academic support to prepare for high school graduation and post-secondary education or training.

Summary of Responsibilities

• 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 the position as assigned by GEAR UP counselor.

Qualifications / Licenses / Certifications

Knowledge

• 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

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

Abilities

• 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.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• 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.
• A valid driver's license and transportation are required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to speak and translate Spanish to English preferred.

EEO Statement:

UVU employment decisions are made on the basis of an applicant's qualifications and ability to perform the job without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and over), disability, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or other bases protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Utah Valley University's dedication to exceptional care offers quality service and benefits to employees while staying committed to meeting the needs of a diverse workforce.

Although part-time and adjunct (less than 30 hours per week) employees are ineligible for the full-time employee benefits package, the university is pleased to offer the following:

• Undergraduate tuition remission benefit:

• Part-time: waives 100 percent of tuition and general student fees for up to 3 credit hours or 1 course after 6 consecutive months of employment and a minimum of 480 hours worked (dependents do not qualify)

• Adjunct: waives 100 percent of tuition and general student fees for one course per semester in which there is an active teaching assignment at the university (dependents do not qualify)

• Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Access to Campus Recreation and Wellness

• Exclusive cash rewards through Utah Community Credit Union's (UCCU) branch on UVU's campus when becoming a member

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Do you meet the minimum requirements for this position as outlined? • 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. • A valid driver's license and transportation.

• Yes
• No

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Are you able to speak and translate Spanish to English?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation?

• Yes
• No

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What is your highest level of education?

• High School or equivalent
• Associates
• Bachelors
• Masters
• Ph.D.
• Ph.D. (abd)
• Juris Doctorate

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How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?

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• 8+

Required Question

Employer Utah Valley University

Address 800 W. University Parkway

Orem, Utah, 84058

Phone Applicant Support 855-524-5627

Website http://www.uvu.edu