Work with Us

Eligibility: ages 21 and up

Responsibilities: 

• Host academic group tutoring sessions via in-person
• Review and assist with recent and current homework assignments 
• Prepare, create, and submit students’ progress reports.
• Ask students about specific struggling topics or areas that warrant further exploration.
• Prepare lesson plans or learning modules for tutoring sessions according to students’ needs and goals.
• Provide feedback to students using positive reinforcement techniques to encourage, motivate, or build confidence in students.
• Communicate with parents/guardians about the struggling areas or issues that require attention through written progress reports, in person, by phone, or by email.
• Research or recommend textbooks, software, equipment, or other learning materials to complement tutoring.
• Participate in all staff development meetings and professional development training sessions.

Qualifications: Entry – Intermediate level

• 1 year or more of tutoring experience in a classroom, academic, or school setting.
• Knowledge, expertise, and experience working with elementary and middle school students.
• Must have a vehicle to travel to at least 1 school site per day.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and automobile liability insurance.
• Must be able to work 15- 20 hours per work, 12 pm- 5 pm, M-F.
• Must be able to attend a one-week paid 20-hour orientation and training prior to starting the position in August.
• Must be able to pass a live scan and show proof of TB clearance.

Benefits:

• FSLA: Non-exempt

• No weekends and holidays

• Employee assistance program

• Compensation is fixed at $21.50/hour

• Cal Savers retirement matching support

• Employers pay for tutors’ certification and training support.
• Mileage reimbursement is available for the position.
• This is a year contract position from August 2023- June 2024 and has the ability to be renewed based on employee performance evaluation.

 Application process: (1) Application Form (2) Formal Interview  (3) Reference Check  (4) Orientation   

Eligibility: ages 16- up (high school, undergraduate students, graduate students, adults, seniors) 

Opportunities available include but are not limited to: 

• Assisting with fundraising projects
• Assisting with outreach projects and initiatives
• Providing peer mentorship to students
• hosting  educational workshops or classes for DUYA staff/ students
• Participate in program evaluations and data tracking
• Assisting with grant writting
• Assist with tutoring individually or in small groups
• hosting musical or cultural art workshops for DUYA staff/ students
• Assisting with a community or fundraising event

• Excellent communication skills

• Adaptable to a fast-paced work environment

• Ability to work with students one-on-one and in small groups

• Available to volunteer 2-10 hours per week for a minimum of 4 weeks or more 

• Experience with google drive and Microsoft word

Learning Outcomes:

• Develop communication and leadership skills

• Demonstrate the ability to work with diverse groups of people and as a member of a cohesive team

• Promote learning strategies to encourage student self-sufficiency

• Engage in professional career development

Application process: (1) Application Form (2) Informal Interview  (3) Reference Check  (4) Orientation   

Employment requirements: (1) Livescan (2) TB Test (3) 4-week commitment period