Tutor/Residential Advisor

California State University, Los Angeles Upward Bound and Upward Bound Math & Science Programs

Job Description Tutor/Residential Tutor Advisor Tutor/Residential Tutor Advisor (10 positions),

 Pool position, UAS Upward Bound Residential Program $17.87 Hourly

Work Schedule: Dates: June 15, 2026 – July 24, 2026, 

Monday through Friday 8:30 am – 2:30 pm. Tutor may transition from the classroom to the residential program for 2 weeks Sunday-Friday, including overnight supervision, hours to be determined. Tutor position may extend into the academic year (Saturday Academy/Study Hall). 

Overview: Under the supervision of the Director and Academic Coordinator, the incumbent will oversee a group of high school participants during the residential program

Essential Functions 

• Tutor high school students as part of the summer program at Cal State LA in the areas of Math, Science, and Language Arts.

 • Oversee a group of high school participants during the residential program, closely monitoring activities, overnight stay and providing team leadership to all the Upward Bound staff, participants and community. 

• Assist in preparation of check in/out of students, dinner distribution, special activities set up and/or developmental materials and activities for students; assist with academic counseling; advise participants regarding college, financial aid, and career information; attend daily meetings, and other duties as assigned. 

Tutor high school students during the residential program in the areas of Math, Science, English, and Foreign Language.

 May perform office tasks that include; greeting and directing clients/visitors, answering phones, completing copy requests, typing, filing, data entry, running errands, and inventory. 

• Perform other duties as needed

Requirements 

• Education; must be enrolled in postsecondary education with progress towards a bachelor’s degree; Must be in good academic standing. 

• Interest in tutoring high school students; ability to work with UB Program personnel and low-income disadvantaged students at secondary level.

 • Experience: Prior experience as a residential advisor, tutor and/or peer counselor. Ability to work with High School students of low-income disadvantaged family backgrounds. 

Prefer Upward Bound Project Alumni. Desired Qualifications 

• Prefer Upward Bound Program Alumni

The incumbent must demonstrate an interest or ability in working in a multicultural/multiethnic environment. A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the UAS. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or the continued employment of current UAS employees who apply for the position.

Review of applications/resumes will begin on 02/09/2026 and will continue until the position is filled; however, the position may close when an adequate number of qualified applications/resumes are received. A cover letter and resume are required. UAS hires only those individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Americans with Disabilities (ADA) requested accommodations should be made in advance to the UAS Human Resources Department.

Cal State LA University Auxiliary Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.