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Tutor/Mentor Application Packet

EDUCATIONAL TALENT SEARCH

UPWARD BOUND MATH AND SCIENCE

Thank you for your interest in working with the TRiO Educational Talent Search (ETS) and Upward Bound

Math and Science (UBMS) programs. This application packet includes a job description stating the

requirements for the position of TRiO ETS/UBMS Tutor/Mentor and the forms which must be completed

and submitted before an applicant can be considered. Interested applicants will be selected as

Tutor/Mentors based upon their qualifications and availability. Individuals hired for the position will

participate in relevant training sessions throughout the course of their employment, adding to their

tutoring, mentoring and academic coaching skills.

TRiO ETS and TRiO UBMS are federally funded programs which identify and assist students from

disadvantaged backgrounds who have the potential and desire to succeed in higher education. Participants

are provided academic, college, career, and financial counseling to help them experience success on the

secondary level and prepare for postsecondary education. The goal of TRiO is to increase the number of

underrepresented youth that complete high school as well as enroll in and complete postsecondary

education. ETS serves students in grades 6-12 while UBMS serves grades 9-12 in the Consolidated School

District of New Britain. Please review the details for each of the programs at www.ccsu.edu/trio

Application Process

1. Carefully read the Position Description.

2. Complete the Tutor Application and submit an unofficial transcript with your application.

3. Provide an instructor or Department Chair with the Faculty Recommendation of Tutor form. The

Instructor/Department Chair must teach/Chair the subject(s) that you are interested in tutoring, and

should also be able to speak to your performance and knowledge in the subject you wish to tutor, and

your ability to impart that knowledge to another student.

The Instructor/Chair can send the Faculty Recommendation of Tutor form directly to the program or

return it to you in a sealed envelope and signed across the closure. They may also fax it to

860-832-2235 or scan and email it to soveroa@ccsu.edu

4. You may return your completed application materials by:

• Mail: Office of TRiO Programs at CCSU 185 Main Street, Suite 218, New Britain, CT 06051

• In-Person: Dropping it off at the Office of TRiO Programs located in the CCSU-ITBD building

in downtown New Britain

• Scan/email to soveroa@ccsu.edu.

Please remember to include your transcripts when returning your application.

After all application materials are reviewed, applicants who are selected to be interviewed will be

contacted via email. Interviews will be held at the Office of TRiO Programs. Please feel free to contact

Andres Sovero, Director, by email (soveroa@ccsu.edu) with any questions or concerns.

Office of TRiO Programs at Central Connecticut State University

185 Main Street, Suite 218



New Britain, CT 06051

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TRiO Educational Talent Search (ETS) and

Upward Bound Math and Science (UBMS) Programs

Position Description

Position Title: TRiO ETS / UBMS Tutor/Mentor

Wage: up to $13.44 per hour

Hourly Requirement: Up to 10 hours per week

Description:

The Educational Talent Search and Upward Bound Math and Science programs identify and assist students

from disadvantaged backgrounds who have the potential and desire to succeed in higher education. Participants

are provided academic, college, career, and financial counseling to help them experience success on the

secondary level and prepare for postsecondary education. ETS serves students in grades 6-12 while UBMS

serves grades 9-12 in the Consolidated School District of New Britain. Please review the details for each of the

programs at www.ccsu.edu/trio. Tutors will provide individual and group tutoring throughout the public school

year at the partner schools.

Responsibilities:

The TRiO Program is seeking applicants for tutor/mentor positions to work with middle/high

school students who reside in New Britain. Applicants should be available to work an average of

10 hours per week. Meeting with students may occur during and after school hours and

weekly supervision will be provided to tutors/mentors. Applicants may also be expected to work on

weekend programming events and field trips. Although not required, previous work with urban youth is a

plus, as is experience working with middle and high school aged students. Mentors will work collaboratively

with teachers and school counselors to support the students’ academic and overall well-being in the

following ways:

Academic Advising: Mentors will be assigned to work with certain students individually and/or in

groups. They will provide academic advising and support (including tutoring) to their assigned students and

encourage active participation in the program. In addition, the Mentor’s work will include helping students

develop academic progress plans, assisting students in meeting academic requirements and exploring

career interests. They will also link students with academic and social support systems that are available

(school counselors, social workers, nurses, etc.) as well as locating other resources.

Small Group Work: Mentors will conduct small group workshops with their advisees. Workshop topics

include setting goals, time management, financial literacy, developing positive peer relationships, problem

solving, decision making and college and career exploration.

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TRiO efforts

Working with Counselors and Teachers: Mentors will participate in regularly scheduled team meetings

with school counselors and teachers to discuss student’s overall progress. The reports will include the

student’s current academic status, academic progress plan, academic goals, challenges faced and

progress made.

Assistance with Field Trips/ Weekend Programming: When appropriate, Tutors/Mentors should be

available to assist by chaperoning weekend programming, work site visits, college fairs, and/or program

related field trips.

Interested applicants should submit a resume, transcripts and application to Mr. Andres Sovero in the

information provided in the tutor application. Incoming freshmen are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Must be in Good Academic Standing

•

Overall Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.75

• A minimum 3.00 GPA, in subject area

• Recommendation of Course Instructor or Department Chairperson

• Available during the public school day and/or during afterschool hours; participation with field

trips and weekend programming is expected

• Provide own transportation to the worksite/school

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

• Works cooperatively with a diverse group of students, staff and faculty

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TRiO ETS/UBMS Tutor Application

Name: ____________________________________

Student ID#: Cumulative GPA: Credit Hours Earned:

_________________________ _______________ _________________

Major: Minor: Credit Hours Enrolled:

_________________________ _______________ _________________

Address: ______________________________________________________________

Cell Phone: Other Phone:

_________________________ _________________________

CCSU Email: Other Email:

_________________________ _________________________

1. Why are you interested in tutoring?

2. What subject(s) are you interested in tutoring?

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3. List the courses you have completed relevant to the subject(s) you are interested in tutoring. Include courses you may have completed

at other institutions. You must have received at least a “B” in classes you wish to tutor.

Course, School Professor/Instructor

4. What do you consider to be the qualities of an effective tutor?

5. Students participating in the TRiO Educational Talent Search and Upward Bound Math and Science programs are low income,

first generation potential college students. Discuss any prior experiences you have had with this population that may benefit you as a

tutor.

6. Have you ever tutored for a TRiO (ETS, UBMS, UB, SSS, EOC, etc.) or GEAR-UP program before?

□ Yes Which program, where and when:

□ No

7. List any previous tutor/teaching experience, whether paid or volunteer below:

Dates Position/Title Subject(s) Grade Level

8. Are you currently employed?

□ Yes If yes, are you employed by another CCSU department or another state agency? :

□ No

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9. Please list the days/times below that you are available to tutor:

Availability on:

Mondays

Tuesdays

Wednesdays

Thursdays

Fridays

Saturday

Sunday

10. List three references who can attest to your academic ability and character (include at least one faculty reference):

Name, Title Department/Place of Employment Phone/email

1)

2)

3)

I understand that the Office of TRiO Programs will need to review my transcript and contact my references to verify the

accuracy of the information I have provided.

Applicant’s Signature: Date:

Thank you for your interest in working with the TRiO programs at CCSU.

Please return your completed application with a copy of your transcripts to:

Office of TRiO Programs at Central Connecticut State University

Institute of Technology and Business Development

185 Main Street, Suite 218

New Britain, CT 06051

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Office of TRiO Programs -

Faculty Recommendation of Tutor

Name of Applicant: __________________________________________

Name of Faculty Member: __________________________________________

Department: __________________________________________ Extension: ____________

Faculty email: __________________________________________

1. Please list the course(s)/subject(s) in which you consider the applicant qualified to tutor middle and/or high school students in:

2. Is this student currently enrolled in your class? □ Yes □ No

3. Recommended tutoring format:

□ Individual □ Group □ Both

4. Using a scale of 1 to 5 (1 being the lowest and 5 being the highest), please rate the applicant in the following areas:

• Knowledge of subject

• Ability to impart knowledge

• General academic ability

• Oral communication skills

• Written communication skills

• Interpersonal skills

• Organizational skills

• Leadership abilities

• Ability to maintain confidentiality

5. Additional Comments:

Signature: Date:

Thank you for your assistance and cooperation. Questions or concerns may be directed to The Office of TRiO programs at 860-832-2226.

You may return this form to the student in a sealed envelope with your signature across the closure; fax it to 860-832-2235;

scan/email to soveroa@ccsu.edu or send via intercampus mail to: Office of TRiO Programs, CCSU-ITBD, Suite 218.

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