Financial Aid

OFF CAMPUS: ConnCAP/Upward Bound High School Tutors

2025-2026 Academic Year

Department: Pre-Collegiate & Access Programs

Location: Danbury High School (43 Clapboard Ridge Rd, Danbury CT) & Danbury High West Campus (40 Apple Ridge Rd, Danbury, CT)

Description: Currently seeking motivated and dependable college students to serve as tutors for high school students (grades 9 – 12) enrolled in the ConnCAP/Upward Bound program at Danbury High School and Danbury High West Campus. Tutors will provide one-on-one and/or small group academic support in a variety of subjects.

Subjects Needed:

  • Math (Algebra, Geometry, Pre-Calculus, Statistics (Honors and AP level)
  • English/ Writing
  • Biology (Honors and AP)
  • Chemistry (Honors and AP)
  • History and Geography
  • Spanish (Beginner to Honors and AP)
  • Philosophy
  • Physics

Requirements:

  • Must be a WCSU student with Sophomore standing and at least a 2.5 cumulative GPA
  • Demonstrate academic excellence in tutoring subject
  • Must have reliable transportation to Danbury High School locations
  • Must present a valid government issued ID (Driver’s license) to access the school building
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Prior tutoring and mentoring experience preferred

Hours/Schedule: Monday – Friday from 8:15am – 10:45am (potential for additional hours on select Saturdays)

Pay Rate: $16.35 / hr.

Payroll Type: Department Payroll & Federal Work Study

Contact: Interested students should contact Yara Zoccarato at zoccaratoy@wcsu.edu . Please include the subject you are able to tutor, days and times of availability for tutoring, also please include your availability to come in for an interview. 

 

 

Posted 10/08/2025