2026-2027 Recruiting: UIS USA Head of Tutoring
HEAD OF TUTORING — UIS USA
Executive Team, 2026/2027
Position Overview
Volunteer position. The UIS executive team operates on a voluntary basis.
Time commitment: 4 hours per week.
Reports to the Country Officer and sits on the US Executive Team.
The Role
The Head of Tutoring leads the US chapter of the UIS Tutoring Programme, a flagship initiative that connects high-school students with university mentors who guide them through the admissions process. The role is responsible for the programme's strategy, its team of tutors and its relationships with partner organizations, ensuring that students receive consistent, high-quality support.
Programme Management
Define and deliver the annual strategy for the Tutoring Programme in the United States, in coordination with the Global Head of Tutoring
Design and manage the process that matches students with tutors and monitor the quality and continuity of the support provided
Team Leadership
Recruit, onboard and coordinate the team of tutors, assigning students and following progress through regular check-ins
Ensure tutors are equipped to guide applicants on programme research, timeline planning, test preparation, application materials and submissions
Outreach and Partnerships
Develop relationships with schools, educational organizations and media in Italy to promote the programme and reach prospective students
Coordinate with the Marketing team on promotional materials and communication to students in the United States
Candidate Profile
An Italian student currently enrolled at a university in the USA
A clear, patient communicator with a proactive, positive mindset, comfortable working with high-school students and coordinating a team of peers
Well-organized, reliable with scheduling and able to manage multiple workstreams
Fluent in Italian and English
Prior tutoring, mentoring or programme coordination experience is a plus but not required
About Us
United Italian Societies (UIS) is a non-profit organization dedicated to connecting, promoting, and supporting Italian university students abroad. We bring together Italian student societies across 7 countries and more than 60 universities, fostering a vibrant community driven by the passion and talent of our volunteers. Founded five years ago, we are now focused on expanding our services and enhancing the events we offer in the regions where we are active. For more information, please visit https://uniteditaliansocieties.com/.
Find more information about the Tutoring Programme at https://uniteditaliansocieties.com/high-school-students/.
Application Process
Applications close on [date]. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a 30-minute interview. Outcomes will be communicated within five working days.