Upward Bound - Summer Teaching Assistant

Job Purpose/Description

This position will be working in support of our classroom teachers during the academic portion of the summer program. This position is potentially a paid summer internship, and we will work with you and your professors.

Job Duties

* Administer summer curriculum developed by the primary teacher/UB,UBMS staff

* Support instruction toward college preparation.

* Help promote objectives of the UB & UBMS Program.

* Attend teacher meetings as needed.

* Tutor, advise and evaluate students as needed.

* Recommend students for UB & UBMS awards.

* Consistently enforce the UB & UBMS summer rules in a fair manner.

* Report all classroom difficulties to the primary teacher or UB & UBMS staff.

* Perform other duties as assigned by the primary teacher.

* Other duties may be assigned and/or necessary.

* Administer summer curriculum developed by the primary teacher/UB,UBMS staff

Required Qualifications

* Currently enrolled college student or recent college graduate

* A cumulative GPA of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale)

* Attend summer training

* Must be willing to work Monday-Friday 8:00-3:30 P.M.

* Ability to work with high school students within a classroom setting

* Enthusiastic and responsible

Preferred Qualifications

* Academic success in basic academic areas, with math and science courses strongly preferred

* Ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of individuals

* Ability to modify assignments/provide accommodations at discretion of teacher

* Excellent organizational and planning skills

* Evidence of leadership qualities

Special Instructions to Applicants

* Application, resume, cover letter, and two recommendation forms must be submitted by Friday, February 27, 2026. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.

* Resume submission required

* The applicant must submit a cover letter and current transcript during the resume section of their application. Upload under "Make your application stronger by uploading documents, such as cover letter, work samples, transcripts, and certifications."

* The applicant must submit two recommendations via this form: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Ch Zs
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* Minimum starting wage for the summer is $2,800.00

* Reports to:

CSS UB & UBMS Professional Staff.