Program Assistant - Part Time Summer Position

Summary:

Upward Bound, a pre-collegiate academic program for first generation and limited income high school students with academic potential. The Upward Bound Program at Alabama A & M University is funded by the U.S. Department of Education. The Upward Bound (UB) Summer Component is a 6-weeks residential program.

SUMMER PROGRAM - Upward Bound students will receive:

* Instruction in language arts, math, science, foreign language, literature & composition

* Exposure to fun, laboratory, hands on activities designed to promote personal and social growth

* Advising in the areas of educational & career opportunities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

* Located at Alabama A & M University in Normal, AL

* Must have a 3.0 or higher in the specific course to tutor UB participants

* Duties may include, but are not limited to:
Assist with daily functions of the Summer Component; submission of required paperwork; provide tutoring and advising to individuals and groups of students; supervision of participants at all times; escorting participants on campus; residential monitoring; program planning; assisting with promoting a community of mutual respect and trust.

* Residential availability

Minimum

Position Requirements (including certifications, licenses, etc.):

* Must be available Sunday-Thursday for entire Summer Component

* Some college experience required

* Ability to effectively work with teenagers

* Ability to follow programmatic regulations & accept directives from UB Staff

* Prior experience working with teenagers (PREFERRED)

* 3 professional references

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

* Social Media

* Microsoft Office, Zoom, Google Suites, etc.

* Effective Communication skills

* Organizational skills