Upward Bound Camp Assistant

Job Description

Primary Responsibility

Under the supervision of the TRIO Upward Bound Director, the Upward Bound Summer Camp Assistant is a part‑time position offering supervision and advisement to high school students during our TRIO Upward Bound summer program. Upward Bound is a U.S. Department of Education federally funded educational opportunity program that prepares eligible high school students to enter and succeed in post‑secondary education. The 6‑week summer program is focused on enhancing the academic skills of the participants and provides participants with fast‑paced, intensive academic coursework and other social, cultural, and recreational enrichment activities.

The primary objective of the Camp Assistant is to ensure the well‑being of students in grades 9‑12, regarding health, safety, morale, discipline, interpersonal relationships, and academics during the Upward Bound Summer Academy.

Education and experience sufficient to meet the rigors of the position. Applicants must be a college sophomore, junior, senior, or graduate with a strong academic record. Must possess strong leadership qualities and can function as a team player. Ability to mentor and tutor high school students in a virtual and/or in‑person environment. Possess good interpersonal skills, communication, and a positive attitude/energy.

Ability to maintain appropriate, professional boundaries with students. Be energetic and motivated to mentor/tutor, create, and implement activities to summer participants who are predominantly low‑income and first‑generation students from diverse backgrounds.

Bilingual abilities in Spanish are preferred. Experience working with low‑income and first‑generation students from diverse backgrounds. Prior resident assistant or camp counselor experience. A current, valid driver's license with no violations within two‑years. Or equivalent education and experience that will provide the necessary knowledge, skill, and abilities to perform the functions of the position.

Welcoming. Innovative. Focused on Student Success. These principles reflect the soul of CMC. They guide us in building our teams, cultivating leaders, and expanding our approaches and mindset. They guide us to be an institution of higher education that is the right fit for every faculty member, staff, student, and community member in its trust. Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to working effectively with students, employees, and community members of all backgrounds.

Bilingual (English/Spanish) or conversational language abilities preferred.

The hiring pay rate is $18.71 per hour. Benefits include retirement contribution, annual and sick time, mental health resources, and tuition benefit. CMC utilizes a wage progression compensation model that accounts for a candidate's skill and experience. Although a hiring rate is listed, this will be set commensurate with the successful candidate's qualifications and in compliance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.

This is a seasonal position anticipated from April 27 - August 7, 2026

Please have all application material submitted by end of business on February 10, 2026.

Essential Duties

• Plan, coordinates, implement and participate in leadership structured activities for the campers, during out of class time.
• Planning and coordinating out of class time activities with camp participants.
• Develop positive and supportive relationships with Upward Bound students, mentoring them on academic, personal, social, and college/career concerns.
• Assist in establishing and maintaining a positive and safe environment in the UB residence hall and/or summer camp venues for students and staff, creating an atmosphere that appreciates the diverse cultures, traditions, lifestyles, and beliefs of all students. Supervise participants at recreation, co‑curricular activities, and meals.
• Help students develop the study skills necessary for academic success by providing study skills (i.e., time management, note‑taking, textbook reading, test‑taking) workshops when appropriate.
• Provi…