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