Job Number: R0011678
The Brandeis University TRiO Upward Bound Program is a year-round college-preparatory program. Our mission is to assist low-income, first-generation college bound high school students in successful completion of secondary education and prepare them academically and socially for enrollment and completion of higher education. Our tutor-counselors help to meet these program objectives during our summer program by leading structured study halls, providing a supportive and encouraging classroom atmosphere, and encouraging students to grow intellectually.
Dates: June 30, 2025 - August 8, 2025
Hours and Pay Rate: TC Hours: 12:30 - 3:30 pm from Monday to Thursday and 9:30 - 3:30 on Friday
$16/hourly
We are seeking tutor-counselors who can help lead engaging and meaningful workshops for high school students in the following areas (and more). Candidates should be comfortable planning and facilitating interactive sessions that promote creativity, expression, and leadership. We also welcome additional workshop ideas that align with students' interests and development.
Areas of interest include:
- Debate and Mock Trial
- Photography and Videography
- Painting (Arts)
- Music and Dance
- Other creative or skill-building workshops relevant to high school students
Other duties & responsibilities include:
- Participate in staff orientation a week prior to program start date. Full participation is a condition of employment.
- Support student learning through serving as teacher's assistant in morning academic courses.
- Facilitate the student's organizational, problem-solving & communication skills development.
- Develop and facilitate team activities for leadership and community building.
- Lead and supervise students during physical activities in the afternoon.
- Assist students in identifying & realizing their academic potential through effective planning.
- Provide & maintain an atmosphere conducive to learning.
- Assist in event set-up and clean up throughout the summer.
- Communicate daily with staff members, administrative staff, students, and parents/guardians.
- Enforce Upward Bound rules and regulations.
- Carry out any other duties as assigned by the staff.
Qualifications:
- Matriculating college students (juniors, seniors and graduate students preferred) with some tutoring/counseling experience working with low-income and/or culturally diverse students.
- Ability to communicate effectively with HS students; including the willingness & patience to explain academic material to a variety of learning types and to provide constructive feedback and support.
- Ability to tutor students in at least one of the following subject areas: English, mathematics, science, history or Spanish
- Must be highly energetic
Equal Opportunity StatementBrandeis University is an equal opportunity employer which does not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religious creed, gender identity and expression, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, genetic information, disability, caste, military or veteran status or any other category protected by law (also known as membership in a "protected class")