FSU Student-Upward Bound Programs Summer Res. C...

Fitchburg State University, United States

Updated: about 8 hours ago
Location: Fitchburg, MASSACHUSETTS
Deadline: 29 Apr 2024

About Fitchburg State University:

Fitchburg State University, located in Fitchburg, Massachusetts, is a public institution dedicated to integrating high-quality professional programs with strong liberal arts and sciences studies. Founded in 1894, the university now has more than 30 undergraduate programs and 22 master's degree programs, and 7,000 full and part-time students. We invite you to learn more about us and how we can help you achieve your educational goals.

Institutional Diversity and Social Justice

Fitchburg State University embraces a commitment to diversity, inclusion, belonging and social justice. We encourage individuals from historically underrepresented groups to apply and also those who can contribute to diversity, inclusion and equal opportunity in higher education through their teaching, research and mentorship.  


Job Description:

UPWARD BOUND and UPWARD BOUND MATH AND SCIENCE PROGRAMS

Fitchburg State University Upward Bound and Upward Bound Math & Science are federally funded college access programs for income-eligible/ potentially first-generation high school students. We are seeking multiple individuals to serve as dynamic and committed Residential Counselor/ Mentor during a Summer Academy Residential program at Fitchburg State University.  This six-week position includes 1 training week, 5 weeks of 24 hr. supervision (Mon - Fri) of 80 high school youth in a residential setting. 

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PRINCIPAL DUTIES:

  • Actively work with staff in implementation, supervision, and support of youth in all phases of programming activities
  • Supervise and support small groups of students during class/tutoring sessions
  • Supervise and assist small groups of students during afternoon work study/ project based learning/ career exploration
  • Mentor and advise student participants in their pursuit of post-secondary education
  • Plan and supervise evening recreational activities
  • Supervise and maintain order among youth at all time
  • Attend all staff meetings and maintain required records
  • Preference for licensed drivers willing/able to drive youth in a 15-passenger van


    • Requirements:

  • Successful completion of 1 year/ 30 college credit hours
  • Recommended GPA 2.8+ (transcript required)
  • Strong leadership abilities and interpersonal communication skills required
  • Tutoring experience is strongly considered
  • Experience with youth programs and summer camps preferred 
  • Sensitivity to the needs of low-income and first-college-generation population
  • Ability to work in a team setting.
  • Must be able to satisfactorily pass a check conducted by the Criminal History Systems Board (CORI check) and a SORI.


    • Additional Information:

    Shift Information:  

    -Program Dates: June 21, 2024 - August 2, 2024 (residency required)

    -Shift information: Residential, Monday-Friday, occasional night and weekend shifts.

    Compensation:

    Residential Counselors/Mentors are eligible to earn a stipend of up to $4,000, paid in bi-weekly installments.  (Program is closed July 4-July 5). Additional Dates: Two pre-summer planning meetings and two post-summer evaluation dates are required.

    In addition to earning a stipend, housing is provided for the full duration of the employment term, and a full meal plan is provided during staff training, student meal periods, and evaluation days. Meals will not be provided on the weekends and when the program is closed (approx. value: $2,680.)


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