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University of Northern Iowa Summer Program Assistant - Upward Bound Math & Science in Cedar Falls, Iowa
Summer Program Assistant - Upward Bound Math & Science
Job Category:Merit Temporary (https://hrs.uni.edu/merit)
Type of Position:Temporary
Full Consideration Date:Wednesday, May 1, 2024
Advertising Started on:Thursday, March 14, 2024
Hiring Department:Upward Bound Math & Science
Department:Upward Bound Math & Science
Salary
Iowa enjoys a lower cost of living than many other states. See how the Waterloo-Cedar Falls area compares by utilizing the cost of living calculator (https://money.cnn.com/calculator/pf/cost-of-living/) . Our overall compensation package is enhanced by excellent benefits for eligible non-temporary positions (https://hrs.uni.edu/sites/default/files/mybenefits/bn_newemployees_overview.pdf) .
Pay Grade (http://hrs.uni.edu/merit/pay-matrix) :TEMP UNC.1
Position Details
Percent of Time/Week:100%
Service Schedule:Other
Position Description:
Upward Bound Math and Science is a high school, college prep program that provides academic enrichment, retention services, post-secondary preparation, and a summer residential program to low-income and first-generation students. The goal of the program is to help students recognize and develop their potential to excel in math and science (social, tech, health, environmental, etc.) while providing a fun, exciting summer experience to our students!
We are looking for passionate individuals to join our team as a Summer Program Assistant! Students attend our residential summer program for 5 weeks on campus and 1 week on a Classroom on the Road trip! Staff live in the dorms to help provide educational, recreational, and social activities and supervision to help students experience what life is like in college. Summer Program Assistants will be provided housing for the entirety of the summer program on campus, as well as provided meals during the scheduled programming.
Dates:
Summer Staff Training: May 28th, 2024 - May 31st, 2024
Summer Residential Program: June 2nd, 2024 - July 12th, 2024
Responsibilities include supervise program participants, ensuring they are at each scheduled activity; plan, lead, and implement activities with 9th-12th grade students; provide high-quality educational and recreational opportunities and enjoyable experiences for participants; support and supervise students to ensure their safety, development, growth, and wellbeing; support students in completing homework during study tables; assist in maintaining accurate program records including incident reports, attendance, and sign in/sign out sheets; know and understand emergency procedures associate with the summer program; participate in team meetings; and proactively communicate with Upward Bound Math and Science staff about any questions.
Required Qualifications:
Required qualifications include an undergraduate college student or higher with a 2.5 GPA or above on a 4.0 scale; at least one year of experience working with underrepresented students; sensitivity and awareness of program participants; enjoys being in the company of high school students; ability to live in on campus and participate for the entirety of the summer program; willingness and ability to support high school student's academics, recreation, physical, and emotional wellbeing; energetic and positive personality; and patient, reliable, punctual, and have good communication skills.
Desirable Qualifications:
Candidates with experience working with residential programs preferred.
Online Application Required Documents
Application Type:This job requires basic applicant information, plus a resume. Your resume should not be sent to the contact below. The resume will be attached during the Online Application Process.
Professional References:Applicants must enter reference information online as part of the application process.
Number of References: 3
Cover Letter:A plain text cover letter is required.
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Contact Information
Attention: Your resume should not be sent to the contact below. The resume will be attached during the Online Application Process.
Contact:Sarah Cohen (sarah.cohen@uni.edu) - sarah.cohen@uni.edu
UNI Ctr for Urban Educ
Phone: 319-273-4791
UNI actively seeks to enhance diversity and is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The University encourages applications from persons of color, women, individuals living with disabilities, and veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other basis protected by federal and/or state law. Applicant Accommodations
If you seek information or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact Human Resource Services at hrs-employment@uni.edu or call (319) 273-2422.
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