Upward Bound program. The purpose of the program aims to prepare our students for successful matriculation and completion of a post-secondary education through intense academic summer programming. This position is for a Senior Seminar Instructor.

Job Responsibilities:

● Provide leadership and direction to approximately 30 high school students

● Maintaining a positive and safe environment that promotes appreciation of diverse cultures, traditions, lifestyles, and beliefs of the students

● Take primary responsibility for students by monitoring academic and personal progress ● Facilitate University style lecture as scheduled

● Keep Track of Assignments ( Reading, Papers, Presentations, Test, etc)

● Take attendance

● Supervise and lead assigned student activities (e.g. study sessions, labs, field trips, etc.)

● Assure that students participate in all activities and complete assignments in a timely manner

● Enforces the program rules consistently and fairly

● Ability to take direction and communicate effectively with full time staff

● Teach/inform seniors on financial aid programs, student loans, and how repayment plans work Teach/inform seniors on topics related to transition from high school to first semester of college. Topics can include but are not limited to: General Education/Major requirements, Study Abroad Programs, Student Support Services/Offices, Study/Time Management skills, Professional school requirements/information, and homesickness/first generation student issues. Know and teach information on general education requirements for transfer to 4-year institutions for college bound seniors

● Review their personal insight questions for college applications.

● Report and keep track of student progress and behavior to UB staff including program director and program coordinators; Attend staff meetings when necessary; Other duties as assigned.

● The individuals who accept this role must be a mature, flexible, trustworthy person capable of interacting well with high school students and passionate about mentoring young high school students from underrepresented communities and marginalized backgrounds.

● Instructor must be able to communicate openly and directly with supervisors and students and create a positive learning environment for 30-50 high school seniors. This list is not exhaustive; job responsibilities may include other tasks as assigned by program coordinator/director.

Qualifications:

● Must be a Graduate Student (preferred) have background in school counseling or related

● Transcripts show Coursework in College Readiness or other related fields.

● Experience tutoring or teaching students in a classroom setting
● Experience working with low-income and/or first generation high school students or diverse populations.

● First Aid and CPR certified required or obtained before start date. Dates of employment: Training: June 11-13 Summer Program: June 16- July 17

● Class Dates are from June 16th - July 17th (Dates may be subject to change)

● This is in person. USC Campus

● Pay Rate is $30.00/Hourly Interested candidates must email cover letter & resume to cruzvero@usc.edu