Thomaston Upward Bound: Part-Time Summer Teachers Assistant

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Job Summary

Atlanta Metropolitan State College, a four-year degree-granting institution of the University System of Georgia, is accepting applications for Part-time Teacher’s Assistant for the Fulton County Upward Bound 6-week Summer Enrichment Program. Teacher’s Assistants (TA) are responsible for the well-being of Upward Bound (UB) students and supporting UB instructors. Counseling, academic tutoring, and developing interactive activities are all facets of this responsibility. TA are expected to keep close contact with the students in all aspects of community life. The TA will report to the Director of Fulton County Upward Bound.

Responsibilities

• Supervises students at all times to ensure general safety and compliance of program rules.
• Supervises student's daily schedule of activities. Assists in coordinating and providing oversight of students during planned Upward Bound activities.
• Helps to maintain an efficient and effective operation. Assists with physical training/team sports/leisure activities, etc.
• Handles minor problems and refers all others to the appropriate Upward Bound staff.
• Monitors students during classes and ensures that a learning environment is created during study sessions.
• Supervises students at recreational activities, field trips, and outings.
• Provide assistance with daytime and evening programs as needed.
• Assists other staff with any other responsibilities.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma required Associates and Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Ability to work with diverse and under served students.

Preferred Qualifications

• Interest in working with adolescents and excels in a team setting
• Interpersonal skills, sensitivity to the needs of the disadvantaged, and commitment to the goals of Upward Bound
• Intangible traits such reliability, flexibility, effective communication, trustworthiness, motivation, leadership qualities and a positive attitude
• Preference will be given to candidates with similar backgrounds as program participant

Proposed Salary Stipend up to $1000

Required Documents to Attach

Interested persons should submit, (1) a letter of application; (2) copies of all college transcripts; (candidates selected for interview will be required to provide official copies of all college transcripts) (3) a detailed resume; (4) the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three professional references. A criminal background check is required.

Other Information

Positions are available beginning June 1st, 2026, and ending on June 5th, 2026 and June 15th