Upward Bound Program Assistant
About the Opportunity
About Mills Institute @ Northeastern University - TRIO Upward
Bound
Upward Bound (UB) is a federally funded college preparatory program
that offers assistance to low-income and first-generation
college-bound students. The focus of Upward Bound is to develop
skills needed for a college education. UB is dedicated to helping
participating students graduate from high school with a solid
foundation, including completion of required coursework and a
strong GPA, necessary for entering college. Upward Bound continues
to support participants to ensure continued college enrollment and,
ultimately, graduation.
The Mills Institute @ Northeastern University Upward Bound program
has played an integral role in the Oakland Unified School District
for the last 50 years and is now beginning a relationship with the
West Contra Costa Unified School District to continue building and
expanding close relationships with eligible students and their
families. The program's ultimate goal is to equip students with the
skills and motivation necessary for college graduation.
Job Summary
The Upward Bound Program Assistant provides administrative support
to the Upward Bound program and works directly under the
supervision of the Upward Bound Director and/or Office Manager.
This position reports to the Director, Associate Director, and/or
Office Manager and does not supervise staff. This is a temporary
position through May 2027 with the possibility of extension or
renewal for the [contact details available in the full listing] academic year. Compensation is $20 per
hour for up to 25 hours per week. The position may require
travel.
Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities
- Provide administrative support, including maintaining a library
of college information for students, filing, and managing phone and
email communications
Assist with maintaining student records
Assist with maintaining inventory of office and program
supplies and organize storage rooms
Assist with preparing program communications, including phone
calls, email correspondence, flyers, and social media content
Maintain office space, event aesthetics, program snacks/meals,
and overall cleanliness
Monitor student program spaces and support the enforcement of
program expectations
Pick up and deliver program snacks and supplies as needed
Support the after-school program, including availability to
work until 6:30 p.m.
Create weekly Wednesday events for the after-school
program
Demonstrate knowledge of and support for program mission,
vision, values, standards, policies, procedures, operating
instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical
behavior
Attend staff training, program activities, and the final
teacher evaluation closing session; dates will be announced prior
to hiring
Assist with student recruitment activities at target
schools
Assist with and attend program orientations, training sessions,
field trips, and meetings
Attend weekend and evening events as needed
Lead and/or substitute teach Saturday college workshops
Perform related duties as assigned by the Program Director,
Associate Director, or Office Manager
Minimum Qualifications
Required
- High School Diploma
- Demonstrated proficiency in a related field
- Inspirational and culturally aware, with demonstrated knowledge
of and experience addressing challenges faced by low-income and
first-generation students
- Knowledge of child and adolescent development and different
learning styles
- Ability to work effectively with students from diverse
academic, socioeconomic, cultural, linguistic, and ethnic
backgrounds
- Ability to drive as required for program activities
- Ability to sit for extended periods while working on a computer
with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
- Ability to work extended hours during overnight travel and
while serving as an on-call chaperone during trips
- Ability to manage multiple activities and services with varying
deadlines and priorities
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Required Documents
Position Type
Temporary
Additional Information
Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work
experience, education and skills when extending an offer.
Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit
eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid
time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as
well as commuting & transportation. Visit
https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for
more information.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, religion,
color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability
status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable
law.
This job is for a current or anticipated job vacancy.
Pay Rate:
$20/hour
To apply, visit https://northeastern.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/careers/job/Oakland-CA/Upward-Bound-Program-Assistant_R141233
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