PROMISE Program Assistant (Metro East)

Illinois Mathematics And Science Academy

Job Location:

Belleville, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 6 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Overview

Overview:

IMSA is committed to equity and excellence including the active recruitment of students from all areas of Illinois. IMSAs PROMISE Program addresses the unique challenges of culturally linguistically and economically diverse (CLED) students who have an interest in STEM education by providing academic enrichment programming at low to no cost. This grant-funded program is open to all students especially Black or African American students Latinx students students who qualify for the national free or reduced-price meal program as well as students from rural Illinois counties.

Belleville Campus

Currently we are seeking a Program Assistant for the Spring 2026 PROMISE Program which serves non-IMSA students currently enrolled in the 7th grade. The program will run on 8 designated Saturday sessions.

Program Dates and Details:

Expected work hours are Saturdays 8:00AM - 1:00PM as well as additional dates/times (TBD) for program preparations
Maximum number of participants:

7th Grade: 50

Session Dates:

February 28Parent Orientation
March 7
March 14
March 21
March 28
April 11
April 18
April 25

Program Schedule:

Three 50 minute classes each session consisting of approximately 17 students per class.
Schedule:

Class 1: 9:00 AM - 9:50 AM
Class 2: 10:05 AM - 10:55 AM
Class 3: 11:10 AM - 12:00 PM

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Attend all scheduled Saturday program sessions including orientation
Supervision duties begin the moment the first tutor arrives until the last student departs at the conclusion of the program
Provide support during each session: check in classroom setup transitions etc.
Attend all preparation meetings such as tutor training
Assist Program Manager in gathering materials as needed
Serve as liaison with parents regarding safety security or emotional concerns as needed
Evaluate program effectiveness to develop improved methods
All other duties as assigned

Qualifications

This position pays $20.00 per hour. This position is not benefits eligible.

OverviewOverview:IMSA is committed to equity and excellence including the active recruitment of students from all areas of Illinois. IMSAs PROMISE Program addresses the unique challenges of culturally linguistically and economically diverse (CLED) students who have an interest in STEM education by p...