TRIO Upward Bound Classroom Assistant

Job Title: TRIO Upward Bound Classroom Assistant

Classification:Student Employee (non-exempt)

Name and Address of Employer:St. Olaf College 1520 St. Olaf Ave Northfield MN 55057

If the position requires the student to work off campus provide the name and address here:N/A

Department Name: TRIO Upward Bound

Unit Number (5 digits): 51527

Length of Position:See Employment Authorization

Contact Person/Supervisor:Upward Bound Program Director

Wage Range: $11.75-12.75/hour

Description of the Position: (Purpose of the Position): Upward Bound hosts approximately 120 UB students on campus each summer for an annual six-week academic residential summer program. Students live in a residence hall from Sunday evening to Friday afternoon returning home every weekend. Classroom assistants work to supportLead Teachers in classes offered throughout the summer and work with their Leads and students Monday through Friday.

Transferable Skills:

• Attention to Detail
• Demonstrate Dependability and Adaptability
• Use innovative thinking to go beyond traditional methods
• Build strong positive working relationships with supervisor team members and students

• Inspire persuade and motivate self and others under a shared vision

Duties and Responsibilities:Assist Lead Teachers in curriculum development Assist Lead Teachers in instruction and teaching in assigned curriculum areas Correct and evaluate student work when appropriate Play active role in classroom programming Maintain a safe and healthy classroom environment Participate in extracurricular activities when appropriate Ensure students/staff are following all St. Olaf and UB rules and guidelines Attend staff meetings and complete other duties as assigned

Qualifications: (Education/Experience/Skills) Currently enrolled at St. Olaf College Ability to establish good rapport with students and UB staff Experience with and ability to relate with others (high school students) Sensitive to target population and committed to program objectives and goals Strong background in subject areas Excellent study habits and experience tutoring

This job description is for general information purposes. It is not intended to list all duties and responsibilities of the position. This job description is subject to change at any time by St. Olaf College with or without prior notice.

Physical and Environmental Factors
(Indicate frequency required in a typical shift for this position.)

Travel: 0% of time Operate Hand Tools:YesNo Operate Equipment/Machinery:YesNo

Required Dress Attire: Business Casual Business Formal Uniform Other: Smart Casual

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