TRIO Upward Bound Bridge Student Teaching Assistant

Job Title: TRIO Upward Bound Bridge Student Teaching 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 25 recent high school graduates 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. Bridge assistants attend the Bridge course with UB students and assist the Bridge Coordinator and St. Olaf faculty with the delivery of course materials and understanding. Assist staff also co-teach supplemental courses to support the UB Summer Bridge program and coordinate and facilitate weekly study hall sessions.

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 oneself and others under a shared vision

Duties and Responsibilities: Assist Bridge Coordinator and St. Olaf faculty member Assist with curriculum development Assist with instruction and teaching in assigned curriculum areas Correct give feedback and evaluate student work when appropriate Play active role in Bridge programming (supplemental instruction study hall course) Maintain a safe and healthy residential experience and environment Maintain a safe and healthy day-programming experience. Participate in recreational and 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 student population and committed to program objectives and goals Strong background in subject areas Excellent study habits and tutoring experience

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: 10% of time Operate Hand Tools: Yes No Operate Equipment/Machinery: Yes No

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

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