Summer Academic Assistant for Upward Bound

Independence Community College

Job Location:

Independence, MO - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 8 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Independence Community College
Position Announcement
Summer Academic Assistant for Upward Bound Program

Independence Community College (ICC) seeks applications for the position of Summer Academic Assistant for the Upward Bound Program. Upward Bound is funded 100% by the U.S. Department of Education.

Position Summary

The Academic Assistant (AA) will provide/assist the Program Coordinator in overseeing classes study hall and tutoring for the Upward Bound participants (local high school students) during the 5-week summer program and help plan and chaperone the end-of-program overnight trip. This is a seasonal position beginning Tuesday May 19th and ending Thursday June 25th with typical hours being 9:00AM-5:00PM Mondays-Wednesdays and 9:00AM-2:00PM Thursdays except for 3 8AM-5PM training/preparation days (May 19th-21st). The Academic Assistant is not required to reside in the residence hall or to assist with the end-of-program overnight trip.

Compensation

$2200 less taxes

Qualifications

Associate degree preferred but will consider current degree-seeking students with at least one year relevant experience

Must have a valid drivers license

Must demonstrate excellent interpersonal and leadership skills

Must demonstrate a sensitivity to and strong interest working with educationally and economically disadvantaged students

Prefer a grade point average of 3.0 or above

Prefer a person with background similar to that of target population

Prefer a person with experience tutoring/working with high school students

Primary Responsibilities

Assist Program Coordinator and Summerfest Instructors with sign in sheets grading classroom activity preparation and execution etc. as needed

Oversee afternoon study hall and tutoring Mondays-Wednesdays

Attend resident assistant training in person on 05/19-05/21 and regular staff meetings during the summer program as scheduled

Follow and enforce ICC and Upward Bound policies and procedures

Supervise and engage with participants

Work closely with the Summerfest instructors Head RA RAs Upward Bound staff and other ICC staff to execute and supervise all Summerfest classes and study hall

Maintain accurate documentation

Serve as a positive role model for all Upward Bound participants

Perform other duties as assigned

Primary Functions

Ability to communicate effectively with participants staff and community

Assure timeliness of reports and communications with information management skills

Collaborative collegial and responsible work habits

High degree of ethical standards including adherence to general rules of safety confidentiality procedures and fair labor standards

Commitment to high professional standard including professional growth

Time management skills and a high degree of organizational skills

Ability to manage multiple deadlines tasks projects and assignments

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the Summer Academic Assistant for the Upward Bound Program position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Position generally requires light work with occasional lifting of up to (30) pounds or more carrying supplies equipment

This position requires the ability to sit or stand or walk for extended and various periods of time. It also requires constant hand grasp and finger dexterity; extended standing walking and repetitive leg and arm movements; occasional bending; reaching forward sidetoside downward and overhead; and squatting and kneeling

The ability to effectively learn new computer programs and applications as necessary; the ability to effectively troubleshoot changing computer software issues

The ability to communicate clearly with small or large groups of people with an excellent comprehension of the English language is essential

Work is performed primarily in an indoor setting

Provide own transportation to and from campus and appropriate licensing to operate college vehicles

Provide own cell phone and calling plan

Compensation: $2200.00 per year

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Independence Community College (ICC)is a two-year educational institution accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. It was established in 1925 as grades 13 and 14 of the Independencepublic school 1967 Independence Community College legally separated from the school district. Construction of the new community college on a 68 acre campus formerly the Independence Country Club began in 1969. Classes at the new site began in September 1970. ICC campus is now home to the Academic Building Fine Arts Building Student Union Cessna Learning Center Field House Administration BuildingWilliam Inge Center for the Artsfitness center athletic practice fields disc golf course 96-bed multi-structure living complex and a 200 bed residence hall.

By renovating a donated building in 2010 we expanded our college to include ICC West (2615 West Main Street). This campus is located on the west side of Independence and is home to our technical programs: Allied Health Cosmetology and GED/ renovations were completed in 2012 to accomodate our newest program Veterinary Technology. This state-of-the-art facility includes animal wards a classroom lab surgery pharmacy prep roomsmall animal treatment food prep grooming and radiology.

ICC also maintains presence downtown through the ICC Foundation office and by partnering with the Independence Business Resource Center.

Currently our educational and support programming includes 35programs of studyfor Associates of Arts and/or Science degrees 11 programs of study for Certificate completion Student Support Services Upward Bound mens and womens athletic programs and a variety of campus organizations and activities.

Mission Statement

Independence Community College serves the best interests of students and the community by providing academic excellence while promoting cultural enrichment and economic development.

Vision Statement

To be a community college that provides an exceptional educational experience by cultivating intellect encouraging creativity and enhancing character in a student and community centered environment.

Core Values

Integrity:ICC holds its employees and students accountable to be honest ethical and transparent.
Excellence:ICC demonstrates continuous quality improvement in academics and services offered to students and other stakeholders.
Responsiveness:ICC looks to the future by responding to the emerging needs of its stakeholders.
Diversity/Enrichment:ICC provides an environment that values uniqueness while promoting personal growth through creativity and innovation.
Commitment:ICC commits to making decisions that best serve its students and community.

Required Experience:

Junior IC

Independence Community CollegePosition AnnouncementSummer Academic Assistant for Upward Bound ProgramIndependence Community College (ICC) seeks applications for the position of Summer Academic Assistant for the Upward Bound Program. Upward Bound is funded 100% by the U.S. Department of Education.Pos...