Upward Bounds MentorTeacher

Job Announcement

Position: Mentor/Teacher

The St. Johns University Upward Bound Program provides fundamental support to participants from Long Island City High School in their preparation for college entrance. The program provides opportunities for participants to succeed in their pre-college performance andultimately intheir higher education pursuits. Upward Bound serves high school students from low-incomefamilies;and high school students from families in which neither parent holds a bachelors degree. The goal of Upward Bound is to increase the rate at which participants complete secondary education and enroll in and graduate from institutions of postsecondary education.

The St. Johns University Upward Bound program is currently seeking(3) Mentors/Teachersfor our summerprogram which will be held atSt. Johns University.The summer program willbegin onJuly7thand end onAugust6th.Mentors/Teachers who are hired will alsohave the opportunity towork 10-15 hours a week during the school year.

Key Responsibilities:

• Teach summer school classes as per schedule (attend class trips).

• Teach yoga and Mindfulness classes if you have your95 or200 hour certification.

• Tutor students on what they need support in (i.e.ELAMath or Social Studies).

• Meet with students to discuss academiccollege and career goals.

• Provide advice and guidance on credit accumulation corerequirements and academic persistence.

• Meet monthly with guidance counselor/s collegeadvisor and other key stakeholders to discuss student progress.

• Assist with career preparation summer job placement and student working papers.

• Prepare and deliver presentations and workshops on various socio-emotional academiccollege and career related topics.

• Maintainaccuratestudent records and reportsand provide individual and small group counseling to a caseload of no more the 60 participants.

• Create andmaintain students academic schedules and graduation plans.

• Offer guidance on extracurricular activities that can enrich students educational experience.

• Connect students with resources for academic and socio-emotional support such as tutoring or counseling services.

• Communicate with parents or guardians about students academic progress.

• Attend professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge and skills related to student advising

• Encourage students to pursue higher education or vocational opportunities after graduation.

Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Skill in interviewing and advising.

• Skill in verbal and written communication.

• Abilityto work as part of a team.

• Superior interpersonal and critical thinking skills.

• Adherenceto strict confidentiality and other ethical standards.

• Ability to be clearlystudent-focusedonphilosophy and purpose.

• Proven abilityto manage stress well and be flexible in a changing fast paced environment.

Education:

• Currentlyhasamastersorispursuingamastersdegree in education school counseling mental health or social work.

• At least a bachelors degree in education counseling or related academic field.

• NYC Public Schoolteachers certified in Yoga and Mindfulness are encouragedto apply.

Desired Skills & Experience:

• At least one year of studentadvisingexperience;or any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge skills and abilities have been achieved.

• Two years of experience collaborating with high school students or young adults from disadvantaged backgrounds (low-income/first generation) in an academic or career service counseling capacity preferred. Bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

• Prospective candidates mustsubmita background check.

MUST be available to work Monday Thursday12:00 pm-4:30pm some Saturdays as needed.

Dates of employment:Academic school year 2026

Pay: $54 perhr

Hours:20hours per week

Job location: St. Johns University 8000 Utopia Pkwy Jamaica NY 11439

How to Apply:

If you would like to be a member of our dynamic team pleasesubmityour résumé and a thoughtful cover letter that explains your interest in the role and our organization to

Program Director: Robert Alexander

robert.alexander@

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