The Office of Upward Bound is seeking students for employment. This position is funded by the university. All undergraduate students looking for employment are welcome to make application for this position. Please see below the specific duties and responsibilities for this role.

Multiple positions are open for dynamic, versatile and committed Mentors /Tutors/ Chaperones for the Upward Bound academic program at Fitchburg State University. The position includes tutoring and supervising local high school students within an academic and cultural pre-college program. Excellent resume building experience ? All majors are encouraged to apply.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES

• Actively work with staff in implementation, supervision, and support of youth in all phases of programming activities
• Support students and staff in academic workshops
• Tutor and supervise 10-12 students during tutoring/study sessions
• Provide mentoring to potentially First-Generation College students
• Supervise and maintain order among youth at all times
• Attend all staff meetings and maintain records
• Drive youth in 12-passenger van to special activities and field trips

• 30 college credit hours (minimum), GPA 2.8
• Experience with youth programs preferred
• Demonstrates sensitivity to the needs of limited income and the targeted youth population
• Demonstrates ability to work in a team setting
• Driver's license strongly encouraged - available Saturday hours require driving of campus vans
• Must be able to pass a CORI and FSU driver verification
• Strong leadership abilities, interpersonal communication skills, and tutoring experience a plus

Shift Information: This is a student only posting. Shift will vary based on student schedules and the pay is $15 per hour.

SHIFT AVAILABILITY

Thursdays, hours vary by scheduled activity, 1:30 - 7:00pm (required)

Saturdays, hours vary by scheduled activity, 8:00am - 4:00pm (optional)