Upward Bound Mentor - PTT

TRIO Upward Bound is a federally funded college preparatory program supporting high school students who would be the first person in their family to attend college (“first generation”) and/or come from a household meeting federal income guidelines. It provides free academic tutoring, mentoring, counseling, and summer workshops to increase college enrollment and graduation rates. The program aims to build essential skills for success in post-secondary education.

Under the general direction and supervision of the Director of the TRIO Upward Bound (UB) Program, the Mentor is responsible for helping to supervise and support high school students (rising 9 – 12 graders) as they develop academic and social skills during the UB Summer Program.

This is a part-time, temporary position. Scheduled dates for the 2026 summer program are May 26 – July 2, 2026, including a 4-day out-of-state trip. The Mentor’s hours during summer programming will be scheduled May 26 – June 26, Mondays – Fridays, based on a rotation between the hours of 7:30 am – 4:00 pm, and include a paid lunch on site. Tentative dates for the summer trip are June 29 – July 2, with all travel, hotel, 3 daily meals, and necessary admissions (museum visits, etc.) paid.

The contracted rate for the 6-week summer program is $3,150.

• Provide supervision and guidance to high school students during class time, group activities, community service, college visits, and out-of-state trips by helping guide good academic and social habits and redirecting unacceptable behaviors when necessary. Promote respect and kindness between students.

• Work independently with and be responsible for an assigned group of students during “Team Time,” Community Service, college visits, and during the summer trip.

• On a rotating basis, drive an SCC 12-passenger van to transport students between Southern High School / Fairbury High School to the SCC Beatrice campus before and after the daily program.

• Drive a 12-passenger van to transport students to local community service sites and to college visits at various locations.

• Assist instructors, including but not limited to classroom activities, supervision, redirection of behavior, and constructive feedback to students.

• Assist Upward Bound staff with activities such as taking class attendance, taking pictures, creating a summer memory book, leading activities and projects, making copies, and making classroom deliveries to instructors.

• Serve as a responsible role model for high school students.

• Maintain consistent and clear communication with Upward Bound staff.

• Other duties as assigned.

Support and promote an environment of belonging where all students, faculty members, and college employees feel welcomed, valued, and empowered to contribute. Foster a community where each individual and their varied perspectives enrich the educational experience and create a safe and respectful environment. Support the College’s policies and programming related to access, fair employment, and equal opportunities for all.