Northeastern University
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About Mills Institute @ Northeastern University – TRIO Upward Bound
Upward Bound (UB) is a federally funded college preparatory program that offers assistance to low-income and first-generation college-bound students. The focus of Upward Bound is to develop skills needed for a college education. UB is dedicated to helping participating students graduate from high school with a solid foundation, including completion of required coursework and a strong GPA, necessary for entering college. Upward Bound continues to support participants to ensure continued college enrollment and, ultimately, graduation.
The Mills Institute @ Northeastern University Upward Bound program has played an integral role in the Oakland Unified School District for the last 50 years and is now beginning a relationship with the West Contra Costa Unified School District to continue building and expanding close relationships with eligible students and their families. The program’s ultimate goal is to equip students with the skills and motivation necessary for college graduation.
Job Summary
The Upward Bound Program Assistant provides administrative support to the Upward Bound program and works directly under the supervision of the Upward Bound Director and/or Office Manager. This position reports to the Director, Associate Director, and/or Office Manager and does not supervise staff. This is a temporary position through May 2027 with the possibility of extension or renewal for the 2027–2028 academic year. Compensation is $20 per hour for up to 25 hours per week. The position may require travel.
Provide administrative support, including maintaining a library of college information for students, filing, and managing phone and email communications
Assist with maintaining student records
Assist with maintaining inventory of office and program supplies and organize storage rooms
Assist with preparing program communications, including phone calls, email correspondence, flyers, and social media content
Maintain office space, event aesthetics, program snacks/meals, and overall cleanliness
Monitor student program spaces and support the enforcement of program expectations
Pick up and deliver program snacks and supplies as needed
Support the after-school program, including availability to work until 6:30 p.m.
Create weekly Wednesday events for the after-school program
Demonstrate knowledge of and support for program mission, vision, values, standards, policies, procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior
Attend staff training, program activities, and the final teacher evaluation closing session; dates will be announced prior to hiring
Assist with student recruitment activities at target schools
Assist with and attend program orientations, training sessions, field trips, and meetings
Attend weekend and evening events as needed
Lead and/or substitute teach Saturday college workshops
Perform related duties as assigned by the Program Director, Associate Director, or Office Manager
Required
High School Diploma
Demonstrated proficiency in a related field
Inspirational and culturally aware, with demonstrated knowledge of and experience addressing challenges faced by low-income and first-generation students
Knowledge of child and adolescent development and different learning styles
Ability to work effectively with students from diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, linguistic, and ethnic backgrounds
Ability to drive as required for program activities
Ability to sit for extended periods while working on a computer with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
Ability to work extended hours during overnight travel and while serving as an on-call chaperone during trips
Ability to manage multiple activities and services with varying deadlines and priorities
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Required Documents
Resume
Position Type
Temporary
Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.
Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
This job is for a current or anticipated job vacancy.
$20/hour
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