Summer Assistant

ABOUT TRIO UPWARD BOUND:

The Upward Bound Program is grant-funded through the U.S. Department of Education and works with high school students to help them prepare for post-secondary education, serving approximately 60 students from Ben Davis Ninth Grade Center and Ben Davis High School. Throughout the academic year, students receive individualized advising, tutoring, workshops, and more. The goal of Upward Bound is to increase the rate at which participants complete high school and attend and complete post-secondary education. During the summer, Upward Bound hosts Summer Academy, a six-week program for students to take academic and college courses at Ivy Tech Community College Indianapolis and participate in college and career readiness activities.

GENERAL PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF THE POSITION:

The Program Assistant will support programming, students, and staff during Summer Academy by building mentor relationships with students, contributing to program preparation and implementation, and being an overall support to staff and students. Summer Academy is scheduled June 3- July 12, 2024.

Who We Are:

We are a diverse open-access college that fuels Indiana’s economy through excellence in teaching and proactive engagement with industry and community partners, embedded in a culture of innovation that empowers all students to learn and succeed. We are “higher education at the speed of life!”

Our Values:

• Empathy: We stand with our students, partners, and communities.
• Integrity: We treat all with dignity and respect.
• Accountability: We deliver on our commitments.
• Agility: We innovate, iterate, and transform.
• Connectivity: We connect with partners to strengthen communities and ensure student success for all.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
Student-Facing

• Provide direct supervision and support to Upward Bound program participants during scheduled activities: classes, workshops, programs, and field trips.
• Foster a positive and inclusive environment that encourages student growth.
• Address and resolve any issues or concerns related to participant behavior, academic progress, safety, or health through problem solving, conflict management, and communication with staff.
• Build relationships with students and serve as a mentor and positive role model by offering guidance and support in academic and personal development.

Staff-Collaboration

• Assist in the coordination and execution of program logistics.
• Assist in maintaining program records and documents.
• Attend required training of the program or partner institutions (Ben Davis High School and Ivy Tech Community College).

LEARNING OUTCOMES AND OBJECTIVES:
Students will demonstrate:

1. An ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment through professionalism, communication, critical thinking, and problem solving.
2. An ability to maintain organizational records.
3. An ability to build mentor and professional relationships.

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This is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other relevant duties associated with this position may be assigned. All responsibilities will be conducted within the parameters of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), other applicable regulatory requirements, and professional standards.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Director of TRIO Upward Bound
SUPERVISION GIVEN: N/A

 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma and some college
• Must be available for training in late May and for the duration of the program (June 3 through July 12) including occasional overnight field trips 
• Must be a responsible individual with good interpersonal skills who enjoys working with adolescents from diverse economic, social, and cultural backgrounds
• Exceptional organization, communication, and collaboration skills
• Pass criminal background check
• Must demonstrate the ability to promote an inclusive environment that reflects the broad diversity and backgrounds represented by our students and employees in which every individual feels respected and valued.

CLASSIFICATION: N-2

Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, includin