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Upward Bound Math and Science Residential Mentor

The Pennsylvania State University
remote work
United States, Pennsylvania, Erie
Jan 14, 2025
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click "Apply" and complete the application process for external applicants. Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional information on remote work at Penn State, seeNotice to Out of State Applicants. JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS: Penn State Behrend's Youth Education Outreach Office is seeking Residential Mentors (RMs) for the 2024 Summer Upward Bound Math and Science (UBMS) program, which will be held June 24th - August 2nd. The 2024 Upward Bound Math and Science program will host students at the Penn State Behrend campus during a six-week residential camp and offer a taste of college life as well as assistance with academic courses. UBMS is a federally funded program that prepares low-income, first-generation high school students for future success in college. Preferred candidates will have experience working with youth in a residential setting. Responsibilities include: Establishing a supportive, encouraging, and welcoming environment in the residence hall; serving as a role model who exhibits sound judgement, maturity, and common sense Ensuring the well-being and safety of all students and other staff members Enforcing UBMS and university regulations in a consistent and objective manner Working with a small group of students to complete an assigned project Planning and leading academic, social, and recreational activities Providing tutoring (where needed) and attending classes with students Working closely with the program's Instructors, office staff, and other individuals Chaperoning groups of students as they participate in activities both on and off campus Monitoring study hours and tutoring sessions for students Attending weekly staff meetings Completing program documentation and evaluations by established deadlines Performing regular monitoring duties such as free time check in, meal check in, and sick duty as scheduled Assisting with cleanup of the residence hall at the end of the summer program This job requires the following 3 publicly available clearances: * PA State Police Criminal Background Check * PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form * FBI Criminal Background Check The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancingdiversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms. We embrace individualuniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversityinitiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society andnature, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a corestrength and an essential element of our public service mission. CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS: Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here. Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. EEO IS THE LAW Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473. Federal Contractors Labor Law Poster PA State Labor Law Poster Affirmative Action Penn State Policies Copyright Information Hotlines Erie, PA