Hiring Senior
Seminar Instructor for Summer Residential Program
Program
Dates: June
8-July 17, 2015
The Upward Bound
Summer Residential program is an intense academic, social, and cultural
experience for high school students from 5 LAUSD high schools. The purpose of
the program is to assist first-generation, college-bound high school students
to prepare to succeed in postsecondary education. This summer, Upward Bound is
looking to hire 1 instructor to teach a Senior Seminar course to the program’s
rising seniors.
Job
Description
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Prepare the program’s high school seniors for
college readiness through creative and engaging lessons
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Impart financial aid knowledge including FAFSA,
grants, and scholarships
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Prepare students for the college application
process, discussing eligibility for UC, CSU, and private institutions
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Assist students in identifying 4 UCs, 4 CSUs,
and 2 private institutions to which they qualify for and would like to apply to
during their senior year
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Assist students with UC personal statements
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Impart knowledge regarding services and
resources available to students at the postsecondary level
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Help students develop/hone skills necessary for
college success such as study skills, self-advocacy, and time management
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Assess student knowledge via pre and post
testing, quizzes, projects, etc.
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Report student progress and behavior to UB staff
including program director and program coordinators
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Attend weekly staff meetings
Qualifications
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Knowledge and/or professional experience in the
college preparation process
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Must have experience working with high school
students
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Must have a bachelor’s degree
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Must have a valid driver's license
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Must enjoy working with high school-aged
students
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Available to work Monday through Friday between
the hours of 8:30 AM and 3:30 PM
Starting Rate: $25/hour
How to Apply:
Submit a resume and
cover letter to Monica Hernandez mvhernan@usc.edu.
Deadline: Friday, May 8th
at 11:59 PM
