Summer 2008 Program Staff Positions
June 28 - August 2, 2008 Position
| Status
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| Education & Youth Development Fellowship | Presently Accepting Application Summer 08' |
| Residential Supervisor | Presently Accepting Application Summer 08' |
Summer Instructors
| Presently Accepting Application Summer 08' |
| Summer Tutors (paid, work-study or volunteer) | Presently Accepting Application Summer 08' |
Education and Youth Development Counselor Counselor Description
The Urban Scholars summer residential program serves 60 students, and consists of two week on the City College campus plus a 3-4 week residential experience on then campus of SUNY Maritime College. Participants at SUNY Maritime live on-campus Sunday evenings through Friday afternoons, and return home during the weekends. Summer fellows work with students who are engaged in academic courses, study hall, educational workshops and electives, community service, recreation, and cultural/educational field trips. Fellows will be responsible for planning and implementing most aspects of the summer program, including designing and teaching the community service and elective workshops, supervising and tutoring during study hall, attending and monitoring all field trips, implementing recreational activities, and providing mentoring and informal advising to the students. Additionally, because Urban Scholars is a residential camp for young people, counselors, fellows are expected to be on-call 24 hours a day while students are on campus.
Selection Criteria
- the extent to which this experience would enhance a candidate's understanding of issues in education and youth development
- a demonstrated commitment to social justice
- sound judgment, dependability and maturity
- demonstrated initiative and leadership
- experience leading small group activities with youth
- ability to relate to and communicate with students of diverse backgrounds and differing maturity levels
Application Process
Counselor applications are due May 23rd at noon.
Applications are available now. You can pick one up in, or download a pdf copy
application and instructions Residential Supervisor Position Description
An important component of Urban Scholars is the five-week Summer Program, where students commute to City College and live on the SUNY Maritime College campus participating in college-preparatory courses and other enrichment activities. The Residential Supervisor plays an intricate role in fostering the values of the Urban Scholars program through the residential environment. She/he serves as a member of the Professional Staff team and co-supervises the four-six Youth & Education counselors. Responsibilities include:
- Co-supervise and train fellows, particularly in the areas of community building and emergency procedures;
- Utilize student development models to direct staff in their programming efforts and assist students with disciplinary issues;
- Promote diversity and community building activities;
- Oversee area office during business hours;
- Develop and implement programs/workshops for high school participants;
- Maintain ongoing communication with students, staff, supervisor, and appropriate campus officials regarding activities and incidents that occur within the residence hall;
- Provide encouragement and motivation for students regarding their academic priorities;
- Assume evening on-call responsibilities for residential facilities (60 students); and
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Selection Criteria
- Bachelors degree;
- Excellent communication and team building skills;
- Sensitivity to multicultural issues and supportive of the creation of a diverse environment;
- Strong planning and organizational abilities;
- Prior experience with residential programs;
- Prior experience working with youth;
- Previous supervisory experience preferred.
Time Commitment & Compensation
The 2008 Summer Program officially begins on Monday, June 28 and ends on Friday, August 2. All summer staff are required to attend staff training, from Monday, June 18 through Friday, June 21. The Residential Supervisor is on-call 24 hours a day, from Sunday evenings to Friday afternoons. (Participants may leave campus on Friday afternoons and return on Sunday evenings). The Residential Supervisor will receive a stipend of $2,000.00 and housing will be provided from Sunday, June 28 through Saturday, August 2, 2008. Room and Board is included when participants are present.
Application Process
Click here to download
application and instructions.
Summer Instructors Position Description
Summer instructors are responsible for developing and teaching a high school level introductory course or courses in Science, Math, Foreign Language, English, Social Sciences, SAT Preparation, or Study Skills. Instructors are also responsible for:
- Developing innovative and interactive instructional programs to engage students
- Assessing the unique learning styles of students
- Utilizing a Undergraduate Teacher's Assistant
- Providing academic advising to students, as needed
- Maintaining attendance, grade, and evaluation records on assigned students
- Preparing weekly lesson plans and homework schedules
- Preparing weekly and cumulative narrative and letter grade evaluations
- Serving as a role model/mentor for program participants
- Participating in all staff trainings and meetings
- Participating in parent and student summer program orientations
- Selection Criteria
- Prior experience working in a teaching capacity in a secondary or postsecondary institution or setting (New York State-eligible teaching credential preferred)
- Familiarity with and sensitivity to the unique learning issues associated with low-income and/ or potential first-generation college bound youth
- Ability to establish and maintain a good rapport with program participants
- Strong listening, verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to initiate, organize and set priorities for multiple assignments while working independently and as part of a team
- Individuals with educational and/or economic background similar to the participants strongly encouraged to apply
Application Process
Click here to download a PDF copy of the
job description and application instructions. Applications are due on a rolling basis until filled (anticipated date - May 30th).
Summer Tutors Position Description
Summer tutors assist students with homework and study skills during evening study hall hours. More details will be posted in April. This is a volunteer or work-study position.
Selection Criteria
- Enthusiastic and energetic
- Interest in or prior experience with tutoring or mentoring youth
- Some experience with students from diverse background
Application Process
Please email us at
urbanscholars@ccny.cuny.edu if you are interested in tutoring for us this summer!
