JOB TITLE: Tutor-Counselor/Resident Assistant

JOB CODE NUMBER:  UB2035

DEPARTMENT:         Upward Bound

ASSIGNMENT:          The successful candidate will provide supervision to all Upward Bound participants, approximately eight (8) to ten (10) students.  The candidate will live-in the residence hall; plan and/or supervise extra-curricular activities; assist students with academic assignments; supervise students during library and lab studies; monitor visitors’ access to the residence hall and students whereabouts; clarify and enforce Upward Bound policies and procedures with special emphasis on guidelines for student conduct; and perform other clerical duties as assigned by administrative staff or resident coordinator.

QUALIFICATIONS

& REQUIREMENTS:

• Should have a minimum 2.50 overall GPA at an accredited institution; subject area for tutoring must be strong - at least a B average.

• Demonstrate maturity and good leadership, organizational, communication and social skills;

• Must commit to being a positive role model and helping students prepare for college;

• Must participate in on-site training – week of June 11 (room & board included);

• Cannot have alternate employment or attend college courses during the allotted time for the Upward Bound Summer 2008 Residential Program.

  COMPENSATION:    The salary for this position is $1,785.00 for six weeks.

APPLICATION

PROCEDURES:        In order to be considered please submit an Upward Bound employment application, cover letter, résumé, a copy of High School Diploma or GED, official college transcript(s), and three (3) letters of recommendation to: Upward Bound Office, CA Building, Room 100H/F, University of the Virgin Islands, #2 John Brewers Bay, St. Thomas, VI 00802-9990.   For additional information, please call (340) 693-1130.

APPLICATION

DEADLINE:                May 12, 2008