Opportunity Scholarships and Outreach Programs at Northeastern University is currently interviewing for Graduate Assistants and/or Interns for the Summer Immersion Program Coordinators (2 positions).
The Office of Opportunity Scholarships and Outreach Programs (OSOP) at Northeastern University is committed to serving nearly 200 first-generation, low-income students of diverse backgrounds through student programming and holistic support services beginning with a pre-college summer immersion and following each student through graduation and alumni services. The office works as a team to practice student-centered advising, life-skills coaching, holistic support, and retention plans through five different scholarship programs geared toward the specific needs of first-generation, low-income students at a rigorous five-year university. The unit manages the non-cognitive selection process for the competitive Torch Scholars Program, where 400 students from across the nation apply for a full scholarship and support services. A cohort of 13 scholars is selected each year.
Descriptions of Available Positions:
Two Graduate Assistants are needed to manage the day-to-day program of a 6-week summer immersion program for 13 first-generation college students in the Torch Scholars Program. Graduate Assistants work as a team with OSOP staff to provide consistent support and student development opportunities for Torch Scholars. Graduate Assistants receive a stipend and room/board for the duration of the Program. This is a live-on position with on-call responsibilities.
Position Responsibilities
- Co-teach the class College Seminar (Mondays-Thursdays 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm.; Fridays, 8:00 am - 9:45 am), work with the Program Director to plan daily lessons, implement curriculum according to Program goals, regularly assess student performance, and evaluate student progress as related to course goals to support each student’s transition from high school to college.
- Plan programs and events including but not limited to: daily study sessions (Community Learning SpaceCLS), off-campus excursions, student development workshops, and community service opportunities.
- Maintain daily communication with Program Director and OSOP Staff regarding student behavior, group dynamics, and student development. Monitor and track progress of each Scholar on a regular basis and share all information with Program Director to ensure student success, development, and safety. Attend progress Meetings with OSOP Staff and submit student Progress Reports for your Scholar caseload at the end of each week. Scholar case load: 6-7 students.
- Serve as Lead/On-Call GA. Maintain a positive, appropriate, and productive presence during evening and weekend hours with the Scholars. When “on-call,” take responsibility for responding in an efficient and appropriate manner to any crisis situations should they occur (follow Crisis Plan as received in GA Training prior to starting the Summer Immersion Program).
- Other responsibilities as determined by the Program Director in conjunction with OSOP staff. GA’s report directly to the Torch Scholars Program Director during the Summer Immersion Program and collaborate with NU professional staff and faculty from Admissions, Residence Life, Career Services, Financial Aid, University Health Counseling Services, Civic Engagement, and teaching faculty.
Qualifications
- Enrolled in Masters program in Higher Education.
- Teaching experience, in the classroom or through facilitating training or workshops.
- Appreciation of diversity, the strengths and challenges of first-generation students, and an understanding of student development.
- A sense of humor.
Stipend
- $3500 stipend paid over the 8-week period (2 weeks of training and six weeks of the program)
- Room and Board included for full 8 weeks: 15 meals per week on plan
- Apartment on campus, separate from Torch students
Position Length
- June 23 – August 17 (8 weeks)
- Training runs from June 23-July 5
- Students arrive July 6
Please submit a resume, cover letter, and the names of two references to Jennifer Schoen at j.schoen@neu.edu or mail to Jennifer Schoen, Director of Opportunity Scholarship and Outreach Programs, 228 Curry Student Center, 360 Huntington Ave., Boston, MA 02115 by March 10, 2019.
Please don’t hesitate to call Jennifer with any questions prior to applying, 617-373-7705.