Peer Mentors (Upward Bound)
- Employer
- Oklahoma State University-Oklahoma City
- Location
- Oklahoma City, OK
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- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
900 N Portland Ave
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, 73107
United States Hiring Supervisor and Contact Info: Donovan Kelso Hiring Range:
(Contingent upon available funding): 8.50 - 10.00, Hourly Work Schedule: Varies Job Summary:
Job Function:
The Peer Mentor position will provide supervision to the Upward Bound participants during the Summer Instructional Component. Main duties will include the encouragement of participants, assist where needed inside the classroom or office, and serve as positive mentor to the studentsEssential Job Functions: Assist participants in achieving success in high school and post-secondary.Be a mentor and role model for participants.Possess discipline-specific knowledge in subject matter.Supervise or assist with student activities in the classroom, lab, events and field trips.Assist with other duties as assigned by the director.Maintain a positive learning environment using guidelines set forth in the UB Staff and Student Handbook.Observe and comply with state law, OSU-OKC policy and procedures and guidelines set forth in the UB Staff and Student Handbook.Completes all mandatory training and participated in a minimum of two professional development each year.Performs other duties as assigned.
The duties listed in this job description are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.
Special Instructions to Applicants Resume due upon requestDuration of Position: 05/01/23019 to 08/03/2019 Education & Experience Position Qualifications:
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Possess discipline-specific knowledge in either Math, Science, English, or LatinPossess the ability to work with and motivate low-income/first generation students aged 13 to 19 years’ oldPassion for assisting customers and representing the OSU brand with positivity and professionalismEvidences a history of demonstrating ethical and professional behaviorEducation:Currently enrolled at an institution of post-secondary education
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Completion of an associates or bachelor’s degree from an accredited university Certifications &/or LicensesCurrent Oklahoma Driver’s License
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in working with at-risk youth
Working Conditions:
Physical Requirements:
Normal office physical requirements.Duties require extended periods of sitting, standing, talking, and listeningAbility to participate in student activities and trips off campusRequires lifting up to 30 pounds (if an object weighs more than 45 pounds, OSU-Oklahoma City requires this to be a two-person lift.)
The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those required by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodations.
Oklahoma State University (OSU) strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, OSU conducts pre-employment background checks on final candidates. Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal (felony and misdemeanor) history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the university, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.Organization
Oklahoma State University is a modern land-grant system that prepares students for success. Orange is the Answer. Through leadership and service, OSU improves the lives of people in Oklahoma, the nation and the world. OSU has more than 35,000 students across its five-campus system with students from all 50 states and around 120 nations. Established in 1890, OSU has graduated more than 264,000 students to serve the state of Oklahoma, the nation and the world.
Oklahoma State University-Oklahoma City (OSU-OKC) is part of the modern land-grant system of Oklahoma State University. OSU-OKC is a two-year public institution, offering more than 50 degrees and certificate options. Through quality education, a supportive environment, leadership training and service opportunities, OSU-OKC trains students to work and educates them to lead. OSU-OKC graduates are found throughout the community serving as police officers, firefighters, nurses, teachers, healthcare professionals and business owners. osuokc.edu
Oklahoma State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/E-verify employer committed to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other protected status. Oklahoma State University campuses are tobacco and vapor-free.
- Telephone
- 405-945-3206
- Location
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900 N Portland
Oklahoma CIty
OK
73107
US
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