Posted: Nov 27, 2024

PREP Program Assistant Mentor - Summer 2025

University of Texas at San Antonio - San Antonio, TX

Application Deadline: N/A

Location: San Antonio, TX

Regular/Temporary: Temporary

Job ID: 12815

Full/Part Time: Part Time

Org Marketing Statement

The University of Texas at San Antonio is a Tier One research university and a Hispanic Serving Institution specializing in cybersecurity, health, fundamental futures, and social-economic transformation. With more than 35,000 students, it is the largest university in the San Antonio region. UTSA advances knowledge through research and discovery, teaching and learning, community engagement and public service, and with an intentional focus on career readiness the university produces more graduates for the workforce than any other institution in the region. It is a catalyst for socioeconomic development and the commercialization of intellectual property — for Texas, the nation and the world. UTSA has been recognized as a Top Employer in Texas by Forbes Magazine. Learn more https://www.utsa.edu/, on https://www.utsa.edu/today/ or on https://twitter.com/utsa, https://www.instagram.com/utsa/, https://www.facebook.com/utsa, https://www.youtube.com/user/utsaor https://www.linkedin.com/school/the-university-of-texas-at-san-antonio/?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_university_admin%3BFcmdPCevQ7ebJE1xpIJlRw%3D%3D.

In 2024, the https://www.utsa.edu/today/2024/08/story/utsa-and-ut-health-san-antonio-merger-announced.html authorized UT System to begin integrating UTSA and UT Health San Antonio into one unified institution, establishing a world-class university that integrates academic, research, and clinical excellence to build a profoundly impactful university of the future. Driven by a vision for growth and impact, this merger will expand capacity to offer robust undergraduate and graduate programs, attract top-tier faculty and staff, develop innovative initiatives, and elevate transdisciplinary research to address the evolving needs of the region.

Posting End Date: Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM CDT on 03/17/2025. At the discretion of the hiring department, this position posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

Salary Range: $18/hr.

Hours: up to 32.5 hours per week, temporary position, non-exempt.

Required Application Materials:

• Resume and Cover letter are required.

Essential Functions

Job Summary

Assist in the clerical and procedural duties related to group and individual activities for the Prep Summer Program. A commitment and interest in assisting middle and high school students in their academic and personal growth.

This is a temporary position dependent on availability of funds and departmental need.

Core Responsibilities

• Be available for a full 7-hour workday, Monday through Thursday in person and Friday virtual (2 hours)-approximately 30 hours per week.
• Report to class and other assigned duties on time.
• Attend all required professional development days before the program start date.
• Assist in teaching one integrated STEM course in person Monday-Thursday at your assigned campus.
• Deliver a career awareness seminar every Friday virtually for 2 hours. Instructional materials will be provided.
• Be available at least one hour per day for one-on-one tutoring.
• Organize and/or develop special project days for students with your instructor, if applicable.
• Attend all staff meetings.
• Assist the instructor in the preparation of supplies for each class.
• Be receptive to other responsibilities, as requested by your instructor and/or Site Coordinator, and assist with general program needs, as requested.
• Monitor and mentor a group of approximately 25 students with the following specific duties:

• Ensure the safety and appropriate behavior of program participants
• Attend classes and laboratories with students; assist instructors and students as needed or requested.
• Provide individual or small group tutoring and supplemental educational activities, as needed or requested
• Assist instructor in grading journals, homework, and assessments. Maintain records of students; work. Monitor participants' performance and progress.
• Assist in the preparation of special PREP activities.
• Monitor student lunches.
• Maintain participants' attendance.
• Service as a “mentor” to students, encouraging the development of a commitment to educational achievement.

12. Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Some college with a minimum of a 2.5 GPA.
• Transcript upload.
• Complete UTSA-required training.
• Complete Food Bank training before the program start date.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
• Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work on a variety of tasks simultaneously.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience working with adolescents.
• Completion of Calculus I and other advanced mathematics courses.
• Participation in a STEM club or team at the high school and/or collegiate level.
• Coursework in STEM education.
• Preference is given to college science, mathematics, computer science, engineering, STEM education, or technology majors; previous PREP participants.

Additional Information

• UTSA is a tobacco free campus.
• This is a security sensitive position. Employment is contingent upon a successful background check.
• Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.

Working Conditions

• Classroom setting.

Physical Demands:

• Sedentary work; sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary, if walking and standing are required, only occasionally.
• Exerts up to 10 lbs. of force occasional.

This position will require working both remotely in Texas and on campus (approximately five or more days on campus per month). Travel and parking expenses are the employee's responsibility. Applicants must be adaptable and open to working in both environments.

Equal Employment Opportunity

As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, it is the policy of The University of Texas at San Antonio to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetic information, and veteran status. The University is committed to the Affirmative Action Program in compliance with all government requirements to ensure nondiscrimination. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply. UTSA campuses are accessible to persons with disabilities.

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