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Position: |
Upward Bound Summer Tutor/Counselor |
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Classification: |
Unclassified |
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Department: |
Upward Bound - Emmetsburg, IA |
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Report
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Residence Director under the supervision of the Upward Bound
Project Director |
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GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:
From June 14, 2010 through July 23, 2010, sixty-four
college bound high school students will participate in an
academic–intensive program on the Emmetsburg Campus of Iowa Lakes
Community College. Tutor/counselors will work with certified instructors
in academic areas and lead/supervise students during cultural,
recreational and social activities. Tutor/counselors are responsible for
students on a 24-hour basis between 7:00 am Mondays through 2:00 pm
Fridays, weekends free.
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ESSENTIAL DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Constant
(67-100%) |
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Supervision of students and tutoring in academic courses. |
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Provide a pleasant, comfortable atmosphere conducive to maximum
student growth. |
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Interpret and insure compliance of rules and regulations by
students. |
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Assure that dormitory discipline and related matters are handled
fairly and consistently. |
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Work with program staff to enforce program policies. |
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Supervise dormitory and campus activities. |
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Frequent
(34-66%) |
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Assist students from Monday morning until Friday afternoon
during the residential program. |
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Attend all required staff meetings. |
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Prepare and lead enrichment activities as assigned. |
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Occasional
(10-33%) |
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Transport students to and from scheduled off-campus
activities in college vans. Fifteen-passenger chauffeurs’
license required (Iowans only). |
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Other duties as assigned. |
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KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:
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Represent the College in a positive manner to employees, students,
visitors and the general public. |
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2. |
Must
be enthusiastic and energetic in performance of assigned duties and
responsibilities. |
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Must be a self starter and have the ability to function under
limited supervision. |
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4. |
Must
have the ability to read and understand written and oral
instructions or communications. |
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5. |
Must
have the ability to efficiently perform tasks in an environment of
frequent interruptions. |
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Must
have the ability to assume responsibility, deal effectively with
problems and exercise good judgment when making decisions. |
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SPECIAL DEMANDS:
Sedentary
to light work. Exerting up to 40 pounds of force occasionally (10-33%).
Stooping, kneeling, crouching, pushing, pulling, and carrying
occasionally (10-33%). Walking, lifting, grasping and repetitive motion
frequently (34-66%). Talking, hearing, and viewing various types of
close visual work constantly (67-100%). Must have valid driver’s
license, good driving record and provide proof of insurance.
Employment with Iowa Lakes Community College is dependent upon
successful passage of a criminal background check.
The
statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to
describe the essential functions, job duties/responsibilities, and
performance expectations of the job, which should not be considered
an all inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may
perform other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Prefer college junior or senior, college graduate and/or prior
resident advisor experience. Cumulative grade point average above
2.75. Previous experience working with high school youth. High level
of maturity, motivation and responsibility. Must be a team player.
Able and willing to obtain a chauffeur’s license (Iowans only). Must
live in dormitory with students from June 14, 2010 through
July 23, 2010. Orientation training session required for all
residential staff the week of June 7, 2010.
SALARY:
$1,500 plus room and board
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Positions open until filled. Review of applications will begin March 4,
2010.
Contact Diane Friesner,
dfriesner@iowalakes.edu or 712-362-0409 with questions. |
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Equal Opportunity Employer
AA EMPLOYER
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Request an application packet from:
Iowa Lakes Community College
Human Resources Office
19 South 7th Street
Estherville, IA 51334
712-362-0409
dfriesner@iowalakes.edu
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