Pre-College and Summer Programs Albright Student Instructor 2024-2025

Gain some valuable work experience while making a difference on campus!

Instructions for Applying to this Position

1. How to complete the Student Application:

1. If you have had an on-campus job, please log-in using your LionLink Credentials to your Dayforce account by clicking here, navigate to Main Menu then click “Careers”, search for this position title, and then click the “Apply Now” button.

2. If you have never held an on-campus job, apply through Dayforce by clicking “Apply Now” at the bottom of this job posting.  You will be taken to a new page and will be prompted to create a new candidate account”.

     

2. E-mail 2 letters of reference and a resume to kgordon@albright.edu.

Position Summary:

Mission:  The mission of Pre-College and Summer Programs is to motivate, support and empower students in their learning to achieve success. We strive to cultivate student engagement and effectiveness in an increasingly diverse and demanding academic climate. 

Goals: 

• Student-centered: To personalize educational supports enhancing cognitive, social, emotional and content driven skill sets. 
• Service to Community: To reduce educational barriers while developing research-driven supports for student success. 
• Empower Students: To establish and maintain positive peer and professional networks to increase a students’ self-efficacy. 
• Community Engagement:  Albright undergraduate students will serve as role models for youth in the community. 

Albright College, a liberal arts college in Reading, PA, is seeking Pre-College and Summer Program Student Instructors.  The Pre-College and Summer Program (PCSP) division provides learners with focused educational experiences in a cutting-edge academic environment. Learners will be exposed to a wide variety of disciplines through research curricula, career/research presentations by experts, and mentored independent research experiences. PCSP Student Instructors provide students of all ages with the opportunity to expand their academic skills base and develop research projects or ideas. PCSP Student Instructors will serve as tutors, mentors, and facilitators of Pre-College and Summer programs to include students of all ages from PreK to adult in Total Experience Learning® environments.

Essential Job Functions:

PCSP Student Instructors are critical members of the Pre-College and Summer Programs team and will be responsible for a variety of tasks and duties. Most importantly, interns will be asked to provide an exciting, challenging, and rewarding experience for all students. All PCSP Student Instructors will:

1. Attend an introduction and training sessions as needed that will introduce Pre-College and Summer Programs and Total Experience Learning® methods, logistics, and scheduling.
2. Attend a training session prior to any new program initiative
3. Act as teaching assistants as needed for Pre-College and Summer Program Instructors during seminar sessions. Teaching assistant topics will be assigned to the student instructors based on their strengths, skills, and/or interests.
4. Supervise and/or mentor students and assist with research projects during programming.
5. Supervise and/or mentor students throughout all aspects of Pre-College and Summer Programs.
6. Attend staff meetings as needed throughout the school year.
7. Aid students of all ages in preparation for personalized applications of the Total Experience Learning® methodology and/or PCSP initiatives and/or professional development goals.
8. Participate in PCSP meetings as needed to discuss implementation and/or feedback on various programming.
9. Support programming in a variety of facets including, but not limited to, welcoming new participants, organizing program data, and supporting supply management.
10. Be available to discuss student work with instructors. 
11. Be punctual for all scheduled sessions. Be transparent with your supervisor about dates and times you are available to be scheduled to work.
12. It is your responsibility to notify your supervisor, and/or the Coordinator of Pre-College and Summer Programs as soon as possible if you cannot attend on your assigned date/time.  
13. Utilize effective techniques shared through training; promote utilization of resources and independent learning. 
14. Report any problems or concerns to the Director of Pre-College and Summer Programs. 
15. Serve as a role model for all students seeking academic assistance. 
16. Serve as additional support in all Pre-College and Summer Programs preparation and tear down of programs.
17. Follow college policies; establish and maintain credibility within the community; and behave in accordance with the College’s values and expectations.
18. Other duties as assigned.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this job. 

The individual is routinely exposed to indoor conditions, minimum outdoor weather and temperature extremes, and moderate noise level.

Student summer interns will be responsible for all duties described above during the summer at Albright College or other assigned location. Part-time hours will be scheduled according to intern availability and need.  Student interns will receive payment according to the hourly work schedule of the Student employment office. 

Qualifications/Prerequisites:

1. SKILLS

1. COMMITMENT TO MISSION

1. 1. A demonstrated commitment to excellence in education; ability to develop, articulate, and champion Albright College offerings to students.
      1. Candidate must demonstrate a commitment to enhancing equity and inclusion within the team and across a culturally diverse campus while celebrating people of all statuses and identities. This commitment must shine through all job functions including but not limited to: campus wide training sessions, and daily interactions with colleagues and students.
      2. The college values its talented, diverse community and seeks to attract, hire, and support employees who consistently and actively embrace equity and inclusion. Albright College invites all individuals to apply and as an equal opportunity employer, we also encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds and groups to apply for this position.
   2. A demonstrated commitment to the continued excellence of the educational and scholarly pre-college programs and strong support for the small, liberal arts education, and commitment to global engagement and to diversity as an integral part of excellence.

2. COMMUNICATION
   1. Strong, clear, and persuasive communication skills, both written and oral, with excellent public speaking skills and the ability to engage, influence and inspire students.
   2. Confidence and knowledge required to mentor the students of the community.
3. LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT SKILLS
   1. Demonstrated understanding of equity and inclusion and evidence of sensitivity to and understanding of diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds.
   2. Strong interpersonal skills and capacity for extensive networking with students and professionals. 
   3. Strong organizational skills and the ability to lead and manage complex projects.
4. OTHER SKILLS
   1. Honesty, integrity, enthusiasm, and perspective; a strong work ethic, supported by meaningful response, commitment, and follow-through.

2. EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE

1. 1. Ability to mentor and teach youth and demonstrated commitment to innovative and inclusive pedagogies.
   2. Dedication to inspiring students in an educational environment.

3. EDUCATION

1. 3. All Child Clearances and Background Checks required by Albright College to work with minors are required before employment.

At Albright, we believe our differences make us stronger and empower us to better understand and respect one another in a just and fair manner. With this in mind, the College recruits, houses, educates, employs, supports, and generally celebrates people of all statuses, identities, and backgrounds, including, but not limited to, race, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, religious or spiritual identity, gender and gender identity, sexual orientation, marital and parental status, veteran status, political affiliation, and physical and mental ability. Albright College is an EEO employer and, as stated above, is actively committed to inclusivity within its community. In pursuit of that, we actively encourage diversity in all dimensions among applicants for this position.
Additional information about Albright College is available at www.albright.edu.