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Position Title:

Upward Bound Academic Year Chaperone

Job Category:

Student Hourly

Job Profile:

Student Help

Job Summary:

Position Summary: The Upward Bound Academic Year Chaperone plays a vital role in ensuring the safety, supervision, and engagement of students during trips, events, and programs. This position is responsible for monitoring student behavior, enforcing rules, and providing support to students while promoting a positive and inclusive environment.

Primary responsibilities may include but not limited to:

Supervise and accompany students during off-campus trips, campus tours, events, or overnight stays

Take attendance and help track student locations during transitions and activities

Enforce program rules and expectations consistently and respectfully

Serve as a role model by demonstrating appropriate behavior and communication

Always ensure the safety and well-being of all participants

Serve as a resource and mentor to participants in developing their academic, social, and personal skills and overcoming challenges.

Understand and follow Youth Protection policies

Handle confidential information with discretion

Participate in training and orientation prior to events

Other duties as assigned by the supervisor

$15/hour

Qualifications

Must be a currently enrolled UWSP student in good academic standing (minimum 2.50 GPA)

At least one year of college course work completed at a postsecondary institution by June 2025

Must be enrolled at an institution of higher education (undergraduate or graduate)

Experience in chaperoning youth, preferably economically disadvantaged youth

Interest in education or human services related career fields and/or former experience as a TRIO Program participant

Excellent organizational skills

Ability to communicate professionally and effectively

Demonstrate ability to be flexible, adaptable and team oriented

Demonstrate responsible and professional conduct to ensure program goals are met.

Ability to model effective conflict resolution and being a positive community member

Availability to work weekend hours from Friday afternoons through late Saturday afternoon (including overnight)

Preferred Qualitifications

Two years of college course work completed at a postsecondary institution.

Minimum 3.0 GPA

Ability to work with high school students from underrepresented populations

Experience working with youth programming and/or residential summer camps

Tutoring experience

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

First Aid, CPR and/or Lifeguard certifications

Familiarity with TRIO and Upward Bound Programs

Application Instructions

Please email resume and cover letter expressing interest in position to Pa Chee Thao at pthao@uwsp.edu

For specific position details and questions: Pa Chee Thao, pthao@uwsp.edu

Key Job Responsibilities:

Special Notes:

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Individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process should contact Human Resources and Affirmative Action at 715-346-2606 or hr@uwsp.edu.

The safety and success of students, faculty, and staff at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is paramount. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act requires the distribution of an annual security report to all current and prospective students, faculty, and staff. You may obtain the complete report at https://www3.uwsp.edu/protsv/Pages/Clery.aspx

The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).

An offer of employment will require a criminal background check and authorization to work within the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.

EEO Statement:

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.