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Looking for highly motivated students who want to make a difference in the community. You will be working with local students in 7th-12th grade to tutor and mentor them in various subject matter. Students will have an information session with the Director/Assistant Director before they start their role.

DEPARTMENT: STEP - Science and Technology Entry Program                

LOCATION: Kenney Center for Community Engagement and Outreach

STUDENT SUPERVISORS: Kevin Trigonis

WORK AVAILABLE: Week Days/Possible Weekends

RATE OF PAY: $12.70/hr

The Science and Technology Entry Program was established in 1985 by the NYS Legislature to prepare historically underrepresented and economically disadvantaged students for entry into post-secondary degree programs in math, science, technology, health-related fields, and licensed professions. 

POSSIBLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

·         Tutor students in grades 7-12 to enhance their academic support system

·         In-person Mentor at Schenectady Middle Schools (Tuesday/Thursday 3-5pm)

·         Help run Saturday STEM workshops (usually 9am-1pm)

·         Report notes to the STEP Staff

·         Help with administrative work within the department

·         Create programming and experiences for the STEP Students

QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POSITION:

·         Looking for personable, trustworthy and detail-oriented individuals

·         Great overall communication skills

·         Able to communicate well in-person, over the phone, or over Zoom

·         Must be passionate about working with students in grades 7-12

·         Proficient with utilizing Zoom and Excel

Location: Schenectady, NY

E-Verify Participation: Union College participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify and your Right to Work (Derecho a Trabajar).