Northeastern University · 1 month ago
Program Assistant - METS
Oakland, CA
Part-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$25/hr - $25/hrNortheastern University is seeking a Program Assistant for the Mills Educational Talent Search (METS) TRIO Program, which aims to assist disadvantaged youth in Oakland. The role involves providing academic advising, planning activities, and supporting participants in their educational journey.
Education
Responsibilities
Serve as a METS Representative at the assigned target school(s). Program Assistants work with the Academic Advisors to provide assistance in college advising services to assigned cohorts at target schools. Responsible for dissemination of college resources & information throughout the school sites
Responsible for co-facilitating college workshops through monthly seminars & in-class workshops. Topics addressed through the workshops include career exploration, college preparation, college admissions information, financial aid, cultural awareness, hands-on activities
Recruitment & publicity of program services. Distribute and collect METS student applications, share METS informational flyers and program event calendars with current and prospective participants and families
Maintenance of METS space in College Centers at school sites. Increase college awareness and post current informational flyers for upcoming community events and deadlines for college applications, financial aid applications, and scholarships
Attendance at School Events: Collaborative meetings & events, parent meetings, back to school nights, registration drives, orientations, college events, etc. Attend weekly METS staff meetings and 1-1 meetings with supervisor
Qualification
Required
Mission-driven and passionate about programs designed to identify and provide services for individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds
Ability to coordinate and facilitate academic support programs including advising, workshops, fieldtrips, assessment, follow-up and resource referral
Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to take direction, prioritize, and work independently
Demonstrated experience-solving problems including conflict resolution
Demonstrated ability to work well under pressure or on deadline, maintaining a professional composure when dealing with common problems that occur in events and classroom settings
Experience and ability to effectively work with students with all academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds similar to METS Program participants
Benefits
Medical
Vision
Dental
Paid time off
Tuition assistance
Wellness & life
Retirement
Commuting & transportation
Company
Northeastern University
Founded in 1898, Northeastern is a global research university with a distinctive, experience-driven approach to education and discovery.
Founded in 1898
5001-10000 employees
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