Summer Program Counselor, AM or PM Shift – Junior Academy at Mass Academy

Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Worcester; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Worcester Polytechnic Institute seeks a Summer Program Counselor for its Junior Academy, supporting students in a two-week academic enrichment program. Responsibilities include assisting teachers, providing academic support, and ensuring a positive educational environment. Ideal candidates are high school graduates or current students with a passion for working with children.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or currently enrolled in high school required.
• Experience working with children preferred.
• Positive attitude, responsible work ethic required.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers during academic classes.
• Provide academic support to students as needed.
• Monitor students throughout the day to ensure safety.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Growth Mindset

Education

High school diploma or currently enrolled in high school

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Summer Program Counselor, AM or PM Shift – Junior Academy at Mass Academy, Worcester

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Worcester Polytechnic Institute

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Worcester, United Kingdom

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Posted:

25.06.2025

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09.08.2025

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JOB TITLE

Summer Program Counselor, AM or PM Shift – Junior Academy at Mass Academy

JOB TITLE

Summer Program Counselor, AM or PM Shift – Junior Academy at Mass Academy

LOCATION

Worcester

DEPARTMENT NAME

Mass Academy - JM

DIVISION NAME

Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

Mass Academy seeks a summer program counselor to support our Junior Academy summer academic enrichment program.

This is a temporary position.

Dates on campus: June 24 and 25 for training, June 25 and 26 in the evening for family orientation, and July 7 through July 18 for the Junior Academy program.

Work hours: 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM or 10:30 AM - 5:30 PM

About the Junior Academy at Mass Academy

The Junior Academy at Mass Academy is a two-week summer program for rising 7th, 8th and 9th grade students from many backgrounds. This day program is designed to provide academic enrichment and support through meaningful learning opportunities so that students will be more confident, curious, and engaged in their learning and realize that science, technology, engineering, and mathematics are not only accessible to them, but they are also rewarding and can open doors for their future. Participating students will receive literacy and math support, engage in hands-on STEM projects, and visit the WPI campus to tour labs and meet researchers.

About Mass Academy

The Massachusetts Academy of Math and Science (Mass Academy) is a tuition-free, co-educational, public school of excellence that enrolls approximately 100 academically accelerated 11th and 12th grade students from Massachusetts. Math and science are emphasized within a comprehensive, interactive academic program. Rigorous junior year classes and senior classes taken at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) prepare students for college academics before they’ve graduated from high school.

JOB DESCRIPTION

There are two shifts:

Morning counselor shift schedule: 7:00 - 2:00pm

Afternoon counselor shift schedule: 10:30 - 5:30pm

JOB DESCRIPTION

Assist teachers during academic classes

Provide academic support to individuals and groups of students as needed

Foster a positive, educational, and fun community; emphasize mutual respect and inclusiveness

Work with other members of the team to plan, organize, and facilitate activities

Assist with student drop off and/or pick up

Ensure all students check in and check out every day

Monitor students throughout the day to ensure student participants adhere to all rules and remain safe; report any concerns to the supervisors as they arise

Actively participate in Junior Academy team meetings

Work collaboratively with other Junior Academy staff, including teachers

Effectively communicate with parents, students, and staff

Participate in other aspects of the Junior Academy program (eg. morning meeting and team building activities)

Other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS

Qualified candidates will have a growth mindset and believe all students are capable of learning at a high level when given the proper support

High school diploma or currently enrolled in high school required

Positive attitude, responsible work ethic, and ability to collaborate effectively with a team required

Experience working with children preferred.

Strong communication skills required

Ability to work on your feet for long periods of time being very active (4-5 hours). May work events that are outdoor and exposure to heat, rain, and inclement weather.

An offer is conditional pending a criminal background check.

Participate in mandatory training for all staff.

To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume.

Please include a cover letter with your resume for consideration.

FLSA STATUS

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

WPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status,or disability. It seeks individuals from all backgrounds and experiences who will contribute to a culture of creativity, collaboration, inclusion, problem solving, innovation, high performance, and change making.It is committed to maintaining a campus environment free of harassment and discrimination.