College Prep Admin & Outreach Assistant

NU USA Northeastern University; Michigan; On-site; USD 24,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

The Upward Bound Program Assistant at Mills Institute @ Northeastern University provides essential administrative support to the Upward Bound program, reporting to the Director/Office Manager. This temporary role runs through May 2027 with a potential renewal and travels may be required.

The position offers $20 per hour for up to 25 hours per week, with responsibilities including managing student records, communications, event coordination, and assisting with recruitment and after-school

Qualifications

• High School Diploma.
• Demonstrated proficiency in a related field.
• Knowledge of child and adolescent development and different learning styles.
• Ability to work effectively with students from diverse backgrounds.
• Willingness to drive for program activities.
• Ability to sit for extended periods while working on a computer.
• Ability to work extended hours during overnight travel and as an on‑call chaperone.
• Ability to manage multiple activities and priorities.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the Upward Bound program including maintaining a library of college information for students, filing, and managing communications.
• Assist with maintaining student records and inventory of supplies.
• Prepare program communications (phone calls, emails, flyers, social media).
• Maintain office space and ensure cleanliness and event aesthetics.
• Monitor student spaces and enforce program expectations.
• Support after-school program including availability to work until 6:30 p.m.
• Lead or substitute teach Saturday college workshops.
• Attend staff training, orientations, and meetings as required.
• Assist with student recruitment activities at target schools.
• Attend weekend and evening events as needed.

Skills

Diversity and inclusion awareness

Student support

Office communications

Adaptability

Overnight travel support

On-call chaperone

Multi-tasking

Lifting up to 50 pounds

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

The Upward Bound Program Assistant at Mills Institute @ Northeastern University provides essential administrative support to the Upward Bound program, reporting to the Director/Office Manager. This temporary role runs through May 2027 with a potential renewal and travels may be required.

The position offers $20 per hour for up to 25 hours per week, with responsibilities including managing student records, communications, event coordination, and assisting with recruitment and after-school