Course Assistant: College Prep 101 for Neurodivergent Students, Tufts Pre-College Programs

Tufts University; Medford (MA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Tufts University invites applications for a Course Assistant to support the College Prep 101 for Neurodivergent Students program on the Tufts Medford campus. The role includes assisting Instructors during CP101 sessions and helping with materials, tech setup and logistics to ensure a smooth experience for neurodivergent students.

The position is open to undergraduates and/or graduates, with programming running June 22–26, 2026, Monday–Friday, 9 AM–5 PM, on-site duties and potential additional

Qualifications

• Undergraduates and/or graduates are welcome to apply.
• Duties include assisting Instructors in sessions and handling program prep and logistics.

Responsibilities

• Program Preparation: prepare and package program materials.
• Systems setup: assist in setting up Canvas, Zoom, etc.
• Logistics: coordinate sessions, ceremonies and field trips.
• Training: complete all program-required training.

Education

Undergraduate/Graduate student

Job description

Overview

The Tufts Pre-College team is currently seeking a Course Assistant to assist in managing our 1-week College Prep 101 for Neurodivergent Students program. College 101 for Neurodivergent Students is a 5-day experience designed to help neurodivergent students explore college life, understand their options, and feel confident about the next steps in their academic journey.

The Tufts Pre-College team is currently seeking a Course Assistant to assist in managing our 1-week College Prep 101 for Neurodivergent Students program. College 101 for Neurodivergent Students is a 5-day experience designed to help neurodivergent students explore college life, understand their options, and feel confident about the next steps in their academic journey.

The Course Assistant will be responsible for assisting Instructors in facilitating CP101 sessions, which focus on preparing neurodivergent students for the college admissions process and college life.

We are actively seeking undergraduates and/or graduates to fill this role

Time Commitment

The 1-week College Prep 101 for Neurodivergent Students Program includes sessions that will take place in-person, Monday through Friday throughout the program. The cohort runs for 1 week from June 22 to June 26, 2026.

Program Dates and Time

June 22 to June 26, 2026

Fridays, 9AM-4PM (7 hours per day)

Program Preparation

1-2 hours/week prior to program start (these hours will be remote)

Program Assistance

Mon-Fri 9am-5pm during programming. There may be additional hours, as agreed upon by CA and Program Lead over the program dates (these hours must be completed in-person on the Tufts Medford campus)

Compensation

Course Assistants will be paid $17-$20 per hour, depending on experience, for all hours worked for program planning and program implementation.

Responsibilities

As Course Assistant, your duties include, but are not limited to:

• Program Preparation
  • Materials: prepare and package various program materials to be distributed to the program participants
  • Systems: assist the Program Instructor in setting up the systems needs of the program such as Canvas, Zoom, etc.
  • Logistics: assist the Program Lead in the coordination of the guest speaker/facilitator sessions, the opening/closing ceremonies, any field trips, etc.
  • Training: participate in all training requirements of the program, including training requirements of the UC Pre-College Programs
• Program Assistance
  • Participation: attends all events for the entire duration of program
  • Behavioral modeling: serve as a positive adult role model for members in the program through appropriate dress, speech, attitude, and courtesy; demonstrate reliability and punctuality by arriving on-time for all scheduled activities
  • Student support: monitor student attendance; accompany students to and from all events and classroom changes; assist students who are struggling with any logistical concerns
  • Instructor support: provide basic AV assistance, distribute any course materials, otherwise support all needs of the Program Instructor and any guest speakers/facilitators
  • Evaluation: suggests improvements, needs, hazards and recurring trends to Program Lead for further evaluation

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