Educational Assistant - ALP Precollege Program - Environmental Studies

University of Wisconsin-Madison - Student jobs; United States; Remote; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking an enthusiastic Educational Assistant to support high school students in an immersive summer program. This role focuses on enhancing learning experiences through facilitation, mentorship, and guidance, ensuring students are well-prepared for their future educational paths. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and a passion for working with youth, creating a welcoming environment that fosters growth and engagement. Join a dynamic team dedicated to inspiring the next generation of learners in a collaborative and inclusive setting.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and have a High School Diploma.
• Experience working with high school-aged students is essential.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate discussions and help students develop actionable goals.
• Monitor student progress and provide feedback on projects.

Skills

Problem solving

Strong communication skills

Building community

Working with students

Facilitating discussions

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Department Overview:

Badger Precollege, Division of Continuing Studies

Anticipated Start Date:

June 29th, 2025

Anticipated End Date (If Applicable):

July 18th, 2025

Remote Work Eligibility Detail:

Not Remote

Anticipated Hours Per Week:

Minimum: 40 Maximum:

Schedule:

All Staff Training: Saturday, June 14th 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Program Dates: Sunday, June 29th – Friday, July 18th

Monday - Friday 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Last week of program until 5:00 PM

Salary/Wage Range/Lump Sum:

Minimum: $1,750 Maximum: $1,750

Number of Positions:

1

Qualifications:

1. Applicants must be at least 18 years old
2. High School Diploma
3. Energetic approach to learning
4. Strong communication skills and ability to work well with students, administration, and support staff
5. Respect for individual differences and individuality
6. Experience working with high school-aged students

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

1. Must be comfortable problem solving and working in a fast-paced environment.
2. Experience in building community within small and large groups
3. Proven ability to maintain a professional relationship with students while serving as a friendly support system.
4. Passion for working with students in grades K-12, experience working with summer camps, precollege programs, or international programs.

Position Summary/Job Duties:

This Educational Assistant position is for the Environmental Studies course being offered for the ALP (Accelerated Learning Program). ALP is a 3-week, residential program being offered to high school aged, US and International students in the summer of 2025.

Educational Assistants for the ALP high school program are hired to provide students with enhanced learning opportunities both in the classroom and during the programming day and are chosen for their experience working with children, an interest in the specific class topic, and an expressed interest to work with Badger Precollege.

The EA’s main role is to help facilitate discussion, encourage students to reflect and develop actionable goals using course content as it relates to their future goals. The EA will help prepare students for guest speakers, share their own educational experiences, and help students better understand their options in higher education. Interest in and ability to connect with students from around the world, provide an inspiring and welcoming atmosphere, and creatively engage class participants is a must.

EA’s may also be responsible for:

1. Taking attendance and monitoring student progress each day. Report any absences to the Program Manager.
2. Reviewing rough draft submissions and providing feedback on various projects (essay outlines, final project presentations)
3. Attend required Badger Precollege and Youth Compliance staff training(s) prior to the program beginning. Saturday, June 14th 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM.
4. Assist the instructor in carrying out their responsibilities for students during all class times. Supervise students during different classroom activities around campus.
5. Be a role model for the students and maintain a professional relationship. Although you may form friendly relationships with the students, your job is not to be their friend, but rather their counselor.

Physical Demands:

N/A

Institutional Statements:

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

UW-Madison is an Equal Employment, Equal Access Employer committed to increasing the diversity of our workforce.

Institutional Statement on Diversity:

Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.

The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background-people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.

For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: diversity.wisc.edu

Accommodation Statement:

If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website:https://employeedisabilities.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/