Enrichment Program Assistant

SEO-Sonderabfall Entsorgung Oberbayern GmbH; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 28.000 - 40.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

SEO Scholars is seeking a part-time, temporary Enrichment Program Assistant to support enrichment programming operations and student management in New York. The role involves creating calendars for up to 50 programs, designing training materials, reviewing essays, and ensuring timely submission of all application components.

The candidate will lead application groups, schedule one-on-one sessions, and assist with visa forms and transportation coordination as needed, reporting to the Senior

Qualifikationen

• High school diploma is required.
• Experience managing complex projects with multiple deadlines.
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills and experience with databases.
• Ability to work Saturdays and occasional evenings.
• Experience working with high school students, particularly in admissions or programming roles.

Aufgaben

• Assist the Enrichment Program Operations with creating application calendars for up to 50 enrichment programs and coordinating timelines.
• Design training materials and presentations for scholars and caregivers to explain steps in applications.
• Review essays and provide constructive feedback to scholars and verify all application components are submitted on time.
• Lead application groups and schedule one-on-one support sessions for scholars as needed.

Kenntnisse

Excel

Project management

Communication

Ausbildung

High school diploma

Tools

Databases

Jobbeschreibung

Compensation: $25/Hour

FLSA:Non-Exempt

Employee Type: Part-Time, Temporary

Location/Hours:

• This is a part-time, temporary position with a hybrid schedule requiring in-person work two days a week (including required Saturdays) and virtual work three days a week.
• In-person attendance is required for all Saturday programming dates.
• Work requires local travel beyond the office for Saturday programming at the following locations (subject to change):
  • Long Island University–Brooklyn

ABOUT SEO

Founded in 1963 during the Civil Rights Movement, SEO closes educational and career opportunity gaps for 7,000 ambitious young people annually.

ABOUT SEO SCHOLARS

SEO Scholars is a free, eight-year, academic program that transforms public high school students in New York City, San Francisco, North Carolina, and Miami into college graduates. SEO Scholars successfully educates and mentors students to and through college. 100% of Scholars are accepted into four-year colleges, 85% of Scholars graduate with a Bachelor’s degree, and 80% are first-generation college graduates. All are welcome to apply.

POSITION OVERVIEW The Enrichment Program Assistant (EP Assistant) is a part-time role responsible for supporting enrichment programming operations and student management. This includes creating application calendars for up to 50 programs, designing training materials for scholars and caregivers, reviewing essays, tracking application components, and managing post-application processes such as verifying forms, assisting with visa applications, and coordinating transportation. The EP Assistant also leads application groups, schedules one-on-one support sessions for scholars, and ensures application timelines are met. This role reports to the Senior Manager of Enrichment Programs.

Enrichment Program Operations – 60%

Assist the Program Manager of External Partnerships with the following:

• Create application calendars for up to 50 enrichment programs.
• Design presentations and training materials for scholars and caregivers to explain application steps for each enrichment program.
• Review application essays and provide constructive feedback to scholars.
• Ensure all components of applications are completed and submitted on time by Scholars.
• Manage post-application process, including collecting and verifying forms and assisting select students with visa applications and material purchases.
• Purchase and track transportation for scholars traveling outside of New York City.

Student Management – 40%

• Lead enrichment program and scholarship application groups including the scheduling of application meetings, creation of application timelines, essay editing, and collection and tracking of application components to ensure on-time completion of the application.
• Schedule one-on-one time with scholars who need additional assistance through the enrichment program application process.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma
• Experience managing complex projects with multiple deadlines
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills and experience working with databases
• Ability to work Saturdays and occasional evenings
• Experience working with high school students, particularly in admissions or programming roles

CORE COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS:

• Excellent organizational skills, detail orientation, and ability to multitask and handle changing priorities
• Strong collaboration and organizational skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
• Experience in short-term programming or study abroad is highly desirable
• Excellent organizational skills, detail-orientation, and ability to multitask and handle changing priorities

COMPENSATION

This position is benefits ineligible in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations.

The compensation listed in this posting reflects what SEO believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant along with the requirements of the position, and SEO reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time.

EEOC Policy

At SEO we are committed to cultivating a team that embodies the backgrounds and experiences of the constituencies we serve and the communities we live in, and a workplace that reflects the impact we make in the world. Candidates from all communities – including people of color, women, members of the LGBTQIA+ Community, veterans, and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Equal Employment Opportunity is not just the law, it is our commitment.

Sponsors for Educational Opportunity is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer – M/F/D/V. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information or characteristics, or any other legally protected status.

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THE ORGANIZATION

Established in 1963 by Michael Osheowitz, SEO (Sponsors for Educational Opportunity), is an educational non-profit focused on improving outcomes for students from underserved backgrounds. For over 60 years, SEO has been an innovator in education, mentorship, and creating educational programs and opportunities that maximize the full potential of our participants. Each year SEO serves 7,000+ participants nationally, and the organization is widely recognized for developing best-in-class programs with exceptional results.

Not every SEO participant is on the same journey, but all are hungry for opportunity and SEO creates an ecosystem of excellence. Learn more about SEO's programs here: https://www.seo-usa.org/our-programs/