Junior Achievement of Middle TN - Program Associate

Belmont University; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Belmont University is seeking a Student Employee to support JA BizTown and JA Finance Park simulations on campus. The role emphasizes presenting to groups, assisting students, and providing technical support for simulation software.

The position requires a high school diploma, enrollment as a Belmont student, and ability to stand for long periods. Excellent communication and multitasking are essential, with a flexible schedule to accommodate program sessions.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled as a Belmont University student.
• Experience in fast-paced environments (retail or customer service).
• Experience working with children/teens.
• Strong problem solving skills.
• Excellent presentation and public speaking skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexible with time and on-your-feet requirements.

Responsibilities

• Emcee JA BizTown/JA Finance Park simulations for large groups (50–150 students/volunteers).
• Work with smaller student groups to ensure concept understanding.
• Provide technical support and troubleshoot simulation software/storefront tech.
• Create a positive experience for students, teachers, and volunteers with JA staff.
• Assist with leading on-site volunteer training.
• Ensure facility is prepared and reset each morning for next day’s students.
• Uphold quality standards: honesty, integrity, excellent customer service.

Skills

Public speaking

Customer service

Problem solving

Multitasking

Flexibility

Stamina standing/walking

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Enrollment at Belmont University

Job description

Employment Type Student Employee

Hourly Rate $18

Special Note: All students are required to read the BU Student Employment Policy prior to submitting an application. All Federal Work-Study students should read the program rules and regulations located at http://www.belmont.edu/sfs/employment/fws.html

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

Program Associates supports the effective operation of the JA BizTown and JA Finance Park simulations, assuring quality and effectiveness of the students, teacher, and volunteer experience.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assist with conducting the JA BizTown and/or JA Finance Park simulations as assigned by the Director of Capstone Programs, including:
• Emcee the on-site simulation with natural stage present in front of large groups (50-150 students and volunteers);
• Work with smaller groups of students to ensure understanding of concepts;
• Provide technical support and trouble shoot common issues with simulation software and/or storefront technology;
• Create a positive experience for students, teachers, and volunteers in partnership with other JA staff.
• Assist with leading on-site volunteer training.
• Ensure the facility is adequately prepared and stocked for simulation each morning; reset the facility each day for the next day’s students.
• Uphold quality standards for the organization (i.e. honesty, integrity, excellent customer service.)
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

This role requires significant periods of standing and walking.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma.
• Prior experience in a fast-paced environment.
• Prior experience working with children and/or teens.
• Strong problem solving skills.
• Excellent presentation and public speaking skills.
• Ability to prioritize and perform multiple tasks in a fast paced, changing environment.
• Flexible with time.
• Able to be on feet for long periods of time.
• Organized and detail oriented.

Conversational In Spanish Preferred, But Not Required.

This position is subject to the successful completion of a background check and verification of information contained in resume.

Required Education

Must be enrolled as a student at Belmont University.

Required Experience

Prior experience in a fast-paced environment such as retail or customer service. Prior experience working with children.