S.E.P. Program Assistant

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; North Carolina; On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is seeking a Program Assistant for the Carolina Higher Education Opportunity Programs. The role involves assisting educators, facilitating sessions, and supporting various educational projects. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree and experience in teaching and curriculum development. This position runs from May 21 to July 18, 2025, with a fixed schedule for various subjects. Join a community committed to enhancing educational access for underrepresented groups.

Benefits

Professional training opportunities

Exclusive discounts at retail and restaurants

Savings on local child care centers

Special rates for performing arts events

Qualifications

• Experience teaching undergraduate students.
• Curriculum development and implementation skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist Program Educator with session preparation and management.
• Facilitate Supplemental Instruction sessions.
• Support NC-HCAP staff with related projects.

Skills

Teaching

Curriculum Development

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

H-1B sponsorship is not available for this position.

Located in one of the best college towns and places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill offers diverse social, cultural, recreational, and professional opportunities that benefit both the campus and the community.

University employees can access a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development, and lifelong learning. They also enjoy exclusive perks such as discounts at retail and restaurants, savings on local child care centers, and special rates for performing arts events.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

Established in 2012, the Carolina Higher Education Opportunity Programs (CHEOP) office includes the NC Health Careers Access Program (NC-HCAP) and TRiO Programs (Upward Bound and McNair Scholars).
Through these programs, CHEOP promotes access to college, graduate, and professional health schools for individuals from historically underrepresented racial and ethnic minority groups, first-generation students, and those from rural or low-income backgrounds. The programs aim to enhance academic performance, retention, and personal and professional development to promote graduation in secondary and post-secondary education.

Position Summary

The program assistant’s responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assisting Program Educator with session preparation and management.
• Supporting NC-HCAP staff with S.E.P. related projects and tasks.
• Facilitating Supplemental Instruction (SI) sessions on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:30-6:30 PM in Horton Residence Hall, with access to a whiteboard and markers.
• Completing miscellaneous projects as assigned by educators and NC-HCAP staff.
• Collaborating with educators to complete the End-of-Program Student Evaluation Forms.

Program sessions run from May 21 to July 18, 2025. We are hiring for one program assistant per session, with the following fixed schedule:

• Physics: Tuesdays/Thursdays, 9:45-11:45 AM
• Organic Chemistry: Mondays/Wednesdays, 1:00-3:00 PM, and Fridays, 8:00-10:00 AM
• Human Physiology: Mondays/Wednesdays, 9:45-11:45 AM, and Fridays, 10:15 AM-12:15 PM
• Quantitative Skills-Biostatistics: Tuesdays/Thursdays, 1:00-3:00 PM

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of training and experience from an accredited institution.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

• Experience teaching undergraduate students
• Curriculum development and implementation skills

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

• Experience working with undergraduate students from disadvantaged backgrounds

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

Not applicable.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not applicable.

Special Instructions

H-1B sponsorship is not available for this position.

Office of Human Resources Contact Information

For assistance with system access or application questions, contact the Office of Human Resources at [phone] or email [e-mail].

Please note: The Office of Human Resources cannot provide updates on application status.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The University is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, religion, disability, veteran status, or other protected categories.

Optional and Required Documents

Required Documents:

• Curriculum Vitae / Resume

Optional Documents:

• Cover Letter
• List of References

Supplemental Questions

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