Upward Bound Academic Year Chaperone

UWSTP University of Wisconsin Stevens Point; United States; On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Wisconsin–Stevens Point is seeking an Upward Bound Academic Year Chaperone. This hourly role supports safety and engagement of students during trips, events, and programs, supervising behavior and enforcing rules with a positive, professional approach.

Responsibilities include attendance tracking, ensuring participant safety, mentoring, and upholding Youth Protection policies. Must be a current UWSP student with strong organizational and communication skills, available on

Qualifications

• Must be a currently enrolled UWSP student in good academic standing (minimum 2.50 GPA).
• At least one year of college coursework completed by June 2025.
• Must be enrolled at an institution of higher education (undergraduate or graduate).
• Experience in chaperoning youth, preferably economically disadvantaged youth.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Flexible, adaptable and team oriented.
• Ability to work weekend hours from Friday afternoons through late Saturday afternoon (including overnight).
• Demonstrate responsible and professional conduct to ensure program goals are met.
• Ability to model effective conflict resolution and being a positive community member.
• Follow Youth Protection policies and handle confidential information discreetly.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and accompany students during off-campus trips, campus tours, events, or overnight stays.
• Take attendance and help track student locations during transitions and activities.
• Enforce program rules and expectations consistently and respectfully.
• Serve as a role model by demonstrating appropriate behavior and communication.
• Always ensure the safety and well-being of all participants.
• Serve as a resource and mentor to participants in developing their academic, social, and personal skills.
• Understand and follow Youth Protection policies.
• Handle confidential information with discretion.
• Participate in training and orientation prior to events.
• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Skills

Chaperoning youth

Organizational skills

Professional communication

Team oriented

Flexible/adaptable

Background check

Education

Currently enrolled UWSP student

Two years college coursework

Job description

Position Title: Upward Bound Academic Year Chaperone

Job Category: Student

Hourly Job

Job Summary

The Upward Bound Academic Year Chaperone plays a vital role in ensuring the safety, supervision, and engagement of students during trips, events, and programs. This position is responsible for monitoring student behavior, enforcing rules, and providing support to students while promoting a positive and inclusive environment.

Primary responsibilities may include but not limited to:

• Supervise and accompany students during off-campus trips, campus tours, events, or overnight stays
• Take attendance and help track student locations during transitions and activities
• Enforce program rules and expectations consistently and respectfully
• Serve as a role model by demonstrating appropriate behavior and communication
• Always ensure the safety and well-being of all participants
• Serve as a resource and mentor to participants in developing their academic, social, and personal skills and overcoming challenges.
• Understand and follow Youth Protection policies
• Handle confidential information with discretion
• Participate in training and orientation prior to events
• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor

$15/hour

Qualifications

• Must be a currently enrolled UWSP student in good academic standing (minimum 2.50 GPA)
• At least one year of college course work completed at a postsecondary institution by June 2025
• Must be enrolled at an institution of higher education (undergraduate or graduate)
• Experience in chaperoning youth, preferably economically disadvantaged youth
• Interest in education or human services related career fields and/or former experience as a TRIO Program participant
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to communicate professionally and effectively
• Demonstrate ability to be flexible, adaptable and team oriented
• Demonstrate responsible and professional conduct to ensure program goals are met.
• Ability to model effective conflict resolution and being a positive community member
• Availability to work weekend hours from Friday afternoons through late Saturday afternoon (including overnight)

Preferred Qualitifications

• Two years of college course work completed at a postsecondary institution.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA
• Ability to work with high school students from underrepresented populations
• Experience working with youth programming and/or residential summer camps
• Tutoring experience
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• First Aid, CPR and/or Lifeguard certifications
• Familiarity with TRIO and Upward Bound Programs

Individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process should contact Human Resources and affirmative action at 715-346-2606 or [e-mail].

An offer of employment will require a criminal background check and authorization to work within the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.

UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies.

We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act requires the distribution of an annual security report to all current and prospective students, faculty, and staff. You may obtain the complete report at https://www3.uwsp.edu/protsv/Pages/Clery.aspx.

The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).