Temporary | Upward Bound Summer Academic and ...

Job DescriptionProgram Overview The University of Notre Dame Upward Bound Program is a federally funded educational opportunity program that provides fundamental academic support to 104 first-generation, low-income participants to succeed in pre-college performance and ultimately, post-secondary pursuits. A component of Upward Bound is the Summer Academy, a supplemental six-week program that includes academic, co-curricular, and extracurricular activities designed to provide academic support, cultural enrichment, as well as, personal and career counseling. The goal of Upward Bound is to increase the rates at which participants enroll in and graduate from post-secondary institutions.Position DescriptionReporting directly to the Program Advisor and Upward Bound staff, the Academic and Residential Advisor will provide live-in supervision for high school students from culturally diverse backgrounds during the residential component of the Upward Bound Summer Academy. He/she will be responsible for the well-being of Upward Bound (UB) participants while in and out of the classroom; provide tutoring and peer counseling; the development, implementation, and monitoring of academic, co-curricular, and extracurricular activities; and serve as role model/mentor to grow the participants’ knowledge and understanding of what it takes to be successful in college while preparing for the following year of high school.Essential Duties & Responsibilities Enforce and adhere to University of Notre Dame and Upward Bound policies and procedures regarding campus and residence hall behavior and safetyModel behaviors that establish and maintain a positive, professional, and respectful mentor-student relationshipReside on campus (overnight stay) for the duration of the summer residential programConduct group/individual meetings with students to assess morale and address concernsProvide tutoring and assist participants to help master assignments and reinforce learning conceptsProvide mentoring, discuss post-secondary options, and provide counselParticipate in the planning and implementation of recreational and cultural activitiesMeet daily with Associate Director and Advisor for updates on programPerform other related duties as neededQualificationsMinimum Qualifications Possess excellent interpersonal communication and conflict resolution skillsCurrently pursuing a post-secondary degree and in good academic standingDemonstrated record of providing structured supervision to youth or related groupsUnderstand the experience and needs of underrepresented student populationsWillingness and ability to work irregular hoursAbility to tutor a variety of subjectsAbility to make important decisions as situations arisePreferred Qualifications Experience serving as a mentor, leader, or group supervisorDemonstrated ability to work under minimal supervisionPrior residential advisor or camp counselor experienceCurrent postsecondary student with a strong academic recordKnowledge of TRIO Programs and Upward BoundExperience working with culturally diverse studentsExperience enforcing organizational policies and proceduresAdditional InformationCompensation: $3500 for three and-a-half weeks plus free room and board providedMust be available to work July 6, 2026 - July 25, 2026The University of Notre Dame seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administration. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or age in employment. Moreover, Notre Dame prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and complies with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). We strongly encourage applications from candidates attracted to a university with a Catholic identity.

Created: 2026-04-29