Residential Opportunities

RESIDENTIAL DIRECTOR (RD)

Start/End Date: May 13 – August 10, 2024 
Location: Northwestern University, Evanston Campus
Supervised by: College Preparation Program (CPP) staff
Time Commitment: Residential, Full-time (40+ hours per week)
Compensation:  

• $20 per hour
• Travel Stipend if relocation is needed
• Accommodation: single room and full-board plan while on contract
• Access to University athletic and sport facilities while on contract
• Significant professional opportunity in area of leadership development

Program Description:

The Northwestern College Preparation Program (CPP) offers academically advanced high school students from across the US and abroad the opportunity to enroll in one of three academic program options: undergraduate courses for credit, noncredit IN FOCUS (on campus) seminars, and noncredit e-Focus (online) seminars. Participants experience college life and academics in a safe and supportive environment, which prepares them for college success in their first years. As either residents or commuters, CPP students may take a variety of 100-and 200-level Northwestern courses to earn college credit, which may be transferred to the university in which they ultimately enroll. Our noncredit courses, IN FOCUS and e-Focus seminars are small, discussion-based offered in special topics. Please visit our website for more information.

Job Summary  

The Residential Director (RD) is the highest-level residential position for the Northwestern College Preparation Program. The RD communicates with members of the College Prep team on a daily basis. The RD supervises the day-to-day residential experience of the pre-college summer program to assure a safe, enjoyable experience for all participants and staff. The program includes a combination of residential students and commuter students for a duration of eight weeks. The RD takes a lead role in resolving higher-level participant issues and ensures that all problems are promptly addressed. Reporting to the Director of Summer Session, the RD supervises the CPP Assistant Residence Directors (ARD), and Resident Advisors (RAs), and provides regular feedback about the residential staff and participants to CPP senior staff. In coordination with the ARDs, the Resident Director conducts training for RAs one week prior to the start of the program and directly supervises them throughout its duration. The RD works closely with other University departments (Residential Life, Housing, Dining, Health Services, University Police, and Facilities) to foster a campus environment of academic achievement and personal development, and ensures the physical safety and comfort of all CPP participants

General Responsibilities

 Supervision/Training Responsibilities

• Conduct RA orientation and training prior to program start in coordination with the ARDs
• Ensure staff equipped with required supplies, resources, and knowledge to carry out Residential Assistant duties
• Provide leadership and support to RA staff
• Conduct one-on-one meetings with each ARD
• Conduct weekly all-staff meetings
• Evaluate staff and provide leadership and guidance, addressing any personnel issues
• Serve as primary contact between residential staff and CPP Team (Director, Program Coordinator, and other NU departments)

Administrative/Operations Responsibilities

• Serve as primary liaison for all residential and program related issues, collaborating with other NU departments
• Manage overall operation of residence hall
• Coordinate move-in/move-out schedule for each session (four total)
• Conduct orientation for each session (and commuter students)
• Enforce University residential policies and procedures
• Submit and maintain accurate records and reports (room condition reports, check-in logs, on-call logs, student conduct reports, social event records, etc.)
• Coordinate assessment (program surveys) for use in future program planning
• In coordination with the CPP Team, create and maintain a budget and expense report tracking
• Responsible for ensuring all staff and students obtain access to University resources and work with University departments to resolve any issues

Community Building & Staff Development Responsibilities

• Create and coordinate one group activity each session for all students
• Identify and carry out team building/bonding activities for staff
• Willingness to embrace responsibilities through enthusiastic leadership

Facilities Management Responsibilities

• Serve as primary program representative in coordination with Front of House Staff working with University Facilities Management staff
• Responsible for reserving and maintaining motor vehicle during program (mail pick-up and delivery)
• Report and follow up damages to Facilities Maintenance
• Report and follow up any safety and security issues with Housing
• Maintain communication with housekeeping staff to resolve issues and turn around rooms at the end of each session

Minimum Qualifications (Education, experience, and any other certifications or clearances)

• A bachelor's degree or the equivalent combination of education, training, and experience from which comparable skills can be acquired
• Prior experience in residential life for similar programs
• Previous experience working with high school students as an RA, camp counselor, tutor, or other capacity
• Previous supervisory experience with demonstrated leadership skills
• Organizational and Budget Management skills
• Excellent communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively in groups or independently
• Demonstrated ability to work with a diverse student body and staff
• Experience implementing programs and services geared toward meeting the needs of students from many diverse backgrounds
• Experience working with academic professionals in a higher education organization
• Provide a high level of discretion and confidentiality.

Preferred Qualifications (Education and experience)

• Master's degree in higher education/student affairs/management or a related field
• Facilitation, staff management, or teaching experience
• Experience working in international contexts or with international students
• Bi- or multi-lingual, with international travel or living abroad experience
• Knowledge of the Northwestern environment, preferably as a current matriculated graduate student or program alum

Preferred Competencies (Skills, knowledge, and abilities)

• Energy, enthusiasm, and ability to motivate others
• A strong sense of responsibility, professionalism, and high level of maturity
• A genuine interest in working with high school students
• Comfortable exploring issues of equity and social justice
• Coachability: Being receptive to feedback, willing to learn, embracing continuous improvement
• Familiarity with NU or higher education CRM systems (SES, CLSS, RADIUS, etc.)

Important Dates 

• While the deadline to apply is April 19th, qualified candidates are hired on a first apply, first hired basis. Early candidates have an advantage as some positions are filled early in the application cycle.
• Applicants will be notified via email if they have been selected for an interview

Click to Apply

You will need the following items (2):

• A current resume and cover letter
• Provide a list of three professional references and their contact information.

Contact Us: Please visit the College Preparation Program website to learn more about our programs. If you have any questions, email the CPP office at cpp@northwestern.edu or call 847-491-7239

The Northwestern campus sits on the traditional homelands of the people of the Council of Three Fires, the Ojibwe, Potawatomi, and Odawa as well as the Menominee, Miami and Ho-Chunk nations. We acknowledge and honor the original people of the land upon which Northwestern University stands, and the Native people who remain on this land today.

Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer of all protected classes, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Click for information on EEO is the Law.

ASSISTANT RESIDENTIAL HALL DIRECTOR (ARD)

Start/End Date: June 3 - June 7, 2024 (40 hours Online)
                                 June 10 – August 10, 2024 (40+ hours In-Person)
Location: Northwestern University, Evanston Campus
Supervised by: Resident Director, College Preparation Program (CPP)

Compensation:                 

• $18 per hour
• Accommodation: single room and full board plan while on contract
• Access to University athletic and sport facilities while on contract
• Significant professional opportunity in area of leadership development

Program Description:

The Northwestern College Preparation Program (CPP) offers academically advanced high school students from across the US and abroad the opportunity to enroll in one of three academic program options: undergraduate courses for credit, noncredit IN FOCUS (on campus) seminars, and noncredit e-Focus (online) seminars. Participants experience college life and academics in a safe and supportive environment, which prepares them for college success in their first years. As either residents or commuters, CPP students may take a variety of 100- and 200-level Northwestern courses to earn college credit, which may be transferred to the university in which they ultimately enroll. Our noncredit courses, IN FOCUS and e-Focus seminars are small, discussion-based offered in special topics. Please visit our website for more information.

Responsibilities:

The central responsibility of the CPP Assistant Resident Director is to provide mentorship and support for the academic, experiential, and co-curricular components of the College Preparation Program. In addition, upholding CPP values, policy and procedures, and managing the duties supporting the functions of the program with which all CPP RAs are assigned. The Assistant RD will directly support the Residence Director in the training and programming for the overall program. The Assistant RD assumes a higher level of responsibility in supervising participants with issues such as health, discipline, and all other aspects of participants’ residential life.

The Assistant RD reports directly to the Resident Director and receives further supervision from the Director of Summer Session as needed. They also act as the primary resource for residential staff and may not have more than 5 hours of outside commitment a week.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Be alert to possible crises and serious situations, notify appropriate program staff and take action
• Assist with arrival and departure days on Saturdays and Sundays, as well as Orientation for incoming students
• Live in residence halls throughout duration of the program
• Assume the responsibility of the Residential Director one day a week, taking the lead in overseeing the residence hall
• Co-Facilitate weekly staff meetings with the Residential Director
• Support the Residential Director in evaluating staff and providing leadership and guidance, addressing any personnel issues
• Oversee deployment of RAs to ensure assigned duties are completed, facilitating overall team dynamics and effectiveness, and maintain close contact with RAs individually and as a team
• Assume the responsibilities of Co-ARDs on their days off
• Participate in multiple 24 hour on-call duty rotations for emergencies
• Serve as an RA if needed
• Other duties as assigned by Residential Director and program staff
• Assist with student room assignments, conference services housing roster, master spreadsheets and CPP rosters

While each ARD will take the lead in Logistics, Activities, Medical & Academic areas, they are responsible for participating in the success of all three areas.

Logistics ARD

• RA (Residential Assistants) Schedule- Including managing any overtime, absences, OFF Requests
• Get Ready Series Management
• Orientation Set Up- Making sure the room is clean and set up, presentation is ready to go on the projector
• Placing food orders
• Manage all paperwork- staff receipts, filing off-campus slips, incident reports, duty logs, check in binder, as well as online student forms portal
• Vehicle Management- Manage check-in/check-out system parking passes, fueling vehicles
• Facilitate one-on-one meetings with the RAs
• Managing Opening/Closing activities

Activities ARD

• Manage supplies for activities- tracking inventory, supply runs, organizing supplies
• Manage receipts turned in by RAs for activities
• Manage program proposals submitted by RA’s- must look over and approve programs
• Manage program sign ups- create a system for students to know what activities are taking place on any given day
• Manage flyer submission from RAs- RAs will create their own flyers and turn them into you.
• Manage activity space- making sure RAs don’t use the same space on the same day for activities
• Lead Activities Workshop during training
• Manage excursions (Larger activities like 4^th of July, program field trips- if any)
• Manage event transportation if necessary
• Orientation set up- food and drinks, serving the food, trash, etc.
• Managing the bonfire welcoming activity
• Facilitate one-on-one meetings with the RAs
• Manage Closing Activity

Academic & Medical ARD

• Oversees health policy and procedures
• Manages student health files
• Document details of student illnesses, ongoing health problems, and health emergencies
• Oversee transportation of students to urgent care- Must be able to feel comfortable enough to drive
• Oversee field trips, first day of class coordination, and daily attendance all-clear
• In coordination with the CPP team, oversee the training and supervision of Teaching Assistants(TAs)
• Coordinate communication across academic and residential departments

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must have:

• Completed three years of college
• Demonstrated leadership skills
• Excellent communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills
• A team player attitude with an ability to work effectively in diverse groups
• Experience working with students ages 15 – 17 also desirable
• Energy, enthusiasm, and ability to motivate others
• A mature sense of responsibility, professionalism, and work ethic

Preferred qualifications:

• Knowledge of the Northwestern environment, preferably as a current matriculated student or CPP/NHSI/CTD alum
• Previous experience working with high school students as an RA, camp counselor, tutor, or other capacity
• Previous teaching, mentoring, and/or counseling experience is desirable
• Prior residential/student affairs experience is also desirable
• Experience working in international contexts or with international students
• Previous experience as an RA or prior student affairs experience

Important Dates:

• While the deadline to apply is April 19^th, qualified candidates are hired on a first apply, first hired basis. Early candidates have an advantage as some positions are filled early in the application cycle.
• Applicants will be notified via email if they have been selected for an interview

Click to Apply

You will need the following items (2):

• A current resume and cover letter
• Provide a list of three professional references and their contact information.

Contact Us: Please visit the College Preparation Program website at northwestern.edu/collegeprep to learn more about our programs. If you have any questions, email the CPP office at cpp@northwestern.edu or call 847-491-7239.

The Northwestern campus sits on the traditional homelands of the people of the Council of Three Fires, the Ojibwe, Potawatomi, and Odawa as well as the Menominee, Miami and Ho-Chunk nations. We acknowledge and honor the original people of the land upon which Northwestern University stands, and the Native people who remain on this land today.

Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer of all protected classes, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Click for information on EEO is the Law.

RESIDENTIAL ADVISOR (RA)

Start/End Date: June 10 – August 10, 2024 (May vary)
Location: Northwestern University, Evanston Campus
Supervised by: Resident Director and Assistant Resident Director, College Preparation Program (CPP)
Time Commitment: Residential, Full-time (up to 40 hours per week, subject to additional hours when assigned as needed)
Compensation:  

• $16 per hour
• Accommodation: single room and full board plan while on contract
• Access to University athletic and sport facilities while on contract
• Significant professional opportunity in area of leadership development

Program Description:

The Northwestern College Preparation Program (CPP) offers academically advanced high school students from across the US and abroad the opportunity to enroll in one of three academic program options: undergraduate courses for credit, noncredit IN FOCUS (on campus) seminars, and noncredit e-Focus (online) seminars. Participants experience college life and academics in a safe and supportive environment, which prepares them for college success in their first years. As either residents or commuters, CPP students may take a variety of 100- and 200-level Northwestern courses to earn college credit, which may be transferred to the university in which they ultimately enroll. Our noncredit courses, IN FOCUS and e-Focus seminars are small, discussion-based offered in special topics. Please visit our website for more information.

Position Summary:

Along with the Resident Director (RD) and the Assistant Resident Director (ARD), the central responsibility of the CPP Resident Advisor (RA) is to provide mentorship and support for the academic, experiential, and co-curricular components of the College Preparation Program. You will have a unique opportunity to bridge and cultivate learning inside and outside the classroom. CPP students and RAs are housed together on campus in the program’s residence hall. RAs are expected to be engaging, visible, and accessible to students and the program on a daily basis throughout the summer. RAs will be responsible for regularly checking in with an assigned group of students and ensuring the safety of all participants. You will also create, coordinate, and implement extracurricular activities and supervise students at those and other program-related activities. In addition, upholding CPP values, policy, and procedures, and managing the duties supporting the functions of the program. RAs report directly to the Assistant Resident Director and receive further supervision from the Director of Summer Session. This is a full-time residential position.

General Responsibilities:

• Build community through planning and implementing extracurricular activities for students
• RAs are expected to be engaging, visible, and accessible to students and the program on a daily basis throughout the summer.
• Assist with student arrival and departure on Saturdays and Sundays, as well as orientation for incoming students
• Live in residence hall throughout duration of the program
• Report unsafe and inappropriate behavior
• Participate in after hours on-call duty rotation for emergencies and/or lock outs and to immediately address student needs
• Assist with and participate in large social events and off-campus excursions (day, evening, weekends as scheduled)
• Attend weekly staff meetings and one-on-one meetings with the RD or ARD
• Facilitate floor meetings and roommate check-ins
• Complete paperwork including: incident reports, original receipts, program proposals/ flyers, and blog content
• Expected to work Holidays
• Those RAs who meet the qualifications for driving a university vehicle will be expected to do so, potentially transporting students
• Attend mandatory meetings
• Other duties as assigned by Resident Director and program staff

Qualifications:

• Completed a minimum of one year of college by June 2024 (rising sophomore, junior, or senior)
• Experience working with high school students
• Demonstrates initiative, energy, enthusiasm, and ability to motivate others
• A strong sense of responsibility, professionalism, and level of maturity
• Excellent communication, coordination, creativity, and problem-solving skills
• Team player with an ability to work effectively with a diverse student body and staff
• Must be able to lift and/or maneuver 40 pounds
• Familiarity with technology such as WhatsApp, GroupMe, WeChat, Word Press, Microsoft Suite, and other creative platforms

Preferred qualifications:

• Knowledge of the Northwestern environment, preferably as a current matriculated student or CPP/NHSI/CTD alum
• Previous experience working with high school students as an RA, camp counselor, tutor
• Previous teaching, mentoring, and/or counseling experience is desirable
• Prior residential/student affairs experience is also desirable.

Important Dates:

• While the deadline to apply is April 19^th, qualified candidates are hired on a first apply, first hired basis. Early candidates have an advantage as some positions are filled early in the application cycle.
• Applicants will be notified via email if they have been selected for an interview

Click to Apply

You will need the following items (2):

• A current resume and cover letter
• Provide a list of three professional references and their contact information

Contact Us: Please visit the College Preparation Program website to learn more about our programs. If you have any questions, email the CPP office at cpp@northwestern.edu or call 847-491-7239.

The Northwestern campus sits on the traditional homelands of the people of the Council of Three Fires, the Ojibwe, Potawatomi, and Odawa as well as the Menominee, Miami and Ho-Chunk nations. We acknowledge and honor the original people of the land upon which Northwestern University stands, and the Native people who remain on this land today.

Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer of all protected classes, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Click for information on EEO is the Law.

FRONT OF HOUSE STAFF (FOH)

Start/End Date: June 10 – August 10, 2024
Location: Northwestern University, Evanston Campus
Supervised by: Resident Director, College Preparation Program (CPP)
Time Commitment: Full-time, up to 40 hours/week
Compensation:

• $15 per hour
• Partial Meal Plan

Program Description:

The Northwestern College Preparation Program (CPP) offers academically advanced high school students from across the US and abroad the opportunity to enroll in one of three academic program options: undergraduate courses for credit, noncredit IN FOCUS seminars, or E-Focus seminars. Participants experience college life and academics in a safe and supportive environment, which prepares them for college success in their first years. As either residents or commuters, CPP students may take a variety of 100- and 200-level Northwestern courses to earn college credit, which may be transferred to the university in which they ultimately enroll. Our In Focus seminars are small, discussion-based noncredit courses offered in special topics.

Position Summary:

Front of House (FOH) staff serve as the first point of contact for all who enter the College Prep residence halls on a daily basis. From the front desk of their assigned building FOH staff provide information, answer the phone, facilitate communication between the College Prep Office and the Residential Offices, maintain program blog, and act as a point of contact for families of students living in the building. In addition, upholding CPP values, policy and procedures, and managing the duties supporting the functions of the program. They act as role models for students, ensuring students uphold the CPP student code of conduct. Housing is not provided to FOH Staff.

General Responsibilities:

• Assist with student Arrival and Departure on Saturdays and Sundays, as well as Orientation for incoming students
• Communicate with parents and guardians using best practices in customer service
• Maintain program blog/calendar
• Clearly and expediently communicate student needs with appropriate CPP support staff
• Serve as mentor and resource
• Report unsafe and inappropriate behavior
• Support community among students and staff that is inclusive, positive, safe, and fun
• Maintain programming forms and off-campus check-in/check-out process
• Act as point of contact for facilities management and lockouts
• Other duties as assigned by Resident Director and CPP staff
• Support daily attendance reporting from TAs (all-clear)

Qualifications:

• Completed one year of college
• Experience working with high school students
• Must be able to lift and/or maneuver at least 40lbs
• Energy, enthusiasm, and ability to motivate others
• A strong sense of responsibility, professionalism, and level of maturity
• Excellent communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills
• Team player with an ability to work effectively with a diverse student body and staff

Preferred qualifications:

• Knowledge of the Northwestern environment, preferably as a current matriculated student or CPP/NHSI/CTD alum
• A laptop/tablet

Important Dates: 

While the deadline to apply is April 19^th, qualified candidates are hired on a first apply, first hired basis. Early candidates have an advantage as some positions are filled early in the application cycle. Applicants will be notified via email if they have been selected for an interview.

Click to Apply

You will need the following items (2):

• A current resume and cover letter
• Provide a list of three professional references and their contact information

Contact Us: Please visit the College Preparation Program website at northwestern.edu/collegeprep to learn more about our programs. If you have any questions, email the CPP office at cpp@northwestern.edu or call 847-491-7239.

The Northwestern campus sits on the traditional homelands of the people of the Council of Three Fires, the Ojibwe, Potawatomi, and Odawa as well as the Menominee, Miami and Ho-Chunk nations. We acknowledge and honor the original people of the land upon which Northwestern University stands, and the Native people who remain on this land today.

Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer of all protected classes, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Click for information on EEO is the Law.

Instructional Opportunities

TEACHING ASSISTANT (TA) IN-Focus

Start/End Date: Training: (two 2-hour sessions online) June 10-14, 2024
         Class time: June 17 - Aug. 9, 2024 (may vary)
Location: Northwestern University, Evanston Campus
Supervised by: Program Coordinator, College Preparation Program (CPP)
Time Commitment: Varies contingent upon seminar assignment(s), beginning June 10, 2024 (orientation/training); In-Focus (noncredit courses) June 17 - Aug. 9, 2024
Compensation: $17 per hour (up to 20 hours per week per class)

Program Description:

The Northwestern College Preparation Program (CPP) offers academically advanced high school students from across the US and abroad the opportunity to enroll in one of three academic program options: undergraduate courses for credit, noncredit IN FOCUS (on campus) seminars, and noncredit e-Focus (online) seminars. Participants experience college life and academics in a safe and supportive environment, which prepares them for college success in their first years. As either residents or commuters, CPP students may take a variety of 100-and 200-level Northwestern courses to earn college credit, which may be transferred to the university in which they ultimately enroll. Our noncredit courses, IN FOCUS and e-Focus seminars are small, discussion-based offered in special topics. Please visit our website for more information.

Position Summary:

The central responsibility of the CPP Teaching Assistant (TA) is to provide mentorship and support for the academic, experiential, and co-curricular components of the In-Focus Seminars. You will have a unique opportunity to bridge and cultivate learning inside and outside the online classroom. As a Teaching Assistant you will be responsible for providing instructional and organizational support to a lead faculty member in the classroom. TAs are expected to be engaging, visible, and accessible to students on a daily basis throughout the seminar. TAs will be responsible for regularly checking in with their assigned group of students. You will be responsible for coordinating and supervising students, including escorting students to class from residence hall. TAs report directly to the CPP Program Coordinator and may receive further supervision from the Director of Summer Session. This is a full or part-time in person position.

Teaching Assistant Responsibilities:

• Adhere to and enforce the university’s health requirements.
• Participate in mandatory online training before program begins: June 10-14, 2024
• Take attendance daily within first 15 minutes of class and submit to CPP administration
• Serve as mentor, resource, and facilitator of summer program policies and procedures
• Abide by and enforce program Standards of Conduct and University rules and procedures and report unsafe and inappropriate behavior
• Represent and uphold the values of the Northwestern community and the College Preparation Program in all circumstances
• Attend all class meetings, providing classroom support and organization to faculty
• Attend meetings with instructor and CPP Program Coordinator prior to and as needed while course is in session
• Assist with communicating with students before and during seminar, notifying students of assignments, virtual field trips, any last minute schedule changes, etc.
• Other duties as assigned by Academic Program Coordinator

Qualifications:

• Completed two years of college by June 2024 (rising junior or senior)
• A consistent record of academic achievement
• College-level coursework in one or more CPP/IN FOCUS academic subject area (biology, business, chemistry, creative writing, economics, engineering, environmental and earth sciences, expository writing, global health, humanities, international relations, legal studies, philosophy & literature, physics, political science)
• Energy, enthusiasm, and ability to motivate others
• A strong sense of responsibility, professionalism, and level of maturity
• Excellent communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills
• Team player with an ability to work effectively with a diverse student body and staff

Preferred qualifications:

• Knowledge of the Northwestern environment, preferably as a current matriculated student or CPP/NHSI/CTD alum
• Previous experience working with high school students as an RA, camp counselor, tutor, or other capacity
• Previous teaching, mentoring, and/or counseling experience is desirable
• Prior student affairs experience is also desirable.

Important Dates:

• Mandatory training before program begins: June 10-14, 2024
• IN-Focus (noncredit courses) June 17 - Aug. 9, 2024 (may vary)
• Deadline to apply: April 19, 2024
• Applicants will be notified via email if they have been selected for an interview

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You will need the following items (3):

• A current resume
• Provide a list of three professional references and their contact information.
• A cover letter for full consi Please answer the following questions in your cover letter:
  • Tell us about your specific background
  • Which three In-focus seminars are you interested in assisting in and why you would like to be a Teaching Assistant for these seminars. (Please visit our website for more information on each seminar.)
  • The College Prep Program enrolls students with a wide variety of backgrounds and interests. How would you support residents from a diversity of countries, cultures, classes, genders, learning styles, etc.?
  • Please describe your technological proficiency, particularly in online pedagogy or platforms such as ZOOM and CANVAS.

Contact Us: Please visit the College Preparation Program website at northwestern.edu/collegeprep to learn more about our programs. If you have any questions, email the CPP office at cpp@northwestern.edu or call 847-491-7239.

The Northwestern campus sits on the traditional homelands of the people of the Council of Three Fires, the Ojibwe, Potawatomi, and Odawa as well as the Menominee, Miami and Ho-Chunk nations. We acknowledge and honor the original people of the land upon which Northwestern University stands, and the Native people who remain on this land today.

Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer of all protected classes, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Click for information on EEO is the Law.

TEACHING ASSISTANT (TA) e-Focus

Start/End Date: Training: (two 2-hour sessions online) June 10-14, 2024
Class time: July 22-Aug. 2, 2024 
Location: Virtual
Supervised by: Program Coordinator, College Preparation Program (CPP)
Time Commitment: Varies contingent upon seminar assignment(s), beginning, June 10, 2024 (orientation/training); e-Focus (noncredit courses) July 22-August 2, 2024
Compensation: $17 per hour (up to 20 hours per week per class)

Program Description:

The Northwestern College Preparation Program (CPP) offers academically advanced high school students from across the US and abroad the opportunity to enroll in one of three academic program options: undergraduate courses for credit, noncredit IN FOCUS (on campus) seminars, and noncredit e-Focus (online) seminars. Participants experience college life and academics in a safe and supportive environment, which prepares them for college success in their first years. As either residents or commuters, CPP students may take a variety of 100-and 200-level Northwestern courses to earn college credit, which may be transferred to the university in which they ultimately enroll. Our noncredit courses, IN FOCUS and e-Focus seminars are small, discussion-based offered in special topics. Please visit our website for more information.

Position Summary:

The central responsibility of the CPP Teaching Assistant (TA) is to provide mentorship and support for the academic, experiential, and co-curricular components of the Wildcat Connect: e-FOCUS Seminars. You will have a unique opportunity to bridge and cultivate learning inside and outside the online classroom. As a Teaching Assistant you will be responsible for providing instructional and organizational support to a lead faculty member in the classroom. TAs are expected to be engaging, visible, and accessible to students on a daily basis throughout the seminar. TAs will be responsible for regularly checking in with their assigned group of students. You will be responsible for coordinating and supervising students during online program-related activities. TAs report directly to the Academic Program Coordinator and may receive further supervision from the Director of Summer Session. This is a full or part-time online position.

Teaching Assistant Responsibilities:

• Oversee all technological aspects to the program such as access to CAESAR, CANVAS, ZOOM, GlobalProtect, NU email addresses, net IDs etc.
• Take attendance daily within first 15 minutes of class and submit to CPP administration
• Serve as mentor, resource, and facilitator of summer program policies, procedures
• Abide by and enforce program Standards of Conduct and University rules and procedures, and report unsafe and inappropriate behavior
• Represent and uphold the values of the Northwestern community and the College Preparation Program in all circumstances
• Attend all class meetings, providing classroom support and organization to faculty
• Attend meetings with instructor and program director prior to and as needed while course is in session
• Serve as primary communicator with students before and during seminar, notifying students of assignments, virtual field trips, any last minute schedule changes, etc.
• Engage all students during online seminar class time
• Other duties as assigned by CPP Program Coordinator

Qualifications:

• Completed two years of college by June 2024 (rising junior or senior)
• A consistent record of academic achievement
• College-level coursework in one or more CPP/IN FOCUS academic subject area (biology, business, chemistry, creative writing, economics, engineering, environmental and earth sciences, expository writing, global health, humanities, international relations, legal studies, philosophy & literature, physics, political science)
• Experience working with high school students
• Energy, enthusiasm, and ability to motivate others
• A strong sense of responsibility, professionalism, and level of maturity
• Excellent communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills
• Team player with an ability to work effectively with a diverse student body and staff

Preferred qualifications:

• Knowledge of the Northwestern environment, preferably as a current matriculated student or CPP/NHSI/CTD alum
• Previous experience working with high school students as an RA, camp counselor, tutor, or other capacity
• Previous teaching, mentoring, and/or counseling experience

Important Dates:

• Mandatory training before program begins: June 10-14, 2024 (two 2-hour online sessions)
• e-Focus (noncredit courses) July 22-Aug. 2, 2024 
• Deadline to apply: April 19, 2024
• Applicants will be notified via email if they have been selected for an interview

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You will need the following items (3):

• A current resume
• Provide a list of three professional references and their contact information.
• A cover letter for full consideration. Please answer the following questions in your cover letter:
  • Tell us about your specific background
  • Which three e-focus seminars are you interested in assisting in and why you would like to be a Teaching Assistant for these seminars. (Please visit our website for more information on each seminar.)
  • The College Prep Program enrolls students with a wide variety of backgrounds and interests. How would you support residents from a diversity of countries, cultures, classes, genders, learning styles, etc.?
  • Please describe your technological proficiency, particularly in online pedagogy or platforms such as ZOOM and CANVAS.

Contact Us: Please visit the College Preparation Program website at northwestern.edu/collegeprep to learn more about our programs. If you have any questions, email the CPP office at cpp@northwestern.edu.

Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer of all protected classes, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Click for information on EEO is the Law.