Vanderbilt Pre-College Academic Program Assistant (Summer 2027)

Fore more information about Vanderbilt Pre-College, please visit https://pty.vanderbilt.edu/workatprecollege/ .
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Location: Nashville, TN
Type: Non-Residential or Residential Reports to: Head of Academic Operations

Job Description:

The Academic Program Assistant position is a pivotal position within the Pre-College Academic Operations team, responsible for supporting a variety of tasks essential to the Pre-College academic experience. The work of the Academic Program Assistant ensures that day-to-day academic operations run smoothly for all Pre-College parties, including meal procedures, logistics, and student needs. Academic Program Assistants also serve as substitute Academic Proctors and cover shifts as needed. Please note that Pre-College classrooms are spread out across a large campus and Academic Program Assistants walk between classes throughout the academic day.

Perks:

Your summer includes:

- Making a difference through investing in the lives of gifted and high achieving young scholars.
- Working at one of the most prestigious universities in the nation.
- Loving what you do while building your resume.
- Joining a team of dedicated staff who are passionate about developing talent in gifted students.
- Competitive compensation with meals included.

Expectations:

Within their wide array of duties and responsibilities, Pre-College Academic Program Assistants are expected to:

- Be a role model for all student participants and colleagues.
- Implement efficient operations and workflow strategies in a rapidly changing and fast-paced residential program.
- Possess cultural sensitivity awareness and a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
- Liaise between academic and residential life through facilitating effective communication across multiple program areas.
- Uphold and exemplify community values, regulations, and expectations.
- Enthusiastically adapt and pivot as needed to ensure optimal, engaging, and safe student experiences.
- Assist with various administrative duties and processes to ensure smooth operations.
- Thrive in a fast-paced, demanding work environment that requires continuing flexibility, a positive and caring attitude, and collaboration.
- Adhere to PTY’s policies related to confidentiality.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will:

- Be a current undergraduate student, graduate student, or a professional.
- Demonstrate exceptional maturity and character.
- Have experience working within an office or customer service intensive role.
- Have experience communicating with parents or key stakeholders of an organization.
- Embody a strong team player ethic and sense of humor.
- Be able to successfully and positively communicate with individuals of all ages, experiences, and roles.
- Successfully pass the Vanderbilt University criminal background check and online training for working with minors.
- Agree to adhere to all duties before, during, and after the program as outlined in the staff materials.
- Must be able to traverse distances of at least one mile, including stairs, with or without accommodation.
- Must be able to lift and/or maneuver at least 40 lbs. with or without accommodation.

Benefits

Compensation:
$16.00/hr (Non-Residential)
$12.00/hr (Residential; Housing and Meals provided)

*This position is eligible for the returning PTY seasonal staff incentive (https://pty.vanderbilt.edu/precollege-positions/#incentive).
**This position is eligible for the Master’s Degree/ Educator or Counselor Certification incentive (https://pty.vanderbilt.edu/precollege-positions/#incentive).

Program Dates and Times:*

- For a detailed schedule, please see https://pty.vanderbilt.edu/precollege-staff-schedule/.
- The standard weekday shift is 7:30AM-4:30PM in addition to weekend hours.

*dates subject to change