Temporary Upward Bound Non-Credit Lecturer Foundations and Seminars
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East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania
US
Summary
The lecturer will co-teach courses on financial aid and college preparation while providing academic and leadership workshops for high school students. They will also assist students with test result interpretation, resume building, and provide individual counseling as needed.
Job Description
As the Non-Credit Lecturer for Foundations and Seminars you will need to think creatively and be comfortable working with a diverse student population. You will be an active member of the Upward Bound team and will work closely with the Director to help build high school student's skillset for higher education. You will thrive in this role if you like combining your teaching experience and excellent communication skills all while, propelling students towards success. To be successful in this role, you must be detail-oriented, creative, and have strong interpersonal skills.
Your normal hours will be on Saturday's 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM but you may have to flex your schedule from time to time based on the needs of the business to be a true non-credit lecturer. This is a temporary grant funded role from August 28th, 2026, to May 8th, 2027. The role is continually contingent upon this grant funding. When our team shows up for work, they are energized and motivated to succeed - all while being the most crucial piece to keeping the Upward Bound operations humming.
What Will I Do At ESU? (AKA Essential Duties)
- Co-teach courses
pertaining to financial aid / FAFSA. - Aid students
with interpreting PSAT, SAT, and ACT results. - Assist students
in developing pre-college resumes. - Conduct
workshops for students pertaining to leadership, learning styles, decision-making,
and community service. - Intervene and
counsel students as needed and report areas of concern to the program
administrative staff.
What We're Looking For (AKA Qualifications)
- Bachelor’s degree in Psychology or related field. Master’s degree preferred
- Prior experience in TRIO Upward Bound or similar program preferred.
- Experience with local school districts preferred.
- Experience with Word, Excel, Teams required.
- Able to read, write, and comprehend English; able to follow verbal instructions.
What We Offer
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Salary: $28.00 Hourly
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Living by the Warrior Code:
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Accountable for One's Actions
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Committed to Self-Growth
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Willing to Sacrifice for the Greater Good
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Positive, Honest, and Loyal
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Respectful of the Environment and Community
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Dedicated to Empowering Others
Employment Eligibility & University Commitment
Must be at least 18 years old and have English literacy skills. Employment with ESU is contingent on the selected candidate passing a thorough background check that includes: FBI fingerprinting, PA Child Abuse, and employment. We are proud ESU is an equal-opportunity employer. For more information on President Long's 10-point plan, click here: https://www.esu.edu/president/10-action-plan.cfm