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Arizona State University is hiring a College & Career Readiness Assistant to support the Tohono O'odham Nation's Tribal K12 schools. The role involves designing and facilitating culturally relevant college and career readiness programs, providing tutoring and mentoring, leading cultural programs, and engaging with the community to foster educational and career success among students.

Highlights

Design and implement college and career readiness programs tailored for Tribal K12 students.
Provide one-on-one and group tutoring; mentor students in academic and career development.
Lead or assist in cultural programs celebrating Tribal heritage and traditions.
Engage with students, families, and tribal community members to build strong relationships.
Collaborate with grant teams, school staff, and community leaders to ensure program effectiveness.
Required to travel to or reside within tribal communities for program delivery.
Technical skills include program evaluation, data collection, and workshop facilitation.
Minimum qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalent experience/training.
Desired qualifications: Pursuing or completed degree in relevant fields, experience with tribal communities, tutoring, mentoring, and educational program design.
Compensation ranges from $21.00 to $23.00 per hour, depending on experience; position is part-time and grant funded.

College & Career Readiness Assistant Full Description

Job Profile:Administrative Support Assistant 1 Non-Exempt

Job Family:Administrative Support

Time Type:Part time

Max Pay - Depends on experience:$23.00 USD Hourly

Apply before 11:59 PM Arizona time the day before the posted End Date.

Minimum Qualifications:High School Diploma; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Job Profile Summary:
Supports a team or department through clerical support which may include data maintenance.

Job Description:

Location: Tohono O'odham Nation

We are hiring a dynamic and dedicated College and Career Readiness Assistant to serve the Tohono O'odham Nation. Assistant will support Tribal K12 schools in fostering educational and career success by designing and facilitating college and career readiness programs, conducting research, providing administrative support, and leading or supporting community events and school programs. These roles require travel to, or residence in, the respective communities and offer a unique opportunity to work closely with students and community members in the Tohono O'odham Nation.

Position Salary Range:

$21.00 - $23.00 per hour; DOE

Essential Duties:

Program Design and Facilitation:
- Assist with the implementation of college and career readiness programs tailored to the needs of Tribal K12 students.
- Create engaging workshops and activities that help to prepare students for post-secondary education and/or career opportunities.
- Implement programs and activities that help students develop a growth mindset and build confidence.
- Collaborate with the grant team, school staff, and community leaders to ensure programs are culturally relevant and effective.
Tutoring and Mentoring:
- Provide one-on-one and group tutoring sessions to support students' academic achievement.
- Mentor students, offering guidance on academic, career, and personal development.
- Track and assess student progress, adjusting support strategies as needed.
Cultural Program Leadership:
- Lead or assist in the development and facilitation of cultural programs that celebrate and preserve Tribal heritage and traditions.
- Organize events and activities that promote cultural awareness and pride among students.
- Engage with community members to incorporate their knowledge and expertise into cultural programming.
Community Engagement:
- Build strong relationships with students, families, and tribal community members.
- Participate in community events and meetings to stay connected and responsive to community needs.
- Act as an ambassador for the organization, promoting its mission and values within the community.
Travel and On-Site Work:
- Travel to or reside in designated tribal communities to deliver programs and services.
- Adapt to different community settings and maintain flexibility in scheduling and program delivery.

Desired Qualifications:

Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Education, Social Work, Indigenous Studies, Youth Development, or a related field.
Experience in designing and facilitating educational programs or workshops.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to connect with K12 students of various ages.
Demonstrated interest in working with tribal communities and understanding of cultural sensitivity.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a proactive and adaptable approach.
Willingness to travel frequently or reside in tribal communities as required.
Previous experience in tutoring, mentoring, or youth development.
Familiarity with tribal cultures, histories, and contemporary issues.
Skills in program evaluation and data collection.

Working Environment:

Activities are performed in Tribal communities and K12 schools. Some may be in an environmentally controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting, keyboarding and manipulating a computer mouse (85%).
Frequently required to travel.
Frequent bending, reaching, lifting, pushing and pulling up to 25 pounds (40%).
Ability to regularly change priorities to accomplish tasks with frequent interruptions.
Ability to clearly communicate verbally, read, write, see and hear to perform essential functions.

***This is a grant funded position. Continuation is contingent on future grant funding.***

Department Statement:

Career Services provides commensurate programs, services, and resources at all four Phoenix area locations, as well as ASU Online. Staff work collaboratively with CS leadership and staff at each location, and as part of the Educational Outreach and Student Services (EOSS) Vice Presidential area. EOSS provides the ASU student community with support services, involvement opportunities and a rich Sun Devil experience to assist students in achieving their personal and academic goals. Members of the ASU community aspire to live the Sun Devil Way, creating and sustaining a community that exemplifies achievement, engagement and responsibility.

Driving Requirement:Driving is not required for this position.

Location:Arizona State University ASU

Funding:Grant Funded

Instructions to Apply:

Current Employees and Students should apply directly within Workdayusing the Jobs Hub. Use this link and log in using SSO:

https://www.myworkday.com/asu/d/inst/1$9925/9925$13339.htmld

To be considered, your application must include all of the following attachments:

Cover letter
Resume/CV

Note: Multiple documents can be submitted into the attachment box. Alternatively, merge all documents into one PDF for submission.

Please include all employment information in month/year format (e.g., 6/88 to 8/94), job title, job duties and name of employer for each position. Resume should clearly illustrate how prior knowledge and experience meets the Minimum and Desired qualifications of this position. NOTE: GA and Intern positions are counted as .5 for job experience (ie. 1 year equals 6 months experience equivalency). Only electronic applications are accepted for this position.

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ASU Statement:

Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions inclusive excellence, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.

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Employment Verification Statement:

ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

Background Check Statement:

ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.

Fingerprint Check Statement:This position is considered safety/security sensitive and will include a fingerprint check. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the fingerprint check.

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