The University of Wyoming invites diverse applicants to consider our employment opportunities. We are also especially interested in candidates who have experience working with diverse populations and/or diverse initiatives.

JOB TITLE:

Upward Bound Summer Program 2024 Research Mentor

JOB PURPOSE:

Design and deliver an age-appropriate, four-week curriculum that encompasses a range of participant ages and learning styles provided to multiple grade levels.

Dates of summer program (including training) are May 29^th-July 2^nd 2024

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Research mentors and instructors assigned to a research project will meet to discuss academic goals and educational plans at least twice prior to the beginning of the summer program in early June.

- Deliver lectures, group work, and experiential activities to effectively communicate subject matter to a wide range of learning. Assist participants with computer skills necessary to facilitate their research paper.

- Collaborate with Composition & Literature instructors to assign a reading list to be completed as part of the Composition & Literature class. Readings should be relevant to the general research topic and discussed in both the Research and the Composition & Literature courses.

* Actively participate in participants' academic success, including, but not limited to, periodically attending other classes, mentoring, and helping participants prepare their research paper and poster presentation.

-Be available to teach Mon-Thurs afternoons 1pm-3pm and Friday mornings 8am-10am and be available for one study hall per week Mon-Wed afternoons 3pm-5pm

- Attend all weekly academic meetings, as required.

REMOTE WORK ELIGIBILITY:

This position provides vital support to campus customers and requires the successful candidate be available to work on campus.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree

Valid driver's license with a motor vehicle record (MVR) compliant with the .

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Completion of at least one year of graduate study

Doctoral degree or candidate preferred

REQUIRED MATERIALS:

Complete the online application and upload the following for a complete application: cover letter, resume or C.V. and contact information for three work-related references.

- Valid driver's license and ability to pass a UW Motor Vehicle Record check for professional travel is required

- Successful criminal background check necessary for working with minors is required

- Current certification in First Aid and CPR is required and will be provided during the week of training..

-Current students please upload a copy of your most recent transcripts, or email to

-Please upload an example lesson plan you would use in your mentorship course and include your specific area of study/what field of study your mentorship would focus on. You can also email to felicia.killworth@uwyo.edu

HIRING STATEMENT:

UW is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. We are committed to a multicultural environment and strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please call 307-766-2377 or email .

ABOUT LARAMIE:

The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a town of 30,000 in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research and outreach. The university has state-of-the-art facilities in many areas and the community provides the advantages of a major university.

Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado's Front Range, a bustling group of metropolitan cities including Denver, Boulder, and Fort Collins. This beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit