Overview

• This is a first shift position with hours of 8 am – 4 pm.
• Project EXPLORE is a residential camp for young adults with disabilities. Counselors will play an active role in providing a positive experience to young adults aged 14 – 21 with disabilities visiting the University of Iowa campus. There will always be an On-Call Supervisor for assistance if needed.

Academic Associate Responsibilities

• Report directly to the Academic Lead Instructor.
• Perform duties assigned by the Academic Lead Instructor and Program Director.
• Report all incidents to the Academic Lead Instructor or Program Director.
• Assist with academic instruction.
• Provide individualized (for example: reading assistance for a student with learning disabilities, assisting a student to write) and small group support and supervision during all activities including lunch.
• Provide support for the students attending Project EXPLORE.
• Model and encourage acceptable social behaviors.
• Implement and adhere to university policies and procedures.
• Organize and distribute resource materials.
• Set up in-person activities.
• Assist with coordination of field trips.
• Provide support and supervision during field trips and activities.
• Facilitate small group exercises.
• Assist with program opening and closing activities.
• Assist with check-in/check-out of all participants.
• Assist with weekly evaluations.
• Interact with the faculty, participants, and administrative staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Ability to work the assigned shift.
• Previous experience training, or coursework related to supporting, students in an academic setting.
• A minimum of a high school education plus two years of college or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with a team.
• Display a positive attitude.
• Ability to think quickly in fast-paced situations.
• Demonstrate patience, organization, and a desire to see others succeed.

Desired Qualifications

• Previous experience working with individuals with disabilities is strongly encouraged.
• Degree or seeking a degree in the field of education or related field.
• Preference is given to individuals currently or recently attending college and to individuals with previous experience working with junior high and high school youth with disabilities.
• CPR/AED/First Aid certified.

Work Hours

• June 7 – June 9 (Mandatory Training)
• June 12 – June 16
• July 10 – July 14

Training Requirements

• Criminal Background Check upon hire
• Minors on Campus online training
• Blood Pathogen training
• Attend trainings that occur June 7 – 9

Rate of Pay

• $15 per hour