Part-Time Science-U Evening Mentor - Eberly College of Science

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

The Office of Science Outreach in the Eberly College of Science is currently seeking enthusiastic applicants for Evening Mentor positions for the Science-U summer science camp program. Successful applicants will be responsible for arranging and supervising evening activities for residential campers outside of daily camp program hours on the University Park, PA campus. These positions are ideal for students who want to have daytime hours free for class or lab work. Applicants must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills and be prepared to be responsible for

O vernight supervision of residential campers

O rganize evening activities in collaboration with other Evening Mentors

M anage camper safety

Requirements:

Demonstrated success and enthusiasm with K-12 students

Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and verbal and written communication skills

Reliability and ability to follow a schedule, which is communicated in advance

Must be prepared to live in Penn State dormitories (single room) from Sunday evenings through Friday mornings

Supervise campers from 4:00 pm through the night to 9:00 am the following morning

Benefits : Average pay of $815 per week (Hourly Rate of $7.59 plus $11.39 per overtime hour). Room and meals during working hours (breakfast and/or dinner) are included for the weeks you are assigned to camp.

How to Apply: Applications must be submitted electronically and should include a cover letter with a statement of interest and any relevant experience, along with a resume. Applicants must also provide the names and contact information for at least two references. Please visit Science-U Employment Opportunities for a complete listing off all Science-U positions available.

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

This position requires the following clearances in addition to applicable background checks: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check.

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