Lead Summer Mentor and Counselor

The Lead Summer Mentor / Tutor Counselor provides supervision and coordination for Upward Bound summer tutor mentors and supports daily program operations. This role focuses on mentor leadership, communication, and program implementation to ensure a safe, organized, and engaging summer experience for participating high school students.

Responsibilities

Participate in staff orientation. Full participation is a condition of employment; Supervise Upward Bound tutor mentors during daily summer programming; Conduct regular check-ins and weekly meetings with tutor mentors; Provide guidance, coordination, and support to undergraduate mentor staff; Monitor mentor attendance, engagement, and responsibilities; Support planning and onsite supervision of field trips, workshops, and special events; Assist with program setup, transitions, and daily operations as needed; Communicate regularly with Upward Bound staff and administrative leadership; Enforce Upward Bound expectations, policies, and safety procedures; Carry out additional duties as assigned by Upward Bound leadership

Requirements

Experience working with high school students in tutoring, mentoring, or youth programs; Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills; Ability to supervise and support a group of college student mentors; Commitment to supporting low-income and first-generation students; Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced summer program environment

Nice to have

Upper class college students or graduate students preferred; Familiarity with Upward Bound and/or TRIO programs is a plus