Join the Thrive Scholars Team as a College Readiness Teaching Assistant and Empower Underrepresented Students to Thrive in Top Colleges and Careers
Thrive Scholars, a pioneering organization dedicated to empowering high-achieving, diverse, and underrepresented students, is seeking a College Readiness Teaching Assistant to join our team. As a College Readiness Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting our students as they prepare for the challenges of selective institutions. If you are passionate about education, have a strong understanding of college-level math or writing, and are committed to fostering a sense of community and belonging among our students, we encourage you to apply.
About Thrive Scholars
Thrive Scholars provides comprehensive and data-driven programs to support high-achieving, diverse, and underrepresented students, including students of color from under-resourced communities, as they navigate the path to top colleges and meaningful careers. Our program model focuses on key inflection points that can make the difference between graduating from any college and graduating from a top college with the grades, degree, career skills, and network needed to thrive in any career.
The Program
Our Summer Academy has long been the keystone of our Six-Year Program, offering intensive college-preparatory courses taught by college instructors. We are expanding our impact by establishing community-based Thrive Academies in cities across the United States. Our College Readiness Teaching Assistants will play a crucial role in supporting our students as they prepare for the challenges of selective institutions.
The Students
Our students are high-achieving and identify as underrepresented, including first-generation college-goers, students of color, and those from under-resourced communities, with an average high school GPA of 3.9 on a 4.0 scale. They are eager to learn, inquisitive, and highly motivated to succeed.
The Position
As a College Readiness Teaching Assistant, you will work with a faculty member to administer a college math or writing course to our students. You will foster a sense of community with your assigned students, emphasizing belonging, connectedness, and resilience in a new environment. This role provides the opportunity to co-create and nurture a culture of safety that maximizes student engagement and learning.
Key Responsibilities:
- Serve as the Teaching Assistant for two sections of a college-level math or writing course in collaboration with a faculty member.
- Administer lessons, lectures, and interactive activities to ensure students grasp key concepts.
- Provide support during class hours, addressing student questions and clarifying complex topics.
- Collaborate with the faculty member to design and implement effective teaching strategies for college readiness.
- Build a supportive community among assigned students, fostering a sense of belonging and connectedness.
- Implement unique and engaging methods to start each class period, creating a positive and inclusive learning environment.
- Develop shared meanings and motivation mantras with students to promote resilience and a growth mindset.
- Communicate concerns for students who may display signs of disengagement to the Site Director.
- Co-create and facilitate a culture of safety that encourages deep engagement and participation in the learning process.
- Serve as a mentor to students, providing guidance on academic and personal development in preparation for the challenges of selective institutions.
- Foster a collaborative learning environment that encourages peer support and knowledge sharing among students.
Qualifications and Experience:
Essential Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree required.
- Can demonstrate competency in college-level calculus (ranging from pre-calculus to multivariable calculus, including a high comfort level with statistics) or college-level writing.
- Can demonstrate effectiveness in supporting and teaching assigned course subjects in a university setting.
- Superior interpersonal skills and ability to build effective relationships with students, faculty, and staff.
- High level of dependability and strong commitment to ensuring the health and safety of participants at all times.
- Enthusiasm and ability to work in a high-energy environment, foster positivity and energy among high-school and college students.
- Ability to independently manage multiple priorities.
- Uphold and enforce the values, policies, and procedures of Thrive Scholars as outlined in the program manual.
- Ability to exercise sound decision-making and maintain confidentiality.
- Ability to maintain professional boundaries.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in a learning environment such as a summer camp, school, academic summer program, or residential high school.
- Experience working with a diverse community of high school and college students.
- CPR and First Aid certification.
Work Environment and Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a seasonal employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this role:
- Frequent sitting, talking, and listening, and occasional walking, bending, stooping, and pulling.
- Handle and operate computers, tools, or controls.
- Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
- See clearly in an indoor and outdoor environment.
- Work in an indoor classroom environment that may not have air conditioning in the summer.
- Travel off campus (transportation will be provided and advance notice will be given if required).
What We Offer:
As a College Readiness Teaching Assistant with Thrive Scholars, you will have the opportunity to:
- Make a meaningful impact on the lives of underrepresented students.
- Work with a talented and dedicated team of educators and professionals.
- Develop your teaching and mentoring skills in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- Gain experience working with a diverse community of high school and college students.
- Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package.
How to Apply:
If you are passionate about education and committed to empowering underrepresented students, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please submit your application, including your resume and a cover letter, to [insert contact information].
Thrive Scholars provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status. Knowing their importance to the success of our work, Thrive Scholars is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and we aspire to build a diverse staff team and community. We strongly encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.
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