Vanderbilt Pre-College Academic Program Assistant (Summer 2027)

Fore more information about Vanderbilt Pre-College, please visit https://pty.vanderbilt.edu/workatprecollege/.

Job Description:  

The Academic Program Assistant position is a pivotal position within the Pre-College Academic Operations team, responsible for supporting a variety of tasks essential to the Pre-College academic experience. The work of the Academic Program Assistant ensures that day-to-day academic operations run smoothly for all Pre-College parties, including meal procedures, logistics, and student needs. Academic Program Assistants also serve as substitute Academic Proctors and cover shifts as needed. Please note that Pre-College classrooms are spread out across a large campus and Academic Program Assistants walk between classes throughout the academic day.

Perks: 

Your summer includes: 

• Making a difference through investing in the lives of gifted and high achieving young scholars.
  
• Working at one of the most prestigious universities in the nation.  
  
• Loving what you do while building your resume. 
  
• Joining a team of dedicated staff who are passionate about developing talent in gifted students.  
  
• Competitive compensation with meals included.  
  

Expectations: 

Within their wide array of duties and responsibilities, Pre-College Academic Program Assistants are expected to: 

• Be a role model for all student participants and colleagues. 
  
• Implement efficient operations and workflow strategies in a rapidly changing and fast-paced residential program.  
  
• Possess cultural sensitivity awareness and a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
  
• Liaise between academic and residential life through facilitating effective communication across multiple program areas.  
  
• Uphold and exemplify community values, regulations, and expectations. 
  
• Enthusiastically adapt and pivot as needed to ensure optimal, engaging, and safe student experiences. 
  
• Assist with various administrative duties and processes to ensure smooth operations. 
  
• Thrive in a fast-paced, demanding work environment that requires continuing flexibility, a positive and caring attitude, and collaboration. 
  
• Adhere to PTY’s policies related to confidentiality.
  
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
  

Requirements

The ideal candidate will:  

• Be a current undergraduate student, graduate student, or a professional.
  
• Demonstrate exceptional maturity and character.  
  
• Have experience working within an office or customer service intensive role.  
  
• Have experience communicating with parents or key stakeholders of an organization.  
  
• Embody a strong team player ethic and sense of humor. 
  
• Be able to successfully and positively communicate with individuals of all ages, experiences, and roles. 
  
• Successfully pass the Vanderbilt University criminal background check and online training for working with minors.
  
• Agree to adhere to all duties before, during, and after the program as outlined in the staff materials.
  
• Must be able to traverse distances of at least one mile, including stairs, with or without accommodation.
  
• Must be able to lift and/or maneuver at least 40 lbs. with or without accommodation.
  

Benefits

Compensation:

Program Dates and Times:* 

• For a detailed schedule, please see https://pty.vanderbilt.edu/precollege-staff-schedule/. 
  
• The standard weekday shift is 7:30AM-4:30PM in addition to weekend hours.
  

*dates subject to change