About the role#
This is a student employment position for the academic year. You will support the Office of Access, Opportunity, and Achievement (OAOA) by helping peers with their academic, social, and personal development. This role involves building community and trust within the OAOA network while gaining professional experience. You will report to the CSTEP Coordinator and work up to 12 hours per week.
What you'll do#
- Provide academic and socio-emotional support to students.
- Maintain regular contact with OAOA students.
- Plan, market, and manage events, including creating event budgets.
- Keep the office space clean and organized.
- Compile program evaluations and handle general office tasks.
- Offer evening and weekend hours to ensure student access to program spaces.
- Adhere to confidentiality and privacy standards regarding student support services.
- Participate in development activities, including training sessions and meetings.
What you'll need#
- Membership in CSTEP or CSTEM is required.
- Familiarity with the programs and services offered by the Office of Access, Opportunity, and Achievement.
- Ability to connect with other students.
- A willingness to embrace growth.
- An understanding of the impact OAOA programs have on students.
- Majors in Psychology, Sociology, Human Resources, Communications, or Business Administration are encouraged to apply.
Location & details#
- Location: Ithaca, New York.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Fall 2026 through Winter 2027.
- Pay: $16.00 per hour.
About Ithaca College
Ithaca College is a private higher education institution based in New York. Founded in 1892 as a music conservatory, the school now offers over 90 majors and 70 minors across five distinct schools. It maintains a staff of 1,001 to 5,000 employees. The college emphasizes liberal arts education and provides small class sizes for its students.
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