Counselor​/Teaching Assistant Summer

Counselor/Teaching Assistant Summer Away

Join to apply for the Counselor/Teaching Assistant Summer Away role at Bridge to Enter Advanced Mathematics (BEAM).

Posted 3 days ago, be among the first 25 applicants.

The mission of BEAM is to create pathways for students from low‑income and underserved communities to become scientists, mathematicians, engineers, and computer scientists. Led by staff with the same technical backgrounds, BEAM believes that pathways to STEM careers are created through community, individual support, and access to advanced work typically outside most school curricula. We work to directly support students and help transition them to other enrichment programs that enable their future success.

BEAM’s model provides continuous support from middle school through college graduation, including intense academic summer programs, weekend classes, mentoring, and STEM‑focused support through college. In addition to academic content, community involvement is a key part of our mission.

• Supervise students.
• Run social and community activities.
• Build a positive social environment.
• Work with students on mathematics, both one‑on‑one and as a teaching assistant.
• Live in the dorms as a student hall leader during Summer Away.

• Strong mathematically.
• Reliable and able to take initiative.
• Charismatic and able to make students have fun.
• At least 18 years old by the beginning of the program.
• Authorized to work for an employer in the US; sponsorship for work visas not available. International students eligible for CPT or OPT are welcome.

• Work with an awesome team, including a Site Director and Director of Student Life, and a trained guidance counselor.
• Opportunity to exercise leadership skills in a fun environment.

• The initial step is to submit your application, including an unofficial transcript, resume, and responses to short application questions, via our online portal.
• If you are interested in being considered for multiple locations, you only need to complete one application.
• When your application is complete, we will follow up with next steps. The final step of the process is an interview with an experienced BEAM staff member.
• For accommodation requests related to the job application process, please contact HR at accommodations.

• Hours:
  
  Residential program; counselors will average around 9 hours on duty per day.
• Dates/
  
  Location:
• Harvey Mudd College in Claremont, California
  • All Staff Pre‑camp Training: 06/24 – 06/27
  • Camp: 06/28 – 07/19
  • Staff Wrap‑up: 07/20 – 07/22
• Marist University, New York
  • All Staff Pre‑camp Training: 07/01 – 07/04
  • Camp: 07/05 – 07/26
  • Staff Wrap‑up: 07/27 – 07/29
• Compensation: $19.50 per hour.

• Transportation expenses to/from staff’s residence to a BEAM Summer Away campus location are covered by BEAM within approved travel guidelines.
• Free dorm room, breakfast/lunch/dinner, and laundry access through all training and camp days.

Beyond a commitment to non‑discrimination, we are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

BEAM is an equal opportunity employer and does not unlawfully discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of an individual’s race, ethnicity, religion, color, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, immigration or citizenship status, veteran status, marital or partnership status, familial status, caregiver status, age (18 or older), genetic characteristics, disability, creed, domestic violence survivor status, sexual violence or stalking, unemployment status, salary history, credit history, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.

All personnel decisions are made in accordance with the principles of equal employment opportunity and subject only to valid job‑related requirements for employment, benefits, or promotional opportunities.

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