UVU Coordinator(s)
Teens Act is a nonprofit based in Provo with program services in Utah County. Our mission is to empower underserved high school students to graduate from high school and go on to higher education. We are looking for passionate individuals who can assist in implementing the Teens Act programs in their local communities by recruiting; training, and supporting Teens Act volunteer mentors and interns at Utah Valley University and to support and develop further connections between UVU and the communities it serves. We are a partner with the Center for Social Impact, have a growing partnership with First Generation and Retention, and Honors program through CAL, as well as with TRIO and other programs and services at UVU and are looking to improve and increase those relationships.
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
# of Positions: 2
Note: This is a volunteer, credit earning internship, or limited stipend opportunity
Deadline: Open until filled and priority will be given to early applicants
Hours: 2 - 12+ hours a week, + hours are available for internships
Location: Primarily at UVU but familiarity with program services including those at high schools in Provo School District and Orem Junior High in Alpine School District
We follow local, county, and state policies in response to COVID 19.
Office is available to use: 363 N University Avenue #116, Provo, UT
How to Apply: Submit a resume to contact@teensact.org
Questions: Contact by email (contact@teensact.org) or call/text Gary Lacock 801-360-7135
Visit www.teensact.org for more information about Teens Act
Teens Act is a nonprofit based in Provo with program services in Utah County. Our mission is to empower underserved high school students to graduate from high school and go on to higher education. We are looking for passionate individuals who can assist in implementing the Teens Act programs in their local communities by recruiting; training, and supporting Teens Act volunteer mentors and interns at Utah Valley University and to support and develop further connections between UVU and the communities it serves. We are a partner with the Center for Social Impact, have a growing partnership with First Generation and Retention, and Honors program through CAL, as well as with TRIO and other programs and services at UVU and are looking to improve and increase those relationships.
Responsibilities:
- Assist in supporting and developing the relationship of Teens Act with the UVU Community and it's outreach.
- Recruit necessary volunteer mentors and other community volunteers by working with Utah Valley University professors and staff, especially through the Center for Social Impact, First Generation and Retention, and Honors programs through CAL, as well as through TRIO and other programs and services at UVU including through UVU education and related departments.
- Attend a weekly team meeting at the Teens Act office in Provo or at your College/University if more appropriate.
- Work at least 7-9 hours a week.
Qualifications:
- Ability to work required hours.
- Strong writing and communication skills.
- Ability to present to professionals and educators.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Drive.
- Self-motivated, proactive, team player.
- Experience in teaching, mentoring, and/or working with youth is a plus.
- Ability to communicate in both English and Spanish is a plus.
# of Positions: 2
Note: This is a volunteer, credit earning internship, or limited stipend opportunity
Deadline: Open until filled and priority will be given to early applicants
Hours: 2 - 12+ hours a week, + hours are available for internships
Location: Primarily at UVU but familiarity with program services including those at high schools in Provo School District and Orem Junior High in Alpine School District
We follow local, county, and state policies in response to COVID 19.
Office is available to use: 363 N University Avenue #116, Provo, UT
How to Apply: Submit a resume to contact@teensact.org
Questions: Contact by email (contact@teensact.org) or call/text Gary Lacock 801-360-7135
Visit www.teensact.org for more information about Teens Act