Non-OHSU On Track! Student Worker

Oregon Health & Science University•Portland, OR

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The On Track OHSU! Outreach Assistant will assist with in-person visits with schools in North/Northeast Portland, Parkrose and Woodburn School Districts, with time spent in our primary office on Marquam Hill. The Outreach Assistant will facilitate pre-developed lessons with students from 6th-8th grade, prepare materials at our primary office, and support events at OHSU. We are looking for someone who is available two days per week (M-F) who can commit to a minimum of six hours per day during regular working hours for a total of 12-15 hours per week. On Track OHSU! is part of OHSU’s Office of Science Education Opportunities and works to increase the racial diversity of OHSU’s schools and programs and of Oregon’s biomedical workforce. On Track works with students starting in 6th grade and stays with those same students through high school and college. On Track has been working with students since 2013 and is currently partnering with communities in North Portland, Parkrose, Woodburn, Warm Springs, and Chiloquin.

Requirements

Currently a student enrolled in an undergraduate program (minimum 6 credit hours) OR Enrolled in a graduate program (minimum 4.5 credit hours).
Demonstrated experience working with youth
Demonstrated record of reliable attendance, punctuality, and proven successful performance
Reliable method to travel to North/Northeast Portland school sites, Woodburn school sites, and Marquam Hill office
Knowledge of computer hardware and software, especially PowerPoint
Willingness to serve as a positive and professional role model
Flexibility and adaptability
Time management

Nice To Haves

Enrolled in STEM or Education coursework with a strong interest in working with youth in a classroom
Experience leading middle school age youth through activities; past or present participation in a diversity program or group.

Responsibilities

Assist On Track Middle School Coordinator with implementation of pre-developed middle school lessons.
Facilitate and lead in-person visits for 6-8th grade students in Woodburn and North/Northeast Portland schools, including Faubion PreK-8, Harriet Tubman Middle School, Ockley Green Middle School, Vernon K-8, Parkrose Middle School, Valor Middle School, and French Prairie Middle School.
Support with On Track High School and Middle School Events at OHSU.
Work with Program Director and Middle School Program Coordinator to prepare for On Track events, including facilitation, preparation, organization of materials, and event coordination.
Communicate clearly and thoroughly with the Program Director and Middle School Program Coordinator on availability and other aspects pertaining to scheduling and preparation.
Assist in preparation for On Track middle school lessons.
Become familiar with middle school lessons.
Prepare materials, documents, and tools in the primary office needed for middle school visits.
Prepare survey materials.
Organize data by school district.