Hope College
TRiO Upward Bound
Program
Responsibilities
 Participate in staff orientation, staff meetings
and in-service training.
 Assist in the development of curriculum,
needs assessments, pre and post-tests.
 Develop and implement course objectives,
syllabus and evaluations.
Responsibilities
 Provide classroom management and
instruction to assigned academic courses.
 Provide a comprehensive, written mid-term
and final evaluation on each program
participant enrolled in classes.
 Develop and participate in field trips.
 Perform other duties as assigned by the
Director.
Minimum Qualifications
 Bachelors degree and possess a valid
Michigan teaching certificate.
 Experience working with low income and
first generation students.
 Previous teaching experience.
Accountability
 Upward Bound Instructors report to the
Director.
OFFICE HOURS
 The Upward Bound office hours are from
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
 The secretarial staff will alternate lunch hours
so that the office remains open throughout the
lunch hour.
 If you need to get into the office earlier than
7:30 a.m. or be here later than 5:00 p.m.
please make prior arrangements with Debbie.
STAFF MEETINGS
Upward Bound summer teachers are expected
to attend daily scheduled meetings throughout
the Summer Session.
Your input and participation are very important!
 If you will be late or unable to attend a scheduled
meeting, please let us know by calling (616) 3957745.
 In your absence, please read the minutes to bring
yourself up to date on schedule changes, student
concerns, etc.
TIME CARDS
 All time cards need to be completed and
signed before 12:00 p.m. on Fridays.
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time spent in the classroom.
all scheduled pre-summer planning meetings.
summer staff training dates.
all daily staff meetings.
End of summer staff meeting (9 a.m., Friday, July
29).
 One half hour per day prep time should be added
to your time card each week for teachers teaching
2 classes or more per day
 Fifteen minutes per day should be added for
teachers teaching 1 class per day
 Additional time should be added (amount to be
determined) for filling out student midterm/final
evaluations
(This will help cover the time spent filling out
homework sheets.)
 Time off between classes is not paid.
Some exceptions will be made (teachers with
independent studies etc.).
 Extra curricular activities are not paid.
 All exceptions must have prior approval from the
Director.
PAYRATES
 The base rate for teachers is $20.60 per hour.
 Teachers will receive wage increases based
on budget increases from the U.S.
Department of Education.
Sample Timecard
STAFF I.D.’S
All Upward Bound part-time staff will be issued a
Hope College I.D. and lab access cards.
 The I.D.'s are normally issued for the number
of weeks teachers are employed by the UB
program.
 Teachers who work during both the summer
and academic year will receive a year round
I.D.
 Campus Safety issues the access cards.
These need to be returned or paid for, if lost.
MAIL
 Teachers should check their mailboxes each
morning and again before leaving in the
afternoon.
 The Office Assistant will go to the mailroom
and copy center twice a day, at 10 a.m. and at 2
p.m.
 Incoming mail and requested typing/copying
will be placed in your mailboxes.
COPYING / TYPING
 A work order form must be completed for each
work request.
 The secretarial staff needs eight hours lead
time for all copying that is sent to Copy Center.
 The secretarial staff needs at least one hour
lead time to make copies in the office.
COPYING
Copying must be sent to Copy Center if your
work request includes the following:
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copies need to be three-hole punched
copies need to be cut in half
copies need to be different colors
copies need to be on cover stock
copies require special binding
more than 15 copies of one original are
needed.
Copies will be made in the UB office if your
work request includes the following:
 less than 15 copies of one original are
needed
 originals need to be made from a book or
article
CASA and Upward Bound Programs share
the office copy machine.
 programs will again be running
simultaneously this year
 it is difficult to make last minute copies
It will be helpful if:
 You plan ahead and pick up your
copies/supplies from your mailboxes before
they are needed.
The main office gets very busy, especially in
the morning when classes are in session;
therefore, it may not always be possible for
someone from the office to deliver last minute
copies and supplies to your classroom.
Word Processing
 The secretarial staff needs a minimum of one
day’s notice to complete all word processing
requests.
Office supplies available to
you!
 copy paper (some
colors available)
lined yellow paper
poster board
pencils, crayons,
markers
graph paper
glue, tape
 stapler and staples
 white out
 compasses, rulers,
scissors, calculators
& staplers
 dictionaries
 thesauruses
 All non-consumable supplies need to be
checked out with either the secretary or
the office assistants.
 Supplies you need for your classes that are not
currently available in the office, may be
requested of Debbie.
 Monday (afternoon) is Meijer Run Day for any
new supplies needed.
 Supplies that need to be ordered from out of
town will require more lead time.
Office equipment
available to you!
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typewriter
computers
adding machine
paper cutter
three hole punch
Other equipment may be requested for
your use through Hope College Technical
Services.
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Overhead projectors
TV/VCR/DVD
Fans
Screens
Computer Labs (must be reserved
through Debbie ahead of time)
 An equipment/lab request form needs to
be completed and given to Debbie 24
hours in advance.
HOMEWORK
 On an average, students should have about 2
hours of homework per night; however, quality is
more important than quantity (approximately 1/2
hour per class).
 Students are expected to complete homework on
time
 Feel free to give homework over the weekend.
 Please assist us in monitoring students’ use of their
Planners. Every student has one!
HOMEWORK TIME(S)
 Scheduled coaching (Power Hour) sessions.
 The last 15 minutes of T/TH classes.
 The administrative staff and one or more of the
tutor advisors will monitor the coaching sessions.
 Students also have free time in the evening to
study and may sign up for late night study if they
need extra time.
Homework Book
 All teachers are expected to place their homework
assignments on Moodle before 3:00 p.m. each
day.
 Homework assignments and any special
instructions should be included as well as the
names of any students missing assignments.
Upward Bound strives
to:
 foster independence in our students
 teach students to become responsible, life-long
learners
However…
 Student progress is evaluated on an
individual basis
 Students are expected to meet or surpass
course requirements established and
monitored by course instructor
 Instructors will follow up with student in or
after class
 The administrative staff will follow up with
students as recommended by instructors
Midterm / Final Evaluations
Instructors are expected to assess individual student
progress and assist the student to develop a plan
of action to accomplish student identified goals.
 Syllabus and objectives due on June 14.
 Midterm Evaluations due on July 5.
 Final Evaluations due on August 5.
Upon completion of
evaluations
The Upward Bound staff will:
 review each evaluation
 follow up appropriately with students
 place one copy of evaluation in the student's
file
 mail a copy of evaluation out to the parents
 monitor student progress
Instructors help students
meet Program expectations
 Students are expected to treat Upward Bound staff,
other students and college property with respect.
 Food and beverages are allowed in the classrooms
with teacher permission. Students are responsible
for disposing of trash in designated areas.
 Staff & students should monitor noise level as
there are many other students, faculty and guests
on Hope’s campus during the summer.
Students are encouraged to stay away from
property that is not theirs (other offices, elevators
etc.).
 Problems outside the classroom should be
reported to the Program Director.
 The Director will take appropriate action.
CONFIDENTIALITY
 Please respect the students' right to privacy and
confidentiality.
 It is important that all staff refrain from talking
about any student in another student's presence
and that criticism remain constructive with the
students' best interests in mind.
Program follow up may
include:
 UB staff meeting with the student(s)
individually
 Monitoring student progress closely
 Meeting with students on a regular basis
 Suggesting/providing additional tutoring
 Providing remedial instruction
 Assisting students to develop study skills,
learning techniques and/or organizational skills
 Informing parents of the student's progress
 Student dismissal
ACTIVITIES
There are several afternoon/evening activities
planned throughout the Summer Session.
 Not all are mandatory for instructors;
however, you are encouraged to attend them
if at all possible.
Mark your calendar!
All Staff Orientation/Training
June 12 (9:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.)
June 13 (8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.)
June 14 (8:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.)
The tutor advisors, teachers and
administrative staff have an opportunity to
get to know and learn one another in
preparation for a great start to the
summer session!
Holland 100: July 16
This is an annual fundraiser benefitting
the Upward Bound Scholarship Fund.
Juniors, Seniors and UB staff provide
refreshments at four different rest stops
for the Holland 100 Bike Tour.
Pretty Lake: June 16
The focus of the Pretty Lake experience
is teambuilding and goal setting in
preparation for the rigorous 6 week
Summer Session. Teachers are paid for
participation in this activity.
Recognition Celebration: July 27
Celebrate the academic
accomplishments of your students
during a special celebration picnic in the
Pine Grove! Department Awards are
given to ONE or TWO students.
Mark your calendar!
Post-Testing: July 28
Students will follow an
abbreviated schedule for posttesting.
Staff Celebration: July 29
Enjoy coffee, tea or your favorite
soft drink in the company of the
UB summer staff. It is a time to
reflect on the accomplishments of
the 6 weeks and provide
suggestions for improvement.
This event will take place in the
UB office.
UB Live: A Showcase of Culture &
Talent July 28, 6:00 p.m.
Traditions are a part of just about every
family, especially when it comes to food.
Parents, staff and community members
are asked to share one of their special
traditional foods topped off by an evening
of entertainment.
Monday, August 1
The UB Office is closed.