2015 Application Materials for College Freshman Applying
for the Position of Alumnae Program Intern
Teaching Session: June 10-July 24, 2015
Submitting an Application to Work at Aspire
Phase 1: Written Application
To begin the process, you must send a written application, a resume, list of references, and an
official college or university transcript to the Aspire office. The review process begins as
applications are received. The application deadline is February 9, 2015.
Phase 1: Checklist (materials due in the Aspire office by 2/9/2015)
 Written Application
 Resume
 References
 Official College/University Transcript
Phase 2: Interviews (March)
Some candidates are selected as finalists and are invited to interview. These interviews are
scheduled in advance and typically last about 45 minutes. In some cases, a second interview
may be scheduled.
Aspire Program Calendar 2015
February 9
Alumnae Intern application due
March
Interviews of finalists
June 10- 16
Faculty and Staff Orientation
June 17
Opening Day for Students
July 3
Program Closed for Fourth of
July
July 22
Closing Day for Students
July 24
Closing Day for Faculty
The Aspire Program
Hathaway Brown School
19600 North Park Blvd.
Shaker Heights, OH 44122
216-320-8776 (phone)
aspire@hb.edu
www.hb.edu/aspire
What to Consider When Applying to Teach at Aspire-Academy Teacher
Commitment:
Candidates must be available to work the entire session, Monday through Friday from 8:15 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Due
to the nature of the Intern position, hours are flexible and accommodations for other classes, program, and jobs
can be made with advanced notice to the Director.
The program runs from June 10 – July 25, 2014. (Aspire is closed July 3rd for the Fourth of July.) Attendance at two
or three evening events during the summer is also required.
Eligibility:
The Alumnae Program Intern position is open to college freshman who are interested in careers in education, nonprofit management and special event planning. A passion for working with young people, and significant mentoring
and leadership experience are preferred qualifications for this position.
Compensation: Negotiable and based on experience
Description of the Academy Teacher position
Aspire is seeking a responsible, creative individual for the position of Alumnae Program Intern. The Alumnae Program
Intern supports the 9th grade Academy Teachers by assisting in the facilitation of that program. The Alumnae Program
Intern also supports the program leadership in a number of essential elements of the core program. Finally, the
Alumnae Program Intern is responsible for the planning and execution of the annual Aspire Alumnae Homecoming event
in July.
Primary responsibilities for the Alumnae Program Intern are:
1. Aspire Alumnae Homecoming & Magazine
Plan and execute the Aspire alumnae homecoming. Coordinate speakers & schedules, create advertisements
and manage RSVPs, order supplies and organize logistics.
Gather data on program alumnae, interview program graduates and write articles for the alumnae magazine.
2. 9th Grade Academy
Serve as a support to Academy Teachers in the planning and implementation of that program. These supports
includes teaching and mentoring middle school students, assisting with supportive tasks, reflecting and
discussing student progress and program development. The Alumnae Program Intern will offer some Activity &
Choice periods, assist with morning meetings, and help establish a positive tone and feeling of community.
The Intern will also assist with other supportive tasks such as: greeting/saying goodbye to students, helping
with lunch and snack, and other tasks as necessary. The Alumnae Program Intern will also regularly participate
in meetings and special events outside of the school day (specifically Family Night and Closing Ceremony).
3. Administrative functions
The Alumnae Program Intern will also support the Assistant to the Director and the Director with other
administrative tasks, such as copying, answering telephones, hanging fliers, etc.
4. Teach an Aspire workshop
Alumnae Program Intern offers a 50-minute workshop on a topic of their choosing. Workshops that have been
offered in the past have been: dance, LEGO robotics, Lacrosse, Book Binding, Sign Language, etc.
ALUMNAE PROGRAM INTERN APPLICATION 2015
Due February 9, 2015. Type or print neatly in black ink. Please submit your completed application and all
supporting materials to aspire@hb.edu.
Section 1: Applicant Information
Part A: Contact Information
Name ______________________________________________________________________________________
College _____________________________________________________________________________________
Year (circle one)
Senior
Junior
Sophomore
Freshman –
(considered only under special circumstances)
Are you authorized to work in the United States? (circle one)
Yes / No
Are you or will you be CPR certified by June 2015? (circle one)
Yes / No
Do you have a personal laptop computer that you can use during the summer session? (circle one)
Yes / No
If yes, is it a
(circle one)
PC
Mac
Other __________________________________________________
Mailing Address
____________________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________
Telephone ________________________________________ Email ______________________________________________
Permanent Address
____________________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________
Permanent Telephone ___________________________________ Date of Birth ______________________________
The Aspire Program is interested in working with a diverse population. Please check the box(es) that most accurately
reflects the racial or ethnic group with which you identify. We recognize that this list is not all-inclusive and hope
that you will use “other,” when appropriate.
Asian American
□ Chinese
□ Japanese
□ South Asian
□ Korean
□ Pacific Islander
□ Southeast Asian
□ Other___________
Hispanic/Latino/Latina
□ Caribbean
□ Central, South American
□ Mexican, Chicano/Chicana
□ Puerto Rican
□ Other ___________
Black
□ African
□ African American
□ West Indian, Caribbean
□ Other ___________
Have you ever applied to work at Aspire? (circle one) Yes/ No
Are you an Aspire alumna? (circle one) Yes/ No
Other
□ Biracial/Multiracial
□ Caucasian, White
□ Native American Indian
□ Other ___________
If so, when? __________________________
If so, Aspire Class of _____________________________
Section 2: Personal Responses (Please attach your responses to your completed application)
1. The Aspire Alumnae Association annually hosts Alumnae Homecoming. This event is designed to offer workshops
and speakers to support the development of high school and college students. Describe a workshop that you would
offer during this program designed to address the needs of students in these age groups.
2. Describe a workshop you would offer at Aspire. Provide a detailed description of the workshop and what students
would learn.
3. Describe a time when you worked with a team? What role are you most comfortable playing on a team?
4. Why do you want to be an Alumnae Program Intern at Aspire?
Section 3: Disclosure of Misconduct
Have you ever been convicted of, or is any charge now pending or expected to be brought against you for, any
crime other than a minor traffic violation? ______
Have you ever, at any academic institution, been in other than good standing because of academic deficiencies,
been censured for misconduct, or been the subject of disciplinary proceedings? _____
If you answered yes to either of the above questions, please attach a written explanation to your application.
Section 4: Signature
My signature below indicates that the information I have provided is complete, factually correct, and
honestly presented.
__________________________________________________________
Signature
____________
Date