Hope College
TRiO Upward Bound Program
2009 Summer Session
“Invest Up!”
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
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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.
Teachers are paid for the following and
should therefore record the appropriate
hours on your weekly timecards:
• 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 24).
• One half hour per day prep time should be added
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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,
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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
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
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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.
HOMEWORK TIME(S)
• Scheduled tutoring sessions.
• The last 15 minutes of T/TH classes.
• The administrative staff and one or more of the
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tutor advisors will monitor the tutoring 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 a homework
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sheet in Homework Book before 3:00 p.m. each
day. This will be located in the main office near
your mailboxes.
Homework assignments and any special
instructions should be included on this form as well
as the names of any students missing
assignments.
Hope College TRiO
Upward Bound Program
Homework Book
CLASS
English
HOUR
1
INSTRUCTOR
McGuiness
HOMEWORK / INSTRUCTIONS / ASSIGNMENTS:
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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.
• Midterm Evaluations due on July 1.
• Final Evaluations due on July 31.
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:
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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 10 (9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.) June
11 (9:00 a.m. – 3:00 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!
UB Live: A Showcase of Culture &
Talent (East K-8) July 14, 6:30 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.
Pre-Conference &
Dorm Move-In: June 12
Teambuilding and preparation for the
Access to Career Experience program
will be the focus of the pre-conference.
Staff and students will greet students
and parents as they move into Durfee
Hall. Move in is from 4:00 – 5:30 p.m.
Recognition Celebration: July 22
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 23
Students will follow an
abbreviated schedule for posttesting.
Staff Celebration: July 24
Enjoy coffee, tea or your favorite
soft drink in the company of the
UB summer staff. Review of
accomplishments and suggested
improvements. This event will
take place in the UB office.
Awards Banquet: July 23
Students, parents, staff and their
spouse/guest are invited to attend this
celebration of the conclusion of the
Summer Session. Awards are presented to
deserving students and the Bridge
students are honored. The celebration
begins at 5:30 p.m. at the Haworth Center.
Monday, July 27
The UB Office is closed.