UTSA

Position Information

The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) is a nationally recognized, top-tier public research university that unites the power of higher education, biomedical discovery and healthcare within one visionary institution. As the third-largest research university in Texas and a Carnegie R1-designated institution, UT San Antonio is a model of access and excellence — advancing knowledge, social mobility and public health across South Texas and beyond. UT San Antonio serves approximately 42,000 students in 320 academic programs spanning science, engineering, medicine, health, liberal arts, AI, cybersecurity, business, education and more. With 17,000 faculty and staff, UT San Antonio has also been recognized as a Top Employer in Texas by Forbes Magazine. Learn more online, on UT San Antonio Today or on X, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube or LinkedIn.

Salary Range: Up to $18/hour.

Job Type: Part-Time

Posting Close Date: Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM CDT on the listed close date. At the discretion of the hiring department, this posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

Required Application Materials:

• Resume and Cover letter are required.

Job Details

Job Summary

Assist in the clerical and procedural duties related to group and individual activities for the Prep Summer Program. A commitment and interest in assisting middle and high school students in their academic and personal growth. The PREP program will take place during June and July 2026. Candidates must be available for the duration of the program; specific dates may vary.

This is a temporary position dependent on availability of funds and/or departmental need.

Core Responsibilities

1. Be available for a full 7-hour workday, Monday through Thursday in person approximately 30 hours per week.
2. Report to assigned class and morning and afternoon duties.
3. Attend all required professional development days before the program start date.
4. Assist in teaching one integrated STEM course in person Monday-Thursday at your assigned campus.
5. Delivers mentoring seminars. Instructional materials will be provided.
6. Be available at least one hour per day for one-on-one tutoring.
7. Organize and/or develop special project days for students with your instructor, if applicable.
8. Attend all staff meetings.
9. Assist the instructor in the preparation of supplies for each class.
10. Be receptive to other responsibilities, as requested by your instructor and/or Site Coordinator, and assist with general program needs, as requested.
11. Follow the same rules and guidelines set for the students and Instructors as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
12. Monitor and mentor a group of approximately 25 students with the following specific duties:
    • Ensure the safety and appropriate behavior of program participants.
    • Attend classes and laboratories with students; assist instructors and students as needed or requested.
    • Provide individual or small group tutoring and supplemental educational activities, as needed or requested.
    • Assist instructor in grading journals, homework, and assessments. Maintain records of students; work. Monitor participants’ performance and progress.
    • Assist in the preparation of special PREP activities.
    • Monitor student lunches.
    • Maintain participants’ attendance and actively monitoring student engagement.
    • Service as a “mentor” to students, encouraging the development of a commitment to educational achievement.
13. Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Some college with a minimum of a 2.5 GPA.
• Transcript upload.
• Complete UTSA-required training.
• Complete Food Bank training before the program start date.
• This position requires the ability to maintain the security and integrity of UT San Antonio and its infrastructure.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience working with adolescents.
• Completion of Calculus I and other advanced mathematics courses.
• Participation in a STEM club or team at the high school and/or collegiate level.
• Coursework in STEM education.
• Preference is given to college science, mathematics, computer science, engineering, STEM education, or technology majors; previous PREP participants.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
• Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work on a variety of tasks simultaneously.

Working Conditions

• Classroom setting.

Physical Demands

• Sedentary work; sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary, if walking and standing are required, only occasionally.
• Exerts up to 10 lbs. of force occasional

This position will work primarily on campus. Travel and parking expenses are the employee’s responsibility.

This position is contingent upon a successful background check. Verification of a valid driver’s license and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) may be completed as applicable. Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.

Equal Employment Opportunity

As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, it is the policy of The University of Texas at San Antonio to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetic information, and veteran status. The University is committed to the Affirmative Action Program in compliance with all government requirements to ensure nondiscrimination.