The Salish Kootenai College (SKC) Upward Bound program is a federally funded TRIO program designed to provide low-income, first-generation high school students with the skills and motivation necessary for success in postsecondary education. As an AmeriCorps member, you will assist individual students and small groups in preparing for college. Your activities will include college application assistance, ACT preparation, and FAFSA support. Through one-on-one mentorship, you will help students succeed in their studies and prepare for the future. Apply Today!
Additional Assistance: Connection to Low-Cost Community Housing; $2000 housing stipend (distributed biweekly with living allowance)
Professional Skills You Will Gain:
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- Navigating Tribal higher education
- Event planning, marketing and execution
- Program Development
- Mentoring high school students
- Career exploration
- Active listening; Social emotional and mindfulness skills
- Basic needs supports
- Critical thinking and problem-solving
- Curriculum development – sharing your passions and skills with students
