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Academy Residential Positions

May 24 - July 2, 2009

Applications are due February 6, 2009

Summer Leaders

  • Mentor a small group of high school students building supportive relationships and leadership skills
  • Plan tons of fun and high-energy recreational, educational and leadership activities
  • Work with a great staff of fellow NAU students
  • Challenge yourself and gain professional and leadership skills in a position similar to a Resident Assistant (RA)
  • Housing, meal plan and $1500 stipend included

Click here to download an application: 2009 SL Application

Programming Assistant

  • Plan and organize social programs such as arts/crafts, service projects, educational activities, field trips, game shows, etc.
  • Provide direction for the hall’s programming, scheduling, and advertising.
  • Assist Summer Leaders’ funding, planning, coordinating and implementing social, cultural, educational and recreational activities.
  • Ensure materials are acquired for the social, cultural, educational and recreational activities by meeting daily with the Summer Leaders.

Click here to download an application: 2009 PA Application

Residence Life Manager

  • Work with an enthusiastic team of Summer Leaders creating a positive experience for aspiring high school students, wanting to pursue a college career
  • Help oversee the residential staff, students and facilities with the Residence Hall Director and Program Assistant in a rotating on-call position
  • Utilize your creativity to guide and supervise two student workers on the development of the end of the Academy slideshow
  • Deal effectively with concerns and all situations in the residence hall as they arise.

Click here to download an application: 2009 RLM Application

Residential Desk Assistants: May 30 - July 2, 2009

Serves as a general clerk and receptionist in the Residence Hall.

  • Answers the telephone and is responsible for routing messages.
  • Greets visitors and provides general information about the summer academy.
  • Checks students in/out of residence hall during registration, weekdays, weekends, and conclusion of academy.
  • Moderate filing and maintains organization and confidentiality of documents around the front desk area.
  • Monitors and keeps track of check in/out for both staff & academy participants.
  • Other duties as assigned by Program Assistant, Residence Life Manager, RHD, and/or Administrative Staff.

Click here to download an application: 2009 Desk Assistant Application

Instructor for Native American Cultural Preservation Class: June 1 - July 2, 2009

This class is intended for young native students to help in heritage preservation by teaching or inspiring them to preserve what is left, such as traditional ceremonies, songs, language, foods, spirituality, and sacred sites.

Contact: Melissa.Begay@nau.edu

Academy Instructors:June 1 - July 2, 2009

Certified high school teachers in English, math, social studies and science team teach an integrated curriculum. The goal of the Upward Bound/Nizhoni Academy is to increase students’ interest and skills in science, mathematics, social science, and humanities while introducing students to all aspects of college life, emphasizing social, cultural, personal, and leadership skills. Year 1 students study and design energy efficient homes and communities. Year 2 students examine sustainable practices in Flagstaff such as recycling, waste water reclamation, wind energy, and hazardous waste disposal; as well as participate in a hands-on Green Building project. Year 3 students enroll in a course at Coconino Community College and are supported by supplemental lab instructors.

Deadline to apply for new applicants: TBD

Click here to download an application: coming soon

Summer Academy Supplemental Lab Instructors: June 1 - July 2, 2009

We are looking for currently enrolled College students with an interest in living in Flagstaff for the summer and helping high school students succesfully complete a community college course. Supplemental Lab Instructors--SLI's--attend a summer session course from June 2-July 3, with 5-10 students and hold a 2 hour tutorial lab with those students 4 days a week.  The total time commitment is approximately 20 hours a week.  Pay is $15.50/hr.

Deadline to apply is TBD

Click here for an application: Coming soon

   

Contact Us

928-523-6982

mailto:nizhoni@nau.edu


   
 
 

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