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Job Description Student Services Associate US-Sino Pathway Program About the US-Sino Pathway Program The US-Sino

Pathway Program was designed by a consortium of leading American universities to provide an academically rigorous pathway for talented Chinese students who want to pursue their undergraduate studies in the US. Available in 11 cities in China, the US-Sino Pathway Program offers guaranteed admission to a top US college, a year of course credits towards a bachelors degree, comprehensive English preparation, and a supportive learning environment. Primary Job Responsibilities of Student Services Associate Assist with course registration and student registration Maintain faculty files Coordinate advising tour in China Assist with summer staff training Assist with airport pickup arrangements and coordination for USPP students during Summer 2012 Assist with registration related arrangements and coordination after students arrival Assist with successful destination university admission from summer bridge and transfer of I20 forms for students Assist with accommodation applications and confirmation for USPP students in the US, especially for those clearing students who have not made the accommodation applications in advance. Assist with providing student support services during their stay in the US 1. Advising services for students study, life and various problems 2. Assist to resolve various problems that students meet 3. Coordination with universities for relevant issues 4. Emergency or incidents handling Assist to create and execute Summer Bridge social and cultural activity plans and revise as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements Assist to procure necessary resources for the activities Assist to manage day-to-day aspects of wrap-around activity development Assist to evaluate for wrap-around activities to obtain feedback from students Participate in all social and cultural activities Maintain uspp@neu.edu email inbox

Additional Support Global Student Ambassadors: The STUDENT SERVICES ASSOCIATE will coordinate activities related to student ambassadors, as well as maintain quality control of student ambassadors. Campus Life: The STUDENT SERVICES ASSOCIATE will identify speakers of interest and solicit students to get involved in campus life at various levels. Personal Management and Student Development: The STUDENT SERVICES ASSOCIATE will plan, coordinate, and execute activities designed to make student life more manageable and enjoyable during the students time in Boston.

Holiday Activities: The STUDENT SERVICES ASSOCIATE will plan, coordinate, and execute activities promoting US holidays. Quality Assurance: The STUDENT SERVICES ASSOCIATE will assist in the development and execution of quality assurance measures at all critical junctures of the program. Student-Parent Community: The STUDENT SERVICES ASSOCIATE will assist in the development and maintenance of a student-parent community on a regular (weekly or bimonthly) basis. Newsletter: The STUDENT SERVICES ASSOCIATE will support a Summer Bridge Activity Newsletter, which informs parents and family members of the wrap-around activities and social/cultural events taking place during the Summer Bridge. Tutoring: The STUDENT SERVICES ASSOCIATE is expected to coordinate all Writing Tutoring and Specialized Tutoring activities, as well as monitor tutors and students. Field trips and excursions: As part of a non-credit course called Exploring America, students will partake in daytrips and lectures in and around the Boston area. The STUDENT SERVICES ASSOCIATE will be expected to assist in the coordination and execution of all logistical aspects of these events. He or she will also be expected to attend all events. Student Conduct: The STUDENT SERVICES ASSOCIATE will assist in the communication, implementation of the conduct policy, and conduct meetings. Student Communication: The STUDENT SERVICES ASSOCIATE will reach out to students (phone, email, in-person) as needed.

Hours and Compensation Employment starts on January 2, 2012 and ends on December 21, 2012. Hourly position without benefits. Pay will depend on candidates experience; range is $13-$15 per hour. Normal business hours are Monday-Friday from 8:30am-4:30pm, with a one hour lunch break. 35 hours per week. Some weekend and night work is necessary, particularly between April-August. Reporting The STUDENT SERVICES ASSOCIATE will report to the Assistant Director of the US-Sino Pathway Program and liaise with Kaplan China. Qualifications Bachelors degree required. The candidate should have at least lived in mainland China for 18 years, speak and write fluent Mandarin, can work independently under pressure. Experience working with international students (prefer experience working with Chinese students). The STUDENT SERVICES ASSOCIATE must demonstrate a high level of flexibility, positive attitude, and initiative. Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. Contact and Apply Send your resume with cover letter or questions to uspp@neu.edu by November 30th, 2011.

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