Work With Us

Thank you for your interest in joining our team! Staff members play a significant role in ensuring the well-being and success of our student participants.

Our Philosophy

The Upward Bound Program’s main goal is to develop the academic skills and motivation necessary for each participant to finish high school and then go on to enroll in and complete a college degree.

We believe that the Upward Bound Program’s primary duty is to create positive learning opportunities tailored to meet the unique academic, cultural, social, and career needs of each participant. We aim to create an environment that fosters intellectual, physical, and emotional growth.

We are committed to offering meaningful activities that encourage each participant to reach their maximum potential.

Our Program

Upward Bound is an early intervention program that effectively assists students in grades 9-12 who have “college potential” but often do not recognize or understand their academic and career options beyond high school. We identify, recruit, and help first-generation youth with financial need to prepare for higher education. The program’s objective is to holistically motivate and provide students with the comprehensive skillset needed to obtain a college degree.

Students in Upward Bound receive intensive, engaging academic instruction on the LSU campus and hands-on experience in academic areas.

Students receive academic services throughout the academic year, mostly on Saturdays. During those Saturdays, the primary academic service offered is supplemental instruction to further enhance the understanding of the concepts learned in school. Saturday classes operate from 9 a.m.–1 p.m. on LSU’s campus. 

Jobs

Instructor

Instructors are paid according to education and experience, with a maximum of $25.00/teaching hour. If you are interested in being an LSU Upward Bound instructor, please send your resume/CV with at least 3 references to: upwardbound@lsu.edu.

Mentor

As an Upward Bound mentor, you’ll have the chance to help Upward Bound students grow while also improving your leadership, communication, and interpersonal abilities. We’re looking for mentors who are passionate about making a positive impact on young people’s lives.

In this role, you will:

  • Lead enrichment classes and join field trips.
  • Assist with ACT Preparation.
  • Have the opportunity to earn up to $10.00 per hour.

Complete the mentor application and send it to upwardbound@lsu.edu via email.

mentor application

Tutor

As an Upward Bound tutor, your role goes beyond being a mentor. You will:

  • Help students grasp and use important concepts.
  • Show enthusiasm for improving the lives of young individuals.
  • Aid in ACT Preparation.
  • Offer effective tutoring in your specific subject area, which includes Advanced Math, Algebra 1 & 2, Biology 1 & 2, Chemistry, English, Geometry, History, Physics, and Spanish.
  • Have the opportunity to earn up to $10.00 per hour.

Complete the tutor application and send it to upwardbound@lsu.edu via email.

Tutor Application