Posting Details
Posting Details
Posting Number
S0378P
Classification
Staff
DBM Rating
Position Number
Position Title
TRIO Upward Bound Program Coordinator
Position Type
Grant Funded
Status of Position
Staff - Full Time
Union
Support Staff
FLSA
Non Exempt
Position Summary
Upward Bound is a federally funded program that provides services designed to improve academic, career, and personal skills to prepare first-generation (neither parent has a four-year degree) and low-income high school students to be successful in high school and college.
The Summer Instructor will be responsible for assisting students in enhancing their skills in all subject areas that will prepare 9th -12th-grade students for their current academic classes, and the SAT / ACT exams.
Reporting and Supervisory Relationships
Reports to the Director, TRIO Upward Bound.
Essential Responsibilities
Provide academic and support services to TRIO Upward Bound participants
Support application and enrollment processes
Monitor student progress and provide individualized coaching, interventions, or referrals as appropriate.
Support students with coursework and development of study and testing taking skills.
Assist in the completion of FAFSA and scholarship opportunities
Lead post-secondary education preparation activities for program participants
Disseminate college and program informational materials to all Upward Bound participants.
Coordinate and supervise student participation in college fairs / open houses, information sessions, campus visits, field trips, and workshops.
Assist in making direct referrals to other TRIO and other student support programs. Co-lead Upward Bound summer programming.
Co-lead summer programming on campus and off-campus for residential activities.
Coordinate enrichment activities, physical activities, field trips, and cultural events.
Communicate program activities with Upward Bound participants, Upward Bound parents / guardians, and Upward Bound staff.
Assist in program reporting utilizing
Maintain timely and accurate records of student activities.
Ensure physical and electronic student files are up to date.
Develop relationships with Upward Bound participants, as well as their family and supporters, to provide them with the highest level of wraparound support.
Develop and enhance program communications and learning activities to assist student development.
Ongoing evaluation of program goals and students' performance outcomes to identify student and program needs, as well as provide recommendations on innovative changes based on research and promising practices.
Equity, Inclusion, and Diversity.
Work with individuals and groups from diverse backgrounds and experiences to provide resources that will support their navigation through higher education and helping to ensure they know that they matter.
Ability to maintain accurate student records and documentation needed for grant reporting.
Other Duties and Responsibilities
Working Conditions / Physical Requirements
Special physical requirements necessary for the performance of the job)
Work is normally performed in a general classroom setting
This position requires light physical activity and movement
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree required
Five years' experience in designing and managing educational programs for underserved populations.
Three years in a supervisory or lead (leading projects, processes, and staff) capacity
Experience in overcoming academic and economic obstacles to success and previous TRIO Upward Bound working experience.
Valid Illinois Driver's License required.
Knowledge of recruitment strategies for postsecondary institutions and alternative education programs.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree
Anticipated Work Hours and Days
37.5 hours. 8 : 00 a.m. - 4 : 30 p.m. (Monday - Friday). Some weekends.
Salary
$40,952 - $61,427
Posting Date
08 / 15 / 2024
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Special Instructions to Applicants
All applications must be submitted electronically.