Upward Bound East Advisor

Sugar Grove, IL
Full-time Support Staff
Dickson Center, Sugar Grove Campus

Upward Bound is a college completion program that provides the support, motivation, and academic preparation to go to college. This position will be based primarily at East Aurora High School, Aurora IL. The Educational Advisor for the Upward Bound Program is responsible for advising students, providing academic support, developing and delivering academic programing, management of the student information database as well as provides administrative support for the TRIO Upward Bound Manager.

Responsibilities

Assist in the planning, organization, and implementation of the Upward Bound academic year and summer program component.

Oversee the Upward Bound classroom and / or after-school site in the absence of the TRIO Upward Manager or Educational Specialist.

Provide advising services to students, including academic, course selection, college selection, admissions, and financial aid.

Collaborate with Upward Bound staff to plan and deliver academic activities, topical workshops, and college readiness group discussions.

Assist in the development of the college readiness curriculum.

Track and assist alumni with college persistence and completion.

Review new student applications to determine eligibility and explain the program to students and families.

Assist with the new student intake process.

Serve as the regular point of contact with high school personnel and WCC staff for non-emergency issues.

Maintain confidentiality of student records and assist with updating the student information database, and auditing of student records.

Assist in the planning and implementation of off-campus college visits and cultural enrichment activities.

Remain current on High School, Advanced Placement, and Dual Credit course offerings

Conduct outreach presentations at schools and community organizations to identify and recruit eligible students.

Become familiar with students’ academic history, schedule, and personal/family situations as appropriate.

Monitor and analyze student participation and performance data; recommend and initiate academic intervention strategies.

Perform other duties as assigned by the TRIO Upward Bound Manager.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in education or related field preferred.

Minimum of three years’ experience in the secondary or post-secondary education field.

Experience working with students from low income communities and or first generation college students.

Experience developing and delivering academic and college readiness workshops.

Experience providing academic advising and assisting with the college admissions and financial aid process.

Strong knowledge of college admissions and financial aid process.

Ability to problem solve and follow through with projects.

Strong oral and written communication skills.

Excellent organizational and human relations skills required.

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Social Media platforms, and Google Drive.

Valid driver’s license and clean driving history required.

Spanish/English bilingual ability preferred.

Please attach the following documents when applying:

1. Cover Letter-Yes
2. Resume-Yes
3. References-Yes (Can be provided at interview)
   
4. Transcripts-Yes (Can be provided at interview)
   

Position Details
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Grant Funded: Yes
Compensation Range: 21.26 - 21.26 (starting pay reflected)
Compensation Type: Hourly
Work Schedule: M-F 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Schedule adjusted for monthly evening or weekend activities.
Work Hours: 40
Testing: No
Targeted Hire Date: 3/9/2021

Special Instructions: The final candidate will be subject to a motor vehicle record check and criminal background check.

Equal Opportunity Employer: minority/female/disability/veteran