Program Counselor, Upward Bound Math Science

Responsibilities

• Identifies, recruits, and selects eligible UBMS participants in designated target areas; visits target schools and consults with school officials as needed
• Provides academic advising, counseling, and skill-building support, with particular attention to math and science coursework and academic readiness, to address participants’ academic needs
• Assesses and monitors participants’ academic progress and advises participants regarding academic planning, including math and science-focused college pathways and career interests
• Affords assistance with completion of college admissions applications and financial aid forms
• Affords assistance in the coordination and development of academic-year and summer curricula, services, and activities, including intensive math and science instruction and enrichment experiences; affords assistance in planning the summer residential component and related events (facilities, transportation, setup)
• Collaborates with students, parents, and community partners to facilitate workshops during academic-year and summer programs; designs and implements student and parent sessions as needed
• Affords assistance with the development of Individual Action Plans (IAPs) for participants and ensures students adhere to their plans, including academic goals in math, science, and college preparation
• Attends required program meetings, including some Saturdays

Supervision, Reporting, Outreach & Administrative Support

• Recruits, hires, trains, supervises, and evaluates instructors, tutors, summer residential advisors, and other program staff as assigned
• Supervises program-related instructional activities and processes
• Prepares and submits reports as requested by the Executive Director and UBMS Director and as required by federal regulations and University policies; generates statistical reports and data to support evaluations and funding proposals
• Networks and collaborates with campus and community partners; serves as liaison to target schools, colleges, and community agencies; works to establish and maintain partnerships with community organizations and companies, including those supporting STEM education and career development
• Produces marketing content and support for UBMS programs and social media platforms

Program Operations & Compliance

• Documents and maintains proof of services provided in accordance with federal guidelines
• Maintains and assists with the organization and management of UBMS databases and tracking systems
• Ensures participant eligibility requirements are met and that applications for new participants are complete and federally compliant
• Ensures compliance with program rules and regulations throughout recruitment, enrollment, and service delivery
• Develops and maintains working knowledge of federal legislation and regulations governing TRIO Upward Bound programs
• Affords assistance with the preparation and submission of annual performance reports and other required reports in accordance with University and U.S. Department of Education requirements