Upward Bound Academic Coordinator

About the role

Upward Bound is a federally funded TRIO program whose purpose is to identify, select, and assist high school students with academic potential. The Academic Coordinator facilitates school, family and community support for Upward Bound participants and develops curriculum and student academic programs. This individual serves as an academic advisor to Upward Bound students and reports to the Upward Bound Director.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct bi-monthly site visits and lesson plans at all target schools
• Plan and conduct monthly workshops
• Plan and conduct campus visits and career/cultural trips
• Plan and oversee academic component, tutoring, etc. of summer program
• Plan and provide intensive personalized advising services to high school seniors
• Communicate and meet regularly with counselors and school staff at all target schools
• Recruit for program year round, including attending special recruiting events at target schools and in community
• Assist with the intake process for new students
• Monitor students academic progress, including monthly grade checks, and refer students to tutoring as needed
• Oversee tutoring
• Conduct bi-annual SPS (Student Plan for Success) meetings with students individually
• Conduct student/parent progress meetings once per semester
• Conduct exit interviews with graduates
• Track prior participants
• Regularly evaluate program and services provided
• Assist with future planning
• Document all contacts and services provided
• Seek and attend professional development opportunities annually