Educational Advisor - Upward Bound bei Harris-Stowe State University

The Harris-Stowe State University TRIO Upward Bound Program serves 63 students from McCluer High School. TRIO Upward Bound works with low income, first generation, or academically disadvantaged high school students to help them develop the skills needed to become successful college students. The Educational Advisor, TRIO Upward Bound works to provide opportunities for Upward Bound participants to develop social skills, cultural competence, study skills, and academic skills appropriate for their educational goals. The Educational Advisor, TRIO Upward Bound assists in planning, organizing, and presenting group workshops and summer camp, planning and supervising participants’ attendance at cultural events, and assists with the recruitment, selection, and retention process for all participants.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate weekly TRIO Upward Bound program initiatives in targeted high schools.
• Lead, develop and implement educational programming and external communication for TRIO program.
• Provide outreach and support services to program participants and families.
• Communicate and serve as a liaison with campus and community partners on behalf of Upward Bound programs.
• Conduct workshops on academic and college readiness related topics.
• Assist the Director, Upward Bound with strategic planning, program and budget management, reporting and operations.
• Supervise assigned staff and/or student personnel; assist with summer program hiring and management.
• Assess and evaluation program efforts; prepare student and administrative reports.
• Organize a variety of Upward Bound projects and events (i.e. Path to College, engagement days, Trips, Plans for Postsecondary Summer Component development; supervision of part time staff; college and career readiness; academic and postsecondary advising; Senior Bridge to College program development, Parent Meetings).
• Assist with accuracy and completion of Annual Performance Report.
• Plan and implement advising and guidance services.
• Direct and implement parent meetings and parent outreach.
• Direct and strengthen organization of Alumni association including maintenance of web social networks.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree preferred. Must have a degree in education, student affairs administration, counseling, social work, or a relevant field.
• A minimum of 1-3 years’ experience in higher education programs related to first-year student development, academic initiatives, and or related fields.

OTHER REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES

Skilled in:

• Microsoft Office Software
• Written, verbal and interpersonal communications skills
• Demonstrated student advising and counseling skills
• Organizing information and projects; adhering to deadlines
• Work independently and effectively in collaborative groups

Ability To:

• Work collaboratively with university departments and academic units; ability to work with constituents from diverse cultural backgrounds; experience with volunteer management and working with student and community organizations
• Provide leadership and direction
• Organize and prioritize work with a high degree of initiative and independence
• Analyze and perform in-depth research on complex issues pertaining to education abroad
• Teaching / facilitation abilities; with proven creativity and problem solving abilities
• Possess considerable attention to detail and a high level of quality control; maintain a high customer focus with contacts
• Assimilate and maintain confidential data
• Multi-task while managing multiple projects and assignments to meet deadlines within budget

PHYSICAL REQUIRMENTS

• Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:
• Light work-Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently to move objects. candidate will be required to travel from building to building and off campus as needed.