Upward Bound Coordinator

Responsibilities

• Assist the Project Director in the development, implementation, and evaluation of academic and summer services.
• Implement college preparatory curricula, including math, English, science, and test preparation.
• Identify, recruit, and select project participants.
• Coordinate the assessment of participants and develop Individual Service Plans and Academic Progress Plans.
• Supervise project tutors, instructors, and activity assistants.
• Manage monthly Saturday Academic Sessions, after-school tutorials, and Summer Component activities.
• Provide individualized academic advising, career information, and college planning to a caseload of participants.
• Maintain participant data in electronic and hard copy files and manage the project database.
• Assist in the preparation of reports for agency and federal officials.
• Act as a liaison to target schools, local government, and community agencies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required (preferably in Math, Science, Education, Communications, or a related field).
• Minimum of three years of professional experience working in a TRIO federal program or a similar pre-collegiate program for disadvantaged and at-risk students.
• Experience advising and assisting students with college admissions and financial aid processes.
• Proficiency with integrated administrative systems and current computer software programs.
• Ability to maintain high levels of confidentiality and comply with FERPA regulations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant field.

About the Company

Texas Wesleyan University is dedicated to providing transformative educational experiences and supporting the academic success of diverse student populations through specialized programs and community engagement.