Upward Bound East Educational Specialist

2 weeks ago


Sugar Grove, United States Waubonsee Community College Full time

**Upward Bound East Educational Specialist**

Join our dynamic team at Waubonsee Community College, where your career can flourish. We are committed to being an exceptional employer, offering a comprehensive benefits package with generous time off, low-cost medical, dental, and vision plans, and a secure pension plan through SURS. You'll also enjoy 14 paid holidays, including winter and Thanksgiving breaks. Be part of a transformative institution, dedicated to making a positive impact in our community and the lives of our students. Your future starts here - join us today

**Extension Site**:

- Full-time Support Staff_

**_ Hybrid Option: Yes
- **

Waubonsee Community College promotes diversity in faculty, staff, and student recruitment and is committed to hiring and retaining exceptional faculty and staff who are committed to the college’s culture of collaboration, professional growth and student success.

Upward Bound is a college completion program that provides the support, motivation and academic preparation to go to college. The Educational Specialist for the Upward Bound Program is responsible for providing academic support, planning and delivering academic programming and assisting with outreach activities.

**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 Bound Manager or Upward Bound Advisor.

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

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

Collaborate with Upward Bound staff to plan and lead career exploration and mentoring activities, including scheduling guest speakers.

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 appropriated.

Collaborate with Upward Bound staff and school personnel to collect, analyze, and monitor student participation and performance data.

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

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

**Minimum Qualifications**

Bachelor’s degree required.

Minimum of one year experience working with students from low income communities and or first generation college students.

Experience delivering academic and or college readiness workshops.

Knowledge of college admissions and financial aid process.

Experience tutoring secondary or post-secondary students.

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:

- Cover Letter-Yes
- Resume-Yes
- References-Yes (Can be provided at interview)
- Transcripts-Yes (Can be provided at interview)

**Position Details**
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Grant Funded: Yes

Minimum Starting Rate: 20.95

Compensation Type: Hourly

Work Schedule: Other Monday-Friday, Schedule adjusted for monthly evening or weekend activities

Work Hours: 40 hours/week

Testing: No

Targeted Hire Date: 6/3/2024

EOE, including disability and veteran


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