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Academic Advisor for Upward Bound Program

2 months ago


Columbia, South Carolina, United States InsideHigherEd Full time

About the Role

The Academic Advisor for Upward Bound will provide academic support services to high school students who are low-income and potential first-generation college students. The advisor will work with students to increase their academic development and non-cognitive personal skills, with the goal of improving academic success, high school graduation, and university enrollment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide academic advising and support to high school students
  • Develop and implement academic support programs for low-income and first-generation college students
  • Collaborate with high school staff and university faculty to ensure seamless transition of students to higher education
  • Conduct outreach and recruitment activities to engage high school students and their families
  • Monitor and evaluate program effectiveness and make data-driven decisions to improve program outcomes

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree
  • Experience working with federal Trio programs, academic support programs, or similar programs for disadvantaged students
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, faculty, staff, and the public

Preferred Qualifications

  • Professional or personal experience in overcoming barriers similar to those facing project participants

Working at InsideHigherEd

InsideHigherEd is a leading provider of higher education news, jobs, and resources. We are committed to supporting the academic success of students from all backgrounds. As an Academic Advisor for Upward Bound, you will be part of a team dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of students and families.