Educational Program Specialist, Senior
TRIO Upward Bound-Perimeter
Clarkston Campus
Schedule: Monday – Friday | 8:30 AM – 5:15 PM
These are exciting times at the TRIO Department. We are growing and we are thrilled that you are interested in being a part of our team. We are surrounded by individuals empowered to use their expertise and talents to achieve our mission to pursue excellence.
Are you ready for us? Are you seeking an opportunity with purpose and direction? If you are, we have the perfect opportunity for you! We hire great people from a wide variety of educational, career, and personal backgrounds, not just because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes us a stronger team.
The TRIO Department is seeking (1) Educational Program Specialist, Senior to join the already awesome team taking the TRIO Department to the next level of excellence!
WHAT MAKES TRIO Department A GREAT PLACE?
A flexible work environment
Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.
A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners.
Professional development opportunities and mentorship
A rapidly growing center within an academic setting
HERE IS WHAT YOU WILL DO
The TRIO Upward Bound Educational Program Specialist, Sr. is responsible for providing academic and personal support to low-income, potential first-generation college students. The Educational Program Specialist, Sr. ensures that program objectives are met including improvement on academic standardized tests, participant retention, postsecondary enrollment, and postsecondary persistence. The position provides individual and group counseling sessions to participants during the academic year and summer components.
· Conducts presentations to schools and community organizations to ensure that all eligible students are aware of the program
· Monitor’s participant’s academic performance by maintaining participant records and database by reviewing academic assessments with participants and ensure that a rigorous high school curriculum is being observed
· Follows, policies, regulations and procedures established by the U.S. Department of Education and the Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia with implementing in grant responsibilities
· Visits target schools and communicates with participants weekly to provide college preparation services
· Engages participants in active learning through career planning, academic curriculums and other activities
· Conducts sessions for participants and parents regarding completing college, scholarships, and financial aid paperwork.
· Coordinates college tours, career exploration, and financial literacy activities
· Assists with planning and implementing Saturday Success Sessions, Summer Enrichment Program and field trips during standard and non-standard work hours
· Facilitates participants use of technological devices for promoting online learning while enhancing academic progress
· Performs other duties as assigned by the Project Director
Qualifications :
Minimum Hiring Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree and two years of related experience; or a combination of education and related experience.
Preferred Hiring Qualifications:
Master’s degree and two years’ experience managing academic support services programs or counseling low-income academically underprepared high school or college students in either a postsecondary educational or community-based human services agency. The Educational Program Specialist, Sr. must possess an understanding and sensitivity to multicultural/differences needs.