Upward Bound Academic Coach

Position Summary: The Academic Coach is a grant-funded position that is primarily responsible for planning and carrying out academic student activities, assisting students in completing college admission and financial aid applications, academic advising, tutoring, and other special activities to carry out the goals and objectives of the Upward Bound grant. Examples Of Duties

Essential Duties And Responsibilities: Facilitate Upward Bound project efforts, including developing programs and activities reflective of the project vision, coordinating curriculum design among participating schools, planning academic activities for participating students, coordinating early college awareness workshops for participating students and their parents. Tutor and mentor or provide college success workshops to students in the classrooms during school hours as well as lunchtimes. Coordinate local school district efforts related to the project including maintenance of records. Coordinate tutor and activity scheduling. Assists in preparing periodic reports and future planning efforts. Recruit students to the program and assists students in preparing college applications and financial aid documents. Operate within the framework established by CWC's policies, procedures, and practices. Perform other reasonably related duties as directed or assigned.

Position Specifications And Minimum Qualifications Education: High School diploma or equivalent. Associate's and/or Bachelor's degree preferred, with coursework in education, social work, psychology, or sociology from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning recognized by the US Department of Education.

Experience: One year of directly-related teaching experience or working with educationally disadvantaged student-populations. Experience in working with grants preferred.

Licenses/Certifications: Successful completion of a post-job offer, pre-employment criminal background screening.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities: Ability to relate with a diverse population in a professional, helpful manner. Ability to maintain composure when faced with difficult situations. Ability to work independently while supporting a team effort. Ability to organize, prioritize, and follow multiple projects concurrently through to completion with an attention to detail, and to meet deadlines. Ability to effectively identify and resolve problems. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing. Possesses strong, effective interpersonal skills. Possess strong organizational skills. Highly energetic and motivated with strong work ethic and high level of personal integrity. Knowledge of CWC policies, procedures and practices.

Level Of Supervision: This position operates with limited supervision under the guidance of the Program Manager for the Upward Bound grant.

Working Environment: Reasonable accommodation will be extended to otherwise qualified individuals with a legally recognized disability.

Equipment Used: Computer, Copier and adding machine.

Physical Requirements: Office setting with light work exerting 10-20 pounds of force occasionally transporting supplies for grant activities.

Environmental Conditions: Work is primarily performed in an office or classroom setting under limited supervision. Travel in local service area required. Evening and weekend work may be required on occasion. CWC is an Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. We are committed to a multicultural environment and strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities. If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please call 307-855-2112 or email cwchr@CWC.edu.