Assistant Director, Upward Bound & College Readiness

IMPACT PROSPERITY PARTNERS; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Job summary

Impact Prosperity Partners in Baton Rouge, LA is seeking an Assistant Director of Upward Bound for a full-time, 12-month grant-funded role. You will lead planning, implementation, and oversight of academic enrichment and college readiness services for first-generation and low-income students, ensuring alignment with federal grant requirements and program objectives.

The position involves coordinating program operations, data reporting, participant recruitment and support, field trips, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Social Work, Counseling, or related field; Master's preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience in TRiO programs, college access initiatives, or youth development.
• Strong knowledge of college admissions processes, financial aid, and FAFSA completion.
• Experience with first-generation, low-income, or underserved student populations.
• Must have a valid driver's license and be able to travel regularly.

Responsibilities

• Supports planning, implementation, and evaluation of Upward Bound goals and objectives.
• Ensures compliance and timely documentation of activities per policies.
• Recruit participants and prepare them for high school graduation and college admission.
• Evaluates programs and services to meet Upward Bound goals.
• Manages data collection, reporting, and alumni tracking.
• Supervises staff and coordinates field trips and outreach activities.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Data management

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education, Social Work, Counseling, or related field

Master's preferred

Job description

Impact Prosperity Partners in Baton Rouge, LA is seeking an Assistant Director of Upward Bound for a full-time, 12-month grant-funded role. You will lead planning, implementation, and oversight of academic enrichment and college readiness services for first-generation and low-income students, ensuring alignment with federal grant requirements and program objectives.

The position involves coordinating program operations, data reporting, participant recruitment and support, field trips, and