Part-Time Upward Bound Education Mentor

Southwest Virginia Community College

Richlands (VA)

On-site

USD 30,000 - 34,000

Part time

5 days ago
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Job summary

Southwest Virginia Community College (SWCC) offers career-training programs in numerous technical, industrial and medical fields. Located in Richlands, Virginia, SWCC provides associate degrees and pathways to four-year universities.

The Upward Bound Program Education Support Specialist will provide a structured framework to help students succeed in high school, plan careers, and enroll in college. Primary duties include coordinating weekly meetings, guiding students through FAFSA and college

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in counseling, education, or related field.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite applications.
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and overnight travel.
  • Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to multiple sites using a personal or college owned vehicle.
  • Willingness to transport students in college owned or rental vehicles on educational and cultural field trips.
  • Excellent written communication skills, as demonstrated in applicant’s application, resume and cover letter.
  • Knowledge of college access and financial aid processes (e.g., FAFSA, scholarship applications, college admissions).

Responsibilities

  • Upward Bound weekly meeting in target schools.
  • Assist participants in all three Upward Bound grants with completing the six grant objectives set forth by the United States Department of Education.
  • Recruitment and intake of program participants.
  • Provide educational activities to students such as information about specific courses and course sequences, FAFSA completion, tutoring, mentoring, and college/career selection as outlined in the Upward Bound grants.
  • Coordinate special events for program participants (Senior Seminar, Financial Aid Seminar, SAT Prep Day).
  • Assist with the coordination and implementation of the ASPIRE Summer Discovery Program or other summer courses.
  • Aid participants with college and scholarship applications and essays.
  • Obtain and maintain student academic records from target schools in compliance with FERPA regulations.
  • Assist with the completion of the program APR (Annual Performance Report).
  • Coordinate and attend various aspects of student activities, field trips, and college visits.
  • Transport program participants during program activities using college motor pool or rental vehicles.
  • Work independently and collaboratively with the Upward Bound Director and instructors to provide services to participants.
  • May be required to perform other duties as assigned by the program director.

Skills

Microsoft Office
Google Suite
Written communication
Travel readiness
Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in counseling, education, or other related field

Job description

Southwest Virginia Community College (SWCC) offers career-training programs in numerous technical, industrial and medical fields. Located in Richlands, Virginia, SWCC provides associate degrees and pathways to four-year universities.

The Upward Bound Program Education Support Specialist will provide a structured framework to help students succeed in high school, plan careers, and enroll in college. Primary duties include coordinating weekly meetings, guiding students through FAFSA and college

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