Upward Bound: Academic Coach & College Pathways Lead

Independence Community College; Independence (KS); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Independence Community College (ICC) is seeking an Academic Coordinator for the Upward Bound Program. The role supports high school students with academic potential through curriculum development, advising, and collaboration with schools and families.

The coordinator reports to the Upward Bound Director and joins a team dedicated to assisting low-income, first-generation students. This is a full-time, 12-month classified salaried position with benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education, counseling, or related field.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Knowledge of issues affecting low income, potential first-generation college bound youth.
• Ability to coordinate academic support programs for the target population.
• Ability to work with supervision and independently, be organized, and design/implement academic curriculum and support services.
• MVR copy or authorization required.
• Must maintain a valid driver's license throughout position.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct bi-monthly site visits and lesson plans at all target schools.
• Plan and conduct monthly workshops.
• Plan and conduct campus visits and career/cultural trips.
• Plan and oversee academic component, tutoring, etc. of summer program.
• Plan and provide intensive personalized advising services to high school seniors.
• Communicate and meet regularly with counselors and school staff at target schools.
• Recruit for program year round, including attending recruiting events at target schools and in community.
• Assist with the intake process for new students.
• Monitor students’ academic progress, including monthly grade checks, and refer students to tutoring as needed.
• Oversee tutoring.
• Conduct bi-annual SPS meetings with students individually.
• Conduct student/parent progress meetings once per semester.
• Conduct exit interviews with graduates.
• Track prior participants.

Education

Bachelor's degree in education, counseling, or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

MVR

Driver's license

Job description

Independence Community College (ICC) is seeking an Academic Coordinator for the Upward Bound Program. The role supports high school students with academic potential through curriculum development, advising, and collaboration with schools and families.

The coordinator reports to the Upward Bound Director and joins a team dedicated to assisting low-income, first-generation students. This is a full-time, 12-month classified salaried position with benefits.