Upward Bound In-School Coordinator

Vermont State Colleges System; Johnson (VT); On-site; USD 57,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

The Vermont State Colleges System seeks an In-School Coordinator to support Upward Bound at a target high school in Vermont. The ISC will organize center meetings, check in with students, provide academic guidance, and coordinate with the central office and core staff.

Requirements include current employment at the target high school and a bachelor's degree in education, counseling, social work, or related field (or equivalent experience with high school students).

Qualifications

• Current employment at the target high school.
• Bachelor’s degree in education, counseling, social work, or a related field; or equivalent experience working with high school students.
• Experience in academic advising, mentoring, or youth development programs.
• Familiarity with college prep programs and challenges faced by first-generation college-bound students.

Skills

Current employment at the target high?

Experience in academic advising

Mentoring or youth development

Familiarity with college prep for 1st‑

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education, counseling, social work, or related field; or equivalent experience with high school students

Job description

The In-School Coordinator (ISC) supports the Upward Bound program by assisting core staff in providing comprehensive college preparatory services to students at their target school. The ISC organizes center meetings and checks-in regularly with students during the academic year to provide academic guidance, monitor progress, and foster personal growth. They check-in with students regularly and keep Upward Bound staff up to date on grades and any other relevant information. The ISC works closely with the Upward Bound central office and core staff for ongoing support, planning, and communication.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Current employment at the target high school.
• Bachelor’s degree in education, counseling, social work, or a related field; or equivalent experience working with high school students.
• Experience in academic advising, mentoring, or youth development programs.
• Familiarity with college preparatory programs and the challenges faced by first-generation college-bound students.

Scheduled Hours Weekly:

15

Budgeted Wage for this Position:

$50.00 per hour

Exempt Status:

Exempt

Grade:

T02

Job Posting Responsibilities: