Upward Bound Mentor & College Readiness Advisor

Muskegon Community College; Bailey (MI); On-site; USD 37,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Muskegon Community College seeks a dedicated Upward Bound mentor to guide students toward high school completion and post-secondary readiness. You will work closely with families to support college attainment and coordinate orientation and workshops across campus and community centers.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Education or related field, with preference for a Master’s in guidance or counseling. Some travel to outreach sites is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education or related field (required).
• Master’s degree preferred in guidance and counseling, education, administration or related field.

Responsibilities

• Provide and develop project services for office and school sites.
• Develop and conduct orientation workshops for participants.
• Organize and conduct financial aid and other workshops for participants.
• Interview students and prospective students and advise on application process and requirements.
• Monitor attendance, behavior, grades, tests and credits; implement improvement plans.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding student and project files.
• Assess family needs and link to support services.
• Conduct home visits to build relationships with students and families.
• Design and implement after-school and summer programming with the Director.
• Provide academic advising and resolve admission problems with students and staff.
• Participate in TRIO/Upward Bound staff development and meetings.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Multi-tasking

Team player

Interpersonal skills

Commitment to disadvantaged students

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Education or related field

Master’s degree preferred in guidance and counseling, education, administration or related field

Job description

Muskegon Community College seeks a dedicated Upward Bound mentor to guide students toward high school completion and post-secondary readiness. You will work closely with families to support college attainment and coordinate orientation and workshops across campus and community centers.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Education or related field, with preference for a Master’s in guidance or counseling. Some travel to outreach sites is expected.