Upward Bound/Upward Bound Math & Science Coordinator

Montana Technological University; Butte (MT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Montana Technological University is hiring a full-time coordinator to provide college preparatory services for Upward Bound students in Butte. The coordinator will be responsible for tutoring, assisting with college applications, and planning educational experiences on-site at local high schools.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in education, strong communication skills, and previous experience with high school students. The role includes travel and a commitment to fostering educational growth among participants.

Qualifications

• Previous experience with 9th-12th grade students.
• Experience as a project leader for student-oriented projects.
• Willing to travel frequently.

Responsibilities

• Develop and evaluate student service offerings.
• Assist in identifying and selecting student participants.
• Deliver financial literacy services to students and families.

Skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Ability to work with various media

Leadership skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in education or related field

Job description

Overview

Montana Technological University is seeking a full-time (12 months) coordinator to deliver college preparatory services to Upward Bound and Upward Bound Math Science students in Butte. The coordinator will be on Montana Tech's campus once per week and on-site at Butte's target high schools on the remaining weekdays. The main duties include tutoring students, assisting students in college and scholarship applications, taking students on educational experiences, supporting students in goal setting, and maintaining paperwork to meet federal reporting requirements. The coordinator will also plan and execute an intensive 6-week summer academy for participants.

Responsibilities

• Develop, execute, monitor, and evaluate student service offerings and plan of operations for each high school.
• Assist in identifying, recruiting, and selecting student participants.
• Provide MTUB/UBMS information to target high schools.
• Assist in assessing and prescribing a plan of project services for each participant.
• Maintain a presence in target schools by recruiting students, conducting participant follow-ups, and meeting with appropriate school personnel.
• Maintain and facilitate communication between project, participants, parents, and target schools.
• Provide leadership for effective parental and community involvement.
• Contribute to the annual development and daily delivery of approved curriculum for program participants and/or program staff.
• Deliver financial literacy services to students and their families.
• Recruit, recommend for hiring, schedule, train, supervise, and evaluate all tutors or referring tutor programs.
• Establish and maintain a tutoring program when possible.
• Seek professional development via trainings and engagement with professional associations.
• Attend all Institute and program meetings at Montana Technological University.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education or related field.
• Previous experience with 9th-12th grade students.
• Previous experience as a project leader responsible for student-oriented projects.
• Willing to travel frequently.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• High comfort level with teenage students and advising the adolescent development process.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and the ability to work with various medias.

Preferred Qualifications

• Clear understanding of Montana post-secondary educational opportunities, admission requirements, application procedures, and financial aid nuances.
• Experience working with culturally diverse people in an academic setting.
• Experience in working with federal grants.
• Background similar to participants.

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift 20-50 pounds.
• Ability to ride on a bus or drive a vehicle for extended trips.
• Ability to sleep in a tent and accompany students on camping excursions, if necessary.

Application Information

For full consideration, application materials must be complete. Materials must include: Cover Letter, Resume, and names and contact information for three professional references.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: Montana Tech is committed to providing a working and learning environment free from discrimination. Applications are encouraged from qualified minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities. Montana Tech provides accommodations for known disabilities in hiring processes. Veterans’ preference information is available on the employment page.