Academic Specialist | (Pasco, WA)

Washington State University•Richland, WA

3h•Onsite

About The Position

Washington State University Tri-Cities GEAR UP is hiring an Academic Specialist to work at middle schools in Pasco, Washington. The position supports increased academic performance among GEAR UP students through direct tutoring and the development of positive academic behaviors and non-cognitive skills. GEAR UP is federally funded to help increase the number of low-income and underrepresented students who graduate from high school and successfully complete postsecondary education. This is a full-time, temporary, in-person position expected to end September 30, 2027. Employment may be extended depending on program needs and additional funding. The position is overtime eligible and requires a flexible schedule, including frequent nights and weekends, as well as willingness and ability to travel overnight.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and two years of professional experience in student services, including providing instruction or direct outreach to students and/or working with parents in individual or group settings, or related education and experience.
A master’s degree in a related field may substitute for one year of professional work experience.
Relevant education and professional experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.
Proficiency with computers, Google Workspace, and Microsoft Office software.
Willingness and ability to travel overnight and work a flexible schedule, including frequent nights and weekends.
Ability to occasionally supervise students.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of school programs, student success, school communities, and/or parental involvement in community or school settings.
Familiarity with the organization and operation of school or district administration and university or community college systems.
Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to collaborate with diverse groups, including peers, administrators, faculty, staff, students, parents, and the general public.
Experience managing, tracking, and reporting program data.
Experience in student academic support programs.

Responsibilities

Mentor and advise students to increase college and career readiness.
Guide students in college and career exploration.
Plan and supervise field trips to college campuses.
Work with GEAR UP staff, classroom teachers, counselors, and administrators to achieve grant outcomes.
Monitor, collect, and document student data for assessment and reporting requirements.
Provide direct tutoring and develop students’ positive academic behaviors and non-cognitive skills.