Project Coordinator GEAR UP- Ft. Stockton

Sul Ross State University • Alpine, TX

36d

About The Position

Function: Responsible in coordinating of GEAR UP activities for involvement with the Community.

Requirements

• Bachelor's in counseling, education or related field and two years of experience working with low income and/or academically disadvantaged, minority individuals.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Philosophical commitment to promoting academic achievement for low- income and/or first-generation populations.
• Freedom from racial/ethnic/sexual orientation biases.
• Ability to maintain flexible schedule, including evening and weekend work.
• Computer, web, and social networking skills.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in counseling/related field.
• Assessment experience; Background in counseling, career development, financial aid, and academic advising.
• Background similar to that of the participants.
• Teaching experience.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for Middle & High School participants from surrounding area
• Meet individually and in groups with participants regularly to provide academic advisement, information, and assistance related to successful school completion and postsecondary entry/re-entry and graduation
• Assist students with acad. and career exploration, goal setting, planning, & follow through
• Monitor progress
• Provide workshops for participants
• Maintain accurate up-to-date student records , student academic records, follow-up info., etc
• Prepare and maintain time and effort forms, etc
• Plan and coordinate college visitations, cultural activities, workshops, and events for students, teachers, parents and the community
• Provide participants' families training and support
• coordinate opportunities for mentoring and participation in GU events
• Prepare/submit reports as requested by the PD
• Attend GU and other trainings/meetings as needed
• Maintain a pleasant, professional, and welcoming demeanor and an office atmosphere conducive to meeting the needs of disadvantaged students
• Coordinate activities for GU PTO, community partners' coordinator, and data collection coordinator
• Other duties as assigned
• Responsible for personal safety and the safety of others
• must exercise due caution and practice safe work habits at all times.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees