TRiO Upward Bound Assistant Director of Academics

Central Carolina Community College•Sanford, NC

About The Position

The Assistant Director of Academics coordinates the academic components of three TRIO Upward Bound programs serving approximately 182 high school students in Harnett and Lee Counties. The role oversees academic instruction, tutoring, course selection, test preparation, student advising, summer academic programming, and related records and reporting. It also builds partnerships with schools, college faculty, students, and families to support student achievement, high school graduation, and postsecondary enrollment. The position includes overnight student trips at least twice a year, out-of-state conferences or training once or twice a year, Saturday events, and Summer Academy at universities within an hour or less of the college. Occasional travel between campuses and for training, as well as occasional after-hours work, may be required. The role requires a master's degree in Education, Social Science, Counseling, a teaching content area, or a related field, and at least three years of related work experience. The Assistant Director of Academics works with oversight from the Director when hiring, training, supervising, and evaluating part-time summer academic instructors, test-preparation instructors, and tutors.

Requirements

Master's degree in Education, Social Science, Counseling, a teaching content area, or a related field.
At least three years of related work experience.
Experience teaching, advising, or counseling high school students preparing for college entrance.
Experience coordinating academic services.
Experience working with low-income or first-generation students in an educational setting.
Knowledge of best practices for teaching and promoting academic achievement among low-income and first-generation high school students.
Knowledge of high school education and college entrance requirements.
Ability to coordinate high-quality academic services and effectively train and supervise part-time academic instructors.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to develop relationships with students.
Ability to foster and maintain positive, collaborative relationships with internal and external partners.
Effective oral and written communication with students, parents, colleagues, and the community.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Demonstrated leadership skills and willingness to take initiative.
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
Ability to maintain accurate documentation and prepare reports.
Ability to use technology effectively.
Ability to seek and identify methods for continuous program improvement.
Understanding and respect for the diverse backgrounds of students, staff, and the college community.
Ability to attend overnight student trips at least twice a year, out-of-state conferences or training once or twice a year, Saturday events, and Summer Academy; occasional travel between campuses and after-hours work may also be required.

Nice To Haves

Educational background in a STEM field.
Experience teaching a core subject at the high school level.
Experience working in higher education.
Experience working in a TRIO program or similar program for disadvantaged students.
Experience supervising staff.
Personal experience overcoming academic, cultural, financial, or other obstacles similar to those faced by low-income or first-generation Upward Bound students.

Responsibilities

Coordinate, supervise, and document academic services, including instruction, tutoring, course selection, and ACT/SAT/EOC test preparation.
Recruit, hire, train, supervise, and evaluate part-time summer academic instructors, test-preparation instructors, and tutors, with oversight from the Director.
Develop and maintain partnerships with target-school guidance staff and faculty, college faculty, and other members of the academic community.
Monitor and document participant academic progress by collecting and analyzing progress reports, report cards, and transcripts.
Inform students and parents about academic standing, meet with them as needed, and document students placed on Academic Probation.
Identify students’ academic needs and coordinate or implement individualized interventions.
Create, evaluate, and update curriculum for ninth- and tenth-grade students’ monthly school visits.
Conduct monthly school visits and provide individual and group advising to support academic success, high school graduation, and postsecondary enrollment at assigned schools.
Build relationships with students and families from assigned high schools to promote student growth and program engagement.
Collaborate with Upward Bound staff and local school district personnel to recruit and retain at least 60 participants per program each year, including attending school events and presenting at assigned high schools.
Coordinate tutoring services and maintain documentation of those services.
Coordinate and supervise summer-program academics, including instruction in mathematics, literature and composition, science, and foreign language; hands-on workshops; and ACT/SAT preparation.
Advise students on high school course selection and re-entry to secondary education as needed.
Manage the budget for supplies and instructional-supply inventory, and distribute or request supplies as needed.
Develop forms and records for program activities and maintain service documentation in an electronic database and participant files.
Work with other TRIO staff on formative assessment and continuous improvement of program delivery.
Assist with program evaluations and reports, including the Department of Education Annual Performance Report.
Promote a learning environment in which diverse perspectives and experiences are supported and valued, and encourage participation by members of diverse communities.
Perform other duties as assigned.