TRIO Upward Bound High School Advisor

Anoka-Ramsey Community College • Coon Rapids, MN

428d • $49,150 - $71,094

About The Position

The TRIO Upward Bound High School Advisor at Anoka-Ramsey Community College plays a crucial role in supporting high school students from low-income families and those whose parents do not hold a bachelor's degree. The advisor manages a caseload of students, providing academic advising, college and career exploration opportunities, and social/emotional support. The position involves overseeing daily tutoring sessions at target high schools and facilitating programming that aims to increase college enrollment and graduation rates among traditionally underserved populations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree.
• Ability to motivate and empower low-income and first-generation students.
• Understanding of the barriers faced by underserved populations.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills in a diverse community.
• Demonstrated commitment to equitable and inclusive programming.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with or knowledge of TRIO programs or other educational opportunity programs.
• Knowledge of high school graduation requirements.
• Ability to balance and prioritize competing work priorities.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of high school students at two target schools.
• Provide academic advising and support to students.
• Facilitate college and career exploration opportunities.
• Oversee daily tutoring sessions at high schools.
• Coordinate occasional Saturday programming and a six-week summer program.
• Travel to high schools Monday-Thursday to oversee tutoring activities.

Benefits

• 11 paid holidays
• Vacation time
• Sick time
• Six weeks of paid parental leave
• Low-cost medical and dental insurance
• Pension plan
• 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans
• Pre-tax medical and dental expense accounts
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Short and long-term disability
• Professional development opportunities
• Tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 10,001+ employees