Upward Bound-TRiO Counselor

Portsmouth Public Schools • Portsmouth, VA

4h • Onsite

About The Position

Upward Bound Program Counselor Instruction Start Date: June 09, 2026 Instruction End Date: July 21, 2026 Days: Monday - Friday Location: Tidewater Community College Hours: 8:30 AM - 1:30 PM Counselors will work with Upward Bound students to promote educational aspiration and performance; lead small groups including planning and facilitating educational, cultural, and recreational events; maintain communication with academic staff regarding students' progress in classes; provide tutoring and advisement to individuals and groups of students.

Requirements

• Current faculty, staff and/or student attending a local college or target school teacher or guidance counselor.
• Knowledge of and/or experience working with high school students in a summer program environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience supervising youth is preferred.
• Experience leading small groups and tutoring is preferred.
• Preference given to individuals who have succeeded in overcoming economic, social and academic barriers similar to the students.

Responsibilities

• Promote educational aspiration and performance among Upward Bound students.
• Lead small groups, including planning and facilitating educational, cultural, and recreational events.
• Maintain communication with academic staff regarding students' progress in classes.
• Provide tutoring and advisement to individuals and groups of students.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed