UT GEAR UP for Industry Development and Educational Success (GUIDES 2025) Site Coordinator - Lockhart ISD

University of Texas at Austin•Austin, TX

37d•$55,000

About The Position

The Institute for Public School Initiatives (IPSI) is a center within the College of Education at The University of Texas at Austin. In support of the mission of the college which is focused on addressing responding to pressing challenges in education and health, IPSI commits resources and services to preparing students to achieve their academic potential; helps students and families increase their college awareness, readiness, and success; and provides educators and leadership with high-quality professional learning by designing and facilitating rigorous, engaging professional development content. The university provides employees a competitive benefits package that includes health insurance (premiums covered 100% for full-time benefits-eligible employees), retirement plans, and paid leave, in addition to other programs and services. This position is fixed term, and the expected end date is September 30, 2026 , with the possibility of renewal and extension of the appointment depending on funding and performance. Purpose The UT GEAR UP Industry Development and Educational Success (GUIDES 2025) Site Coordinator will help GEAR UP cohort students realize their dream of post-secondary education. Working alongside middle and high school staff, Coordinators will assist students with academic and college knowledge counseling, mentoring, college admissions, financial aid, and scholarship applications. Coordinators will also plan and assist with college awareness activities at the school-level to meet UT GEAR UP GUIDES 2025 project objectives and goals. The UT GEAR UP GUIDES 2025 Site Coordinator will be located regionally in Lockhart, TX, and will provide direct support to students, families, and educators in Lockhart ISD. The position requires tact, diplomacy, and a strong commitment to service. Successful candidates will demonstrate the ability to collaborate creatively and effectively with others to solve problems and reach goals. Successful candidates will also demonstrate excellent organizational and communication skills, including the ability to listen carefully and to write and speak persuasively.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in counseling, social work, child development, education, public administration, or related field

Nice To Haves

Master's degree
In-depth knowledge of secondary education requirements in Texas
Knowledge of postsecondary education options, application procedures, and admission requirements
Knowledge of financial aid and scholarship opportunities and FAFSA application processes
Strong ability to communicate with students, parents, and school staff verbally and in writing
Strong preference for bilingual/bicultural (Spanish) fluency/knowledge

Responsibilities

Provide academic enrichment, informational, and motivational opportunities and interventions, including mentoring, tutoring, and advising activities (before school, during school, and after school) for GEAR UP cohort students
Organize group events such as student assemblies and pep rallies, family night events, and other student and parent support activities (before school, during school, and after school) that encourage students and their families to consider, plan for, and apply to colleges and universities
Provide one-on-one admissions and financial-aid advice to any GEAR UP cohort student or their family seeking assistance
Submit in-kind match and other supporting documentation upon request to the Fiscal Analyst as per grant requirements and assist district personnel in identifying match opportunities
Establish productive working relationships with principals, counselors, and teachers in the assigned middle and high schools
Assist in the efforts of other UT GEAR UP Site Coordinators within the district and the cohort
Assist in the assessment and long-term sustainability of the program
Maintain expertise in college knowledge and readiness