West Emery County GEAR UP Advisor

Utah State University•Price, UT

14d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the general direction of the Utah State University Eastern (USU Eastern) GEAR UP (GU) Director, the Emery County GEAR UP (GU) Advisor shall provide academic, career, and college advising to GU students and their families/guardians at Emery High School, Canyon View Middle School, and San Rafael Middle School. This role involves one-on-one and group settings, regular communication with school staff and families, and acting as an ambassador for the GU program. The advisor will travel regularly to serve students in Emery County and attend meetings and events at USU Eastern. Occasional evening work is required for special events. The position also involves addressing the needs of diverse learners, serving as a positive role model, and utilizing discernment in all communications and planning. Annual travel for professional development is possible, subject to funding. The position is 15 hours per week for 10 months, with no work during university/school holidays. Scheduled hours in June and July are contingent upon staffing needs for summer activities, professional development, or student outreach.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
Must have reliable transportation to and from Emery High School, Canyon View Middle School, and San Rafael Middle School
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Strong basic math and reading skills for tutoring
Exceptional ability to find answers in situations where you don’t know the answer
Excellent critical thinking, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Above-average public speaking skills
Ability to work independently and hold to pre-set schedules and appointments as needed
Ability to handle confidential information, including FERPA
Ability to follow GEAR UP and school/district/university policies, regulations, and procedures
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Outlook email, Google Calendar, Mac and/or PC platform
Successful completion of a background check

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree or certificate of completion from a regionally accredited post-secondary institution or regionally accredited vocational/trade school
Current or previous experience with a GEAR UP program
Previous experience mentoring or working with high school and middle school students
Knowledge of college/university admissions, financial aid/scholarship programs, and degree requirements

Responsibilities

Assist GU students with homework, ACT/SAT prep, and other academic activities; scholarship, financial aid (FAFSA), and college applications; college preparatory activities; advancement to rigorous coursework (advanced classes, AP classes, concurrent enrollment, CLEP tests), and other GU-related functions during GU classes, office hours, or after school.
Design and conduct workshops about college and career readiness, academic skills, life skills, and other GU-related topics for students and families/guardians under the direction of the USU Eastern GU Director.
Attend and assist with GU Region 9 special events; create a post-secondary education-attending culture at school and with GU students and families/guardians; identify supports and barriers for students to complete high school and attend a regionally-accredited post-secondary institution.
Serve as advisor and positive role model for GU students.
Identify and encourage student participation in GU.
Meet with GU students/families/guardians in person, small group, or classroom on a regular basis.
Communicate with GU students/families/guardians via phone, text, or email.
Make appropriate referrals to school or community organizations based on student/family/guardian need.
Promote GU program and activities; contribute to GU social media content; contribute to monthly GU newsletter.
Participate in GU training, staff meetings, campus visits, activities, and events.
Submit required paperwork according to GU deadlines.
Report any disclosures of sexual harassment or sexual violence to the USU Title IX Coordinator and/or appropriate school district/school authority.
Report child abuse or neglect to the nearest peace office, law enforcement agency, or office of the Division of Child and Family Services (DCFS).