Academic Support Coordinator II
Academic Support Coordinator II
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$ 48722 - 49209
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Job Description
Upward Bound Project EDGE:
The Upward Bound Project EDGE (Exploration and Determination Guarantees Excellence) program is designed to provide opportunities for fundamental support to participants in their preparation for college entrance. The goal is to increase the rate at which participants complete high school education and graduate from institutions of postsecondary (college technical) education. Our goal is to recruit participants into the Upward Bound program retain them graduate them and get them ready for postsecondary education admittance and graduation.
The Opportunity:
UCF TRiO Programs Project EDGE seeks applications for an Academic Support Coordinator II. The Academic Support Coordinator II reports to the Manager of the Upward Bound Project EDGE Program and will work with lowincome firstgeneration high school students in grades 912 at Edgewater High School. The position will be responsible for providing academic advising services to participants to encourage and facilitate high school completion postsecondary enrollment options such as college vocational and career academy.
The coordinator is a 100 twelvemonth position. The coordinator reports to the Manager of the Upward Bound Program (EDGE) and is responsible for providing direct student services and support.
This is a Contract and Grant (C&G) funded position. Employment is subject to availability of funding and may cease at the time funding for this employment is depleted.
This is a visiting and renewable position. Visiting positions are based on circumstances such as funding sources which control the length of time for which the position is available. Position will be renewable up to a period of four years.
Responsibilities:
Delivers services to program participants both virtually and at Edgewater High School.
Implements the recruitment orientation/interviews and intake of the required number of students approved by the Department of Education in order to meet the program goals and objectives.
Establishes implements and delivers college readiness curriculum and workshops with a focus on college access navigation financial literacy family outreach and career exploration.
Collaborates with Manager to meet program internal goals and objectives.
Coordinates and participates in academic social and cultural events such as college tours and community service opportunities for program participants.
Analyze data generate and disseminate monthly reports to update Manager with programs progress.
Tracks Upward Bound (UB) students academic advising and participation requirements; assist participants with course selection to meet graduation requirements and develops/monitors Individual Academic Plans (IAPs).
Maintains appropriate and accurate student records; maintains contacts in Blumen database; and documents student participation in project services.
Research and remain up to date on higher education trends to support evidencebased decision making on academic success.
Reviews progress and report cards and develops academic success plan for students.
Assists with the planning and implementation of the academic year and summer programs.
Establishes and maintains a strong network of relationships among the UB program target school community and various stakeholders.
Develops and supervises student leadership committee.
Develops and maintains monthly program newsletter to share with program participants and parents.
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelors or Masters degree and 2 years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219. Click here for more information
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working with high school students.
Experience working with firstgeneration atrisk and lowincome students.
Program development experience related to advising and/or career planning.
Demonstrated ability to conduct presentations.
Experience working with a federally funded program.
Experience navigating the postsecondary school system.
Preferred degree in Education Social Science or a related field.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently and in a collaborative setting.
Additional Application Materials Required:
In addition to your application please include a resume.
Special Instructions to the Applicants:
This position will work a flexible schedule to include occasional evening and weekend assignments.
Finalist will undergo a Level 1 and 2 background check per UCF requirements for working with minor youth.
The position is provisional and is grantfunded through August 31 2027 by the U.S. Department of Education/TRIO. Employment is subject to availability of funding and may cease at the time funding for this employment is depleted.
This is a Contract and Grant (C&G) funded position. Employment is subject to availability of funding and may cease at the time funding for this employment is depleted.
This is a visiting and renewable position. Visiting positions are based on circumstances such as funding sources which control the length of time for which the position is available. Position will be renewable up to a period of four years.
Position requires a valid Class E drivers license. This position may involve driving to various locations on and off campus to conduct University business.
Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential
As a nextgeneration public research university and Forbesranked top employer in Florida we are a community of thinkers doers creators innovators healers and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is when you join Knight Nation youll play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country. Youll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty staff and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow youll work alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills and youll have countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck.
Working at UCF has its perks!UCF offers:
Benefit packages including Medical Dental Vision Life Insurance Flexible Spending and Employee Assistance Program
Paid time off including annual and sick time off and paid holidays
Retirement savings options
Employee discounts including tickets to many Orlando attractions
Education assistance
Flexible work environment
And moreFor more benefits information view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide.
Unless explicitly stated on the job posting it is UCFs expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.
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Department
Access and Community Engagement TRiOWork Schedule
Monday Friday; 8:00AM to 5:00PM. May also include weekend/evening hours as needed.Type of Appointment
Fixed Term (Fixed Term)Expected Salary
$48722.00 to $49209.00Job Posting End Date
0AMAs a Florida public university UCF makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.
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Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
