Title: Academic Advisor 1 - Upward Bound

Department Org: Upward Bound - 111790

Employee Classification: U1

Bargaining Unit: Professional Staff Association

Primary Location: MC SA

Posted Salary: $42,000 to $48,000 based on experience

Travel: yes

Weekend/Holiday: yes

Job Description:

The primary responsibilities of the Academic Advisor are recruitment of program participants, providing academic and career advising and/or services to program participants; planning, developing and implementing strategies to enhance the academic skills of program participants (i.e., conducting standardized testing; coordinating academic year and summer component, field, math/science, STEM and socio-cultural events/activities; monitoring weekly tutoring; classroom instruction and program workshops; liaison between university departments, the Toledo community, students, parents and target schools); aids in designing, researching and implementing evaluation materials; acquires, compiles and analyzes statistical and research data for reports as assigned; manages and tracks student data; visits target schools, hosts conferences with school officials and works directly with university departments, the Toledo community and Toledo Public school systems on behalf of program and participants to provide program services). Evening and weekend work is required as well as travel and other duties as assigned by director.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education/experience/licensing:
• Bachelor’s degree in education, Math, Science or related field; master’s preferred (Education, Guidance Counseling or Sociology).
• Two (2) years’ experience with programs or projects serving the needs of low-income, minority and/or disadvantaged students.
• Succeeded in overcoming the circumstances/disadvantages like those of the target population.
• Ability to interpret test results.
• Clean driving record.

Communication and other skills:
• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
• Computer literacy.
• Well developed presentation, organizational and administrative skills.
• Ability to understand and work well with students, parents, teachers and target school personnel.

Conditions of Employment:

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Toledo is an equal opportunity employer. The University of Toledo does not discriminate in employment, educational programs, or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military or veteran status, disability, familial status, or political affiliation. 

The University is dedicated to attracting and retaining the best and brightest talent and fostering a culture of respect.

The University of Toledo provides reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodation to complete this application, or for testing or interviewing, please contact HR Compliance at hrcompliance@utoledo.edu or 419-530-4747 between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. or apply online for an accommodation request. 

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