Counselor​/Tutor - TRIO Upward Bound AP

Salary: $3,500.00 Monthly

Location:

East St. Louis, IL

Job Type: Full Time

Job Number: 01538

Organization: TRIO Programs

Opening Date: 10/09/2026

Closing Date: 10/29/2026 11:59 PM Central

FLSA:
Non-Exempt

FLSA:
Exempt

Counselor/Tutor - TRIO Upward Bound AP27-026

To build on a strong foundation of achievement and contribute to the realization of its ambitious institutional goals, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) invites applications for the position of Counselor/Tutor - TRIO Upward Bound AP27-026. As a premier metropolitan university, SIUE is committed to advancing social and economic mobility while shaping the workforce of the future. Grounded in a comprehensive, broad-based education and enriched by hands-on research opportunities, SIUE equips its students with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in a global marketplace and positively impact their communities.

Why SIUE?

Employing more than 2,400 faculty and staff members, SIUE is one of the largest employers in the Metropolitan St. Louis area. A study by SIUE School of Business faculty shows the University has a $1.3 billion annual economic impact on the region. Each year, the University's presence generates almost 9,000 additional jobs and more than $250 million in labor income for the area.

What You Will Do

• The primary responsibility of the TRIO Upward Bound Counselor/Tutor is to provide academic career and personal counseling as well as instruction to help prepare high school students for post-secondary education.
• The Counselor/Tutor supports students in overcoming academic, social and personal challenges by offering tutoring, advising on college admissions, financial aid and career planning while fostering skills necessary for academic success.
• The Counselor/Tutor will be responsible for assisting in developing/refining program curriculum, maintaining data on required program areas, recruitment of students and other duties as assigned by the Program Director or designee.
• The Counselor/Tutor is expected to maintain a balanced workload that prioritizes direct participant services while fulfilling the program's recruitment, documentation, curriculum development, outreach, and administrative responsibilities.
• Work priorities may fluctuate throughout the program year based on student needs, recruitment cycles, academic calendars, summer programming, reporting deadlines, and priorities established by the Program Director.

FLSA:
Exempt

Bachelor's degree required.

Possess strong organizational, planning and time-management skills, along with excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

• Bachelor's Degree in Education or related field
• Experience in TRIO Upward Bound Progams
• Demonstrated passion for working with educational programs that serve disadvantaged, low-income and first generation high school students, with a commitment to promoting students success and higher education opportunities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Power Point is preferred. Ability to effectively utilize student tracking and database management systems is recommended.
• Ability to effectively utilize student tracking and database management systems is recommended.

Application Materials and Information:

• To be eligible for the role, ensure that your application includes a complete and detailed employment history that highlights your relevant full-time and part-time work experience, including start and end dates of employment, and at least three professional references.
• You are strongly encouraged to submit a resume and/or cover letter to provide additional context…