Part-time Project Advisor - Upward Bound

The Project Advisor will assist the Project Director in the overall operations of the Loyola University New Orleans Upward Bound Program. Additionally, the Part‑time Project Advisor will provide workshops to program participants and assist project participants with academic problems and college admissions.

• Assist other Project Advisors in compiling and monitoring student advisement/counseling documentation.
• Act as liaison and program contact person with target school personnel.
• Conduct college information sessions and college placement efforts.
• Document participant progress and retention
• Conduct Financial Literacy and Career Workshops
• Plan Academic Year and Summer Component Activities
• Execute Academic Year and Summer Component Activities
• Manage participants during the on-campus Summer Component
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Project Director.

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree
• Minimum four years of experience providing services for “disadvantaged” high school students.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access.
• Must be able to show evidence of managerial skills
• Skill and ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, parents, and secondary school personnel.
• Ability to manage, secure, and maintain confidential information/documents.

• Master’s Degree in Education, Counseling, or related fields preferred.

• Physical ability to complete the above duties with or without physical accommodations.