Upward Bound Math & Science Advisor

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Position Title:

Upward Bound Math & Science Advisor Job Category:

Academic Staff

Employment Type:

Regular Job Profile:

Pre-College Svcs Advising Spec

Job Duties:

The TRIO Upward Bound Math & Science (UBMS) Advisor supports the planning, implementation, and delivery of comprehensive pre-college services designed to prepare eligible high school students with demonstrated interest and potential in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) for successful entry into and completion of postsecondary education in STEM fields. The Advisor works collaboratively with the UBMS Program Director and program staff to ensure compliance with U.S. Department of Education TRIO grant objectives while fostering strong partnerships with target schools, families, STEM faculty, and community stakeholders.

This position provides direct student advising, academic support, STEM exploration, outreach, and program coordination.

Major Duties and Responsibilities Outreach, Recruitment & Community Engagement Design, coordinate, and facilitate outreach and recruitment activities targeting eligible students with interest and aptitude in STEM fields and their families.

Assist with the development of promotional materials, applications, and recruitment strategies in digital and print formats that share the scope and purpose of UBMS.Conduct informational sessions, workshops, and recruitment events at target schools and community sites, particularly in collaboration with math and science staff/ faculty.

Represent the UBMS program at school, STEM-related, and community events to promote awareness and participation.

Identify prospective participants with STEM potential and make admission recommendations to the Program Director.

Academic Advising, Counseling & Case Management Manage a caseload of 60 UBMS participants.

Develop and implement individualized education plans aligned with a rigorous course progression.

Provide one-on-one and small group academic advising, mentoring, and counseling with emphasis on STEM persistence and academic readiness.

Monitor academic progress through high school with particular attention to academic rigor, transcripts, assessments, dual enrollment, and tutoring participation.

Support students with college admissions, scholarship opportunities, research programs, and financial aid processes.

Provide referrals to tutoring, research opportunities, internships, and STEM enrichment resources as appropriate .Track participant persistence in STEM pathways and postsecondary outcomes for federal reporting purposes.

Program Implementation, Curriculum & Student Services Research, develop, and facilitate workshops focused on career exploration, STEM exploration, college readiness, and study skills.

Coordinate and support tutoring services, advanced math and science enrichment, ACT preparation, laboratory exposure, and academic skill-building activities.

Assist with the planning, coordination, and facilitation of the summer program, including STEM coursework and experiential learning components.

Organize and chaperone college visits, STEM lab tours, research site visits, academic enrichment trips, and program excursions.

Collaborate with target school personnel, campus STEM faculty, research departments, and community organizations to deliver high-impact STEM programming.

Program Administration, Data & Compliance Support Assist the Program Director with completion of the Annual Performance Report (APR) and other required reports.

Maintain accurate participant records and data in the Blumen database and other required systems.

Collect, track, and compile data for program evaluation and reporting, including participation, STEM course enrollment, and postsecondary admittance outcomes.

Monitor participant stipends and maintain accurate documentation.

Assist with monitoring program activities to ensure alignment with federal TRIO regulations and the Center for Pre-College Programs.

Support budget tracking and resource coordination as assigned.

Operational Support &…