Temp Target School Coordinator, Upward Bound

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Brandeis - Waltham Campus time type:
Part time posted on:
Posted Yesterday job requisition :
R0012414

Brandeis University seeks to hire a Target School Coordinator to support the program development and implementation for Brandeis University's Upward Bound grant. Upward Bound is a federally funded early outreach college preparatory program designed to increase college attendance among low-income and first-generation college-bound high school students. The grant serves 60 first-generation and low-income students at Waltham High School in order to increase their grades, retention rates, graduation rates, knowledge of the college application process, and college enrollment.

The Target School Coordinator will actively build positive educational relationships with target population students, parents and site staff. This position will also assist in the development/implementation of the academic year after school tutoring program, aid in identifying and meeting academic needs of participants, compile information on program instructional services/activities participants and render related services as needed.

Compensation is $30  per hour, up to 15 hours a week. Position is through 6/30/26 with the possibility of renewal based on funding.

Please note that the work cannot be done during the WPS contractual work hours.

Key Responsibilities:

* Student and Tutor Support:
Help identify and select students for the program and maintain relationships with student participants. Supervise Brandeis student tutors in their work with student participants, and provide feedback and guidance to the tutors. Act as the first point of contact for scheduling tutoring appointments. Maintain time and attendance records for tutors and students. (50%)
* Communication:
Maintain regular communication with Upward Bound personnel at Brandeis to ensure alignment of programs and services, as well as compliance with required grant guidelines. Keep teachers and administrators at the target school informed about the Upward Bound program. Keep Upward Bound personnel informed about successes, problems and concerns relating to the operation of the after-school program at target school. (25%)
* Reporting and Records:
Record and report number of students tutored, tutoring hours logged, and related records to support federal reporting guidelines. Maintain records of hours worked and consistently report hours (training provided). Submit monthly effort detail reports (training provided) (20%)
* Other Duties:
Complete other duties as assigned. (5%)#

Qualifications:

* Master’s Degree in related content area preferred.
* Must have been employed at the target school for at least two years in a position that routinely interacts with the student population.
* Basic computer literacy skills with email, Microsoft programs:
Word, PowerPoint, Teams, and EXCEL.
* Demonstrated competency in self-motivation and initiative.
* Excellent communication and organizational skills.
* Proficiency in Spanish strongly preferred.#
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