Georgia State University · 6 hours ago
Educational Program Specialist, Senior
Atlanta Metro
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$48K/yr - $48K/yr
2+ years expGeorgia State University is seeking a Senior Educational Program Specialist for the TRIO Upward Bound program, aimed at supporting low-income, potential first-generation college students. The role involves providing academic and personal support, ensuring program objectives are met, and conducting counseling sessions for participants.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Conducts presentations to schools and community organizations to ensure that all eligible students are aware of the program
Monitor’s participant’s academic performance by maintaining participant records and database by reviewing academic assessments with participants and ensure that a rigorous high school curriculum is being observed
Follows, policies, regulations and procedures established by the U.S. Department of Education and the Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia with implementing in grant responsibilities
Visits target schools and communicates with participants weekly to provided college preparation services
Engages participants in active learning through career planning, academic curriculums and other activities
Conducts sessions for participants and parents regarding completing college, scholarships, and financial aid paperwork
Coordinates college tours, career exploration, and financial literacy activities
Assists with planning and implementing Saturday Success Sessions, Summer Enrichment Program and field trips during standard and non-standard work hours
Facilitates participants use of technological devices for promoting online learning while enhancing academic progress
Performs other duties as assigned by the Project Director
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree and two years of related experience; or a combination of education and related experience
Preferred
Master's degree and two years' experience managing academic support services programs or counseling low-income academically underprepared high school or college students in either a postsecondary educational or community-based human services agency
Understanding and sensitivity to multicultural/differences needs
Benefits
Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.
Professional development opportunity and mentorship
Company
Georgia State University
Georgia State is an urban public research university and national model for student success in Atlanta, the cultural and economic center of the Southeast.
5001-10000 employees
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Late StageLeadership Team
Subhashish Samaddar
Professor at GSU & Co-founder and Chief Strategy Officer
Allison Calhoun-Brown
Sr. Vice President for Student Success and Chief Enrollment Officer
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