Advisor and Recruitment Coordinator - Upward Bound

Avila University - Kansas City, MO

Full-time - Entry Level

Kansas City, MO

Educational Services

About the position

The Advisor and Recruitment Coordinator for the Upward Bound program at Avila University is responsible for recruiting high school students, providing academic support, and ensuring compliance with educational guidelines. This role focuses on enhancing the educational experiences of underserved students through workshops, advising, and community engagement.

Responsibilities

• Recruit 9th and 10th graders to fill open spots in the program each year
• Provide recruitment presentations at high schools, feeder middle schools, and applicable community organizations
• Schedule and interview new participants
• Create new student files
• Ensure all new 9th and 10th graders complete the LASSI assessment
• Provide workshops to create a first-year experience and encourage retention in the UB programs
• Plan and organize academic workshops based on student needs monthly
• Assist in the development of a one-week residential summer program for 9th graders
• Assist with the implementation and planning of Saturday Seminars
• Monitor students' attendance, behavior, grades, test scores, and implement improvement strategies and action plans
• Advise 9th and 10th grade participants monthly
• Monitor compliance with U.S. Department of Education guidelines and policies; project guideline, policies; and Avila guidelines and policies
• Some weekends and evenings are required as well as the potential to travel during student trips and professional development events

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in education, business, social services or a related field with appropriate experience
• Motivated with meticulous attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a dynamic team
• Excellent writing skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Access to various college access and tutoring resources
• Experience working with underserved high school students in programming and presenting, advising, tutoring and ACT prep
• Experience working collaboratively with diverse groups including students, administrators, and external service providers

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Retirement plan
• Generous holiday schedule
• Tuition remission for employee and dependents
• Vacation and sick leave