Upward Bound Program Success Coach (part-time)

Job Description

Job Description

Independence Community College

Position Announcement

Part-Time Success Coach for Upward Bound Program

Independence Community College (ICC) seeks applications for the position of Part-time Success Coach for the Upward Bound Program. Independence Community College (ICC) is a small, rural, residential community college in southeast Kansas offering a wide variety of academic programs while promoting culture enrichment and economic development in our surrounding communities. Through our programs, we are committed and qualified to provide an academic experience that prepares students with the practical skills and knowledge to lead in the global 21st century workforce. ICC is dedicated to continuous quality improvement through the Standard Pathway accreditation process with the Higher Learning Commission and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Upward Bound is funded 100% by the U.S. Department of Education.

Position Summary

The Part-time Success Coach for Upward Bound is responsible for assisting with site visits, providing in-person or virtual tutoring to project participants (high school students at 5 Southeast Kansas high schools, grades 9-12) in English, Math, and / or Science, and reaching out to project participants with struggling grades. This is 10-month (Sept-June) position, typically 10-12 hours a week with at least one day / 8 of those hours being in-person.

Compensation

14-20 per hour, dependent on qualifications and number of subjects willing to tutor

Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Education or a subject related to English, Math, or Science preferred, but will consider those who are currently enrolled in a higher education program, have completed at least 45 credits with a 3.0 GPA or higher, and have experience tutoring or teaching

Must demonstrate excellent interpersonal, technology, and time management skills

Must demonstrate a sensitivity to, and strong interest working with, educationally and economically disadvantaged students

Ability to drive, possession of a valid drivers license and successfully pass MVR check

Primary Responsibilities

Assist Project Coordinator with site visits to local high schools as assigned

Provide tutoring / assistance to project participants in-person or via Zoom or Teams

Provide individualized instruction in oneonone and group settings

Follow and enforce ICC and Upward Bound policies and procedures

Monitor student grades and progress

Maintain accurate documentation, such as attendance data for each tutoring session

Maintain a professional attitude about matters such as class standards, grades, and student complaints

Serve as a positive role model for all Upward Bound participants

Perform other duties as assigned

Primary Functions

Ability to communicate effectively with participants, staff, and community

Assure timeliness of reports and communications with information management skills

Collaborative, collegial, and responsible work habits

High degree of ethical standards, including adherence to general rules of safety, confidentiality, procedures, and fair labor standards

Commitment to high professional standard, including professional growth

Time management skills and a high degree of organizational skills

Ability to manage multiple deadlines, tasks, projects and assignments

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of Part-time Tutor for the Upward Bound Program position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

With or without assistance : ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time; ability to move freely around campus and other locations

Ability to communicate both in person and remotely; ability to speak clearly; mental capacity to make decisions and follow through with directions

Ability to lift up to 20 pounds

Ability to bend, stoop, reach and grasp as required to perform responsibilities

Ability to perform repetitive keyboard and computer mouse functions

The ability to communicate clearly with small or large groups of people, with an excellent comprehension of the English language, is essential

Salary : $14 - $20