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Job Summary

The mission of Veterans Upward Bound (VUB) is to assist veterans in returning to post-secondary educational programs. The Academic Coordinator will coordinate the academic services that each VUB participant receives in addition to teaching college preparation and refresher courses for adults who are participating in the program. VUB provides instruction in math, reading, composition, literature and computer skills. The Academic Coordinator provides instruction in one-to-one, small group, and workshop settings. Successful candidate will adhere to the principles of promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in education.
This position is 15 hours per week. The VUB program is located at RIT, but travel within the target area is also expected.

Job Responsibilities

Please be advised this position requires a willingness to work flexible hours – travel and some evening hours will be required.

• Coordinates the academic services that each VUB participant receives
• Teaches college preparation and refresher courses for adults who are participating in the program focusing on math, reading, composition, literature and computer skills.
• Facilitates academic skills preparation and resources needed to help veteran participants successfully enroll in post-secondary education
• Meets 1-1 and also in groups with veteran participants to deliver academic services
• Assists with administrative duties including maintaining database and record keeping
• Live our values, embrace diverse perspectives, and nurture the RIT community to remain a great place to work for all.

Administration:

• Maintain accurate records of participant activities and attendance.
• Monitor progress of project participants.
• Assist with maintaining the project’s focus on achieving program objectives.
• Adhere to deadlines and regulations regarding required project documentation, reports, data collection, and forms.
• Use student database and ensure all new student information is entered into the system and the corresponding spreadsheet
• Coordinate with VUB Advisors and Director in implementing each participant’s Individualized Academic Plan (IAP).Assist the Veterans Upward Bound Director in evaluating program activities

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• At least one year of related professional experience working in adult education or with low-income individuals/families, first-generation students or veterans.
• Ability to work independently and comply with program guidelines.
• Excellent written and verbal skills
• Demonstrated ability to use the Microsoft Office Suite as evidenced by application materials.
• Experience in working with adults individually and/or in groups.
• Experience working with low-income or first-generation populations, working in program development/management and experience working in TRiO or similar projects is desired.

PLEASE NOTE: The individual hired for this position will be required to have a pre-employment Motor Vehicle check, and the Motor Vehicle Report must clear RIT’s Safe Driving Policy. (see Page 4) Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license, as this position requires travel

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in teaching and motivating adult learners.
• Veteran status.
• Master’s degree.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of issues and problems experienced by veterans.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with target population, officials in postsecondary institutions, VA medical Centers/VA organizations, community agencies, community organizations, and community centers.
• Ability to work independently and comply with program guidelines.