Academic Coordinator - Upward Bound

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Full Consideration Date:

10/01/2025

Job Description:

The Upward Bound program is seeking an Academic Coordinator! Upward Bound is a college preparatory program co-funded by the United States Department of Education and the University of Northern Iowa. It is designed to empower program participants with the academic skills and motivation necessary to succeed in high school and ultimately complete college. This is one of several programs located in the UNI-Center for Urban Education Building in Waterloo, IA, as part of the Educational Opportunity Programs & Special Community Services (EOP/SCS) office.

Primary Function: Assists in the development and implementation of program goals and objectives; participates in selection and evaluation of staff; recruits and identifies program participants; aids in identifying and meeting academic needs of participants; counsels and advises participants; instructs assigned classes; manages Supplemental Instruction sessions; coordinates college visits; assists with operation of a robotics team; serves as liaison to University and community agency representatives; produces quarterly newsletters and maintains electronic media; assists with designing and implementing summer programming; conducts ACT preparation workshops and classification meetings; works with prospective post-secondary students in the completion of applications and financial aid forms; and compiles program information.

Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in education or related field plus at least one year of experience in counseling, teaching low-income high school or first-generation college students, or related experience required. TRIO experience and teaching experience preferred. Student experience will be considered. Occasional evening and weekend work will be necessary.

Position Details:

• Job Category: Professional and Scientific
• Type of Position: Term
• Service Schedule: Calendar Year

Application Instructions:

All application materials received by October 01, 2025, will be given full consideration. To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. The following materials must be attached when applying:

1) Resume
2) Cover Letter

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• Compensation:
• $18.50 to Commensurate
• Pay Grade: 117
• Pay Basis: Hourly

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime or comp time

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