1 Upward Bound Curriculum Coordinator Job in Hot Springs, AR
National Park College is Hiring an Upward Bound Curriculum Coordinator Near Hot Springs, AR
- Identify and actively recruit eligible high school students to participate in the Upward Bound program on an annual basis
- Engage in outreach efforts by preparing written communication, flyers, and newsletters to disseminate program information/services to key stakeholders including target school personnel, students, and parents outlining program benefits
- Develop curriculum for weekly advising meetings, eight Saturday Scholars (annually), and assist with hiring, training and managing six-week intensive summer component
- Maintain confidential student academic records, attendance, participation in program activities and counseling contacts
- Collect summative and formative data related to program goals and objectives to assist the director in the preparation of federal, college and other reports as required
- Oversee the hiring, training, and managing of Summer Academy instructors/staff, and help with development and implementation of the summer component
- Coordinate and lead student-centered college and university campus visits
- Advise high school seniors and parents with completion of financial aid/scholarship and admission applications
- Collaborate with faculty and staff campus-wide for the overall good of the program
- Assist with managing satellite teachers within target schools
- Perform other duties as assigned
- Master’s degree in education, public administration, counseling or related field required
- Two or more years of work experience in a higher education setting with financial aid, admissions and student advisement experience
- Knowledge of and experience with TRIO federally funded grant programs
- Experience working with first-generation and economically underrepresented students
- Familiarity of completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
- Excellent written and verbal skills
- Capability to meet deadlines and work ahead
- Experience using software (i.e., Canva, Kahoot, Survey Monkey)
- Comfortable speaking to large groups
- Demonstrate the ability to work both independently and in a diverse team setting
- Must be able to walk long distances when touring campuses and participating in enrichment activities
- Must have a valid Arkansas driver’s license and a good driving record
- Must be able to lift 30 lbs
Job Summary
Full Time
$51k-65k (estimate)
03/07/2024
07/03/2024
np.edu
HOT SPRINGS, AR
200 - 500
1973
SALLY CARDER
$5M - $10M
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About National Park College
Find your path! National Park College is located in Hot Springs AR, a beautiful resort community approximately 45 minutes southwest of Little Rock. The local economy centers on tourism, manufacturing, retirement living, and medical sciences. Tourism attractions include the thermal waters of the National Park, hiking trails, horse racing at Oaklawn Park, five nearby lakes, outstanding golf courses, and a thriving art community. The fourth largest community college in the state, National Park College averages approximately 3,000 credit students per semester enrolled in college courses blending l...iberal arts with occupational education to prepare students to enter the workforce or transfer to a four-year institution. Over 2,000 students a year also enroll in a wide range of non-credit and continuing education services provided by the Community Services/Continuing Education Program. These include customized workforce training for business and industry, on-site courses for the hospitality and tourism industry, on campus computer classes, online classes, and various professional development workshops.
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