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Counselor/Tutor - TRIO Upward Bound AP27-026 (2 Positions)

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
East Saint Louis, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 10/12/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/9/2027

Description

Counselor/Tutor - TRIO Upward Bound AP27-026

To build on a strong foundation of achievement and contribute to the realization of its ambitious institutional goals, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) invites applications for the position of Counselor/Tutor - TRIO Upward Bound AP27-026. As a premier metropolitan university, SIUE is committed to advancing social and economic mobility while shaping the workforce of the future. Grounded in a comprehensive, broad-based education and enriched by hands-on research opportunities, SIUE equips its students with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in a global marketplace and positively impact their communities.

Why SIUE?

Employing more than 2,400 faculty and staff members, SIUE is one of the largest employers in the Metropolitan St. Louis area. A study by SIUE School of Business faculty shows the University has a $1.3 billion annual economic impact on the region. Each year, the University's presence generates almost 9,000 additional jobs and more than $250 million in labor income for the area.

What You Will Do

  • The primary responsibility of the TRIO Upward Bound Counselor/Tutor is to provide academic career and personal counseling as well as instruction to help prepare high school students for post-secondary education.
  • The Counselor/Tutor supports students in overcoming academic, social and personal challenges by offering tutoring, advising on college admissions, financial aid and career planning while fostering skills necessary for academic success.
  • The Counselor/Tutor will be responsible for assisting in developing/refining program curriculum, maintaining data on required program areas, recruitment of students and other duties as assigned by the Program Director or designee.
  • The Counselor/Tutor is expected to maintain a balanced workload that prioritizes direct participant services while fulfilling the program's recruitment, documentation, curriculum development, outreach, and administrative responsibilities.
  • Work priorities may fluctuate throughout the program year based on student needs, recruitment cycles, academic calendars, summer programming, reporting deadlines, and priorities established by the Program Director.

FLSA: Exempt



Minimum Acceptable Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required.
Possess strong organizational, planning and time-management skills, along with excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Education or related field
Experience in TRIO Upward Bound Progams
Demonstrated passion for working with educational programs that serve disadvantaged, low-income and first generation high school students, with a commitment to promoting students success and higher education opportunities.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Power Point is preferred. Ability to effectively utilize student tracking and database management systems is recommended.

Supplemental Information

Application Materials and Information:

  • To be eligible for the role, ensure that your application includes a complete and detailed employment history that highlights your relevant full-time and part-time work experience, including start and end dates of employment, and at least three professional references.
  • You are strongly encouraged to submit a resume and/or cover letter to provide additional context and showcase your qualifications.
  • Applicants who feel their credentials and prior experience align with the listed minimum qualifications are encouraged to apply. In the application or within the cover letter and resume clearly describe how your credentials and relevant work experience align with the specified minimum requirements of the position.
  • Applications must be submitted by the specified closing date no later than 11:59 p.m. CST.

Pre- Employment Screening: All external candidates who receive a job offer will be required to undergo pre-employment screening for this position. The screening process will encompass a criminal background check and, where applicable, other background checks such as a drug screen, verification of employment and education or licensure/certification, reference checks, and/or checks with relevant government registries. Please note that all job offers are contingent upon successful completion of the required screening process.

Additional Information:

Visa Sponsorship & F-1/J-1 Visas

SIUE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States and visa sponsorship for this position will not be provided.
International students at SIUE on F-1 or J-1 visas are not eligible for full-time or part-time civil service positions with permanent status.

E-Verify

SIUE is not currently enrolled in or participating in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s E-Verify program.

SIUE does not use E-Verify to electronically confirm the employment eligibility of newly hired employees through the Social Security Administration and the Department of Homeland Security databases. Therefore, the University cannot legally employ individuals who are on OPT STEM Extension, as we cannot provide an E-Verify case number, participation confirmation, or related documentation.

SIUE complies with all applicable federal employment eligibility verification requirements, including completion and maintenance of Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, for all employees as required under the Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA).

Accommodation

If you are unable to utilize our online application system and need to request an accommodation, please reach out to us at 618-650-2190 or via email at careerinfo@siue.edu.

EEO Statement

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is an equal opportunity employer and thus prohibits discrimination against employees, applicants for employment and students on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran’s status.

We value your interest and look forward to reviewing your application. For questions or more information, email: careerinfo@siue.edu

Benefits:

Health Insurance, Sick Leave

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