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Coordinator, Upward Bound Program

Employer
University of Wisconsin Superior
Location
Superior , WI
Salary
NEGOTIABLE

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Industry
Education
Role
Other
Job Type
Long-Term
Hours
Full Time

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UW-Superior is committed to make excellence inclusive in every aspect of the institution. Diversity, inclusion and equity are prioritized learning resources for all community members. We strive to offer quality programs in an environment of trust and cooperation that centers on the worth of all individuals. The University is seeking candidates who will contribute to the achievement of this goal.

POSITION: Associate Instructional Specialist, Upward Bound Program-TRIO


DUTIES: The Upward Bound Coordinator is to provide coordination of activities and services related to program goals and will provide leadership and support for students to achieve their academic goals and attend postsecondary education. This role includes academic, personal, and career counseling to federally qualifying students.


REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE:
*Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution in Education, or another related field.
*Experience working with high school students

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE:
*Experience supervising staff
*Experience in the design, implementation, and evaluation of academic and diagnostic programs and activities for high school students
*Experience working with low-income and potential first generation high school students
*Demonstrated skills in motivating students and staff
*TRIO experience


SALARY: UW-S offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance coverage for their eligible dependents.

STARTING DATE: As soon as possible

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Upward Bound is a federally funded TRIO program that identifies and assists promising high school students who face barriers in completing high school and enrolling in a postsecondary institution. It also provides support services to potential students who would be unlikely to pursue higher education without extra support.

APPLICACTION PROCESS: Review of all complete applications will commence 8:00am July 16th, 2018 and will continue until the position is filled.

Click Apply Today to be considered

UW-Superior: A Special Place:
The University of Wisconsin-Superior is Wisconsin's leading public liberal arts college. Established in 1893 with a mission to train teachers, it later became a part of the University of Wisconsin-System, and in 1998 was designated as Wisconsin's Leading Public Liberal Arts College by the University of Wisconsin System Board of regents. The University serves 2,500 traditional and non-traditional students and is dedicated to the integration of liberal and professional studies and serving a diverse student population. UW-Superior maintains the values of its founding as a teacher education college through emphasis on excellence in teaching as well as service to the community and region. The core mission is student-centered and values oriented, as the institution fosters intellectual growth and career preparation within a liberal arts tradition that emphasizes individual attention and embodies respect for diverse cultures and multiple voices. The richness of programs lend to a very personalized educational environment that integrates theory and practice, liberal and professional education, teaching, scholarship, and creativity. The University has launched a significant campus-wide Liberal Arts Initiative that includes a First Year Experience, Academic Service Learning, Global Awareness, Undergraduate Research, Writing Across the Curriculum, and a Senior Year Experience. At UW-Superior, we promote the values of academic excellence, integrity, and community within a collegial environment. At the core of our values is the appreciation for, and examination of, diversity, inclusivity, and equity. UW-Superior offers day, evening, weekend, and distance learning classes.

The University will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identities of "final candidates" must be revealed upon request. According to the Attorney General, "final candidates" under Wisconsin law means the five candidates who are considered most qualified for the position. See Wis. Stat. Sec. 19.36(7)(a).

The University reserves the right to check additional references with notice given to the candidates at the appropriate time in the process.

Employment will require a criminal background check. A pending criminal charge or conviction will not necessarily disqualify an applicant. In compliance with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act, the University does not discriminate on the basis of arrest or conviction record.

Employment is subject to federal laws that require verification of identity and legal right to work in the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act.

For UW-Superior campus safety information and crime statistics/Annual Security Report, see www.uwsuper.edu/safety/clery or contact the Office of Campus Safety at (715) 394-8114 for a printed copy.

UW-Superior is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator

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Become part of the UW-Superior community where we combine our mission and values through the liberal arts tradition, fostering an environment of trust and cooperation centering on the worth of all individuals.

The richness of programs lends to a very personalized educational environment integrating theory and practice, liberal and professional education, service to the community and region, teaching, scholarship, and creativity.

Join an active, engaged learning and working community of individuals today.

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Old Main 201
Belknap and Catlin Avenue
Superior
WI
54880
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