Academic Champion

Academic Champion

JOB TITLE: Academic Champion

REPORTS TO: Upward Bound Math & Science Director

DEPARTMENT: TRIO Programs

EXEMPT: No

VICE PRESIDENT: Vice President of Career and Technical Education, Sponsored Grants, and HBCU Initiatives

GENERAL STATEMENT OF THE FUNCTION

All Hinds Community College employees must commit to the Caring Campus approach to student engagement and daily apply these general behavioral objectives: listen to student questions and concerns with a positive attitude and make meaningful connections with students.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

· Master’s degree (desired), preferably in Education, Administration/Educational Leadership, Curriculum & Instruction, Student Personnel, Social Work, and/or related fields.

· Experience working with high school students, particularly students from educationally or economically disadvantaged backgrounds.

· Experience providing tutoring, academic intervention, advising, mentoring, or student support services.

· Strong written and verbal communication skills.

· Strong interpersonal, public relations, marketing, and advertising skills.

· Ability to analyze academic data and identify student needs.

· Ability to maintain confidential records.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

· Maintain knowledge of legislation, and best practices.

· Serve as an academic resource for students throughout the program year.

· Ensure close communication, progress monitoring of participants and provide appropriate strategies for the Check and Connect Mentoring Program.

· Make recommendations for continued, modified, or discontinued intervention services based on the student's progress.

· Be knowledgeable of Dual Enrollment/Credit and Advance Placement of participants.

· Screen applicants for participant eligibility

· Refer ineligible students to appropriate or alternative services

· Oversee the academic year tutorials/Saturday Academies and activities (via face to face, virtual, and/or hybrid) in collaboration with the Project Director.

· Reach out to students who fail to meet their requirements, providing reminders and support.

· Submit progress reports and report cards to the Project Director in accordance with the district’s schedule.

· Update and manage the monthly student checklist to monitor and confirm the completion of all requirements.

· Collaborate with school administrators at target schools to schedule visits by the Director for individual and/or group sessions.

· Ensure that all necessary permissions and logistical arrangements are in place for these sessions to be conducted smoothly.

· Distribute necessary paperwork, including consent forms and intent forms, to students as required.

· Collect completed paperwork from students and review it for accuracy.

· Assist TRIO juniors and seniors with the ACT registration process, ensuring they meet all deadlines and requirements.

· Provide guidance to students on identifying suitable colleges, completing applications, applying for scholarships, and meeting deadlines.

· Support students and parents with completing FAFSA applications and other financial aid forms, ensuring they understand all requirements and deadlines.

· Communicate significant academic concerns to the Project Director in a timely manner.

· Assist with educational field trips, college tours, and other program activities when appropriate.

· Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Supervises Academic Interventionists during academic tutorials/Saturday Academies as appropriate.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hand to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit, taste and smell. The employee is frequently required to sit.

The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, and the employee is occasionally required to perform job responsibilities outdoors and off site.

We promote a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects individual strengths, ideas, and capabilities. We believe that our differences enable us to make better decisions, drive innovation, and deliver better results.

Mission

Hinds Community College is committed to moving people and communities forward by helping develop their purpose, passion and profession.

Vision

Hinds Community College will be a catalyst to create a competitive economy and a compelling culture for Mississippi.

Values

Hinds Community College aspires to the following IDEALS:

· Integrity

· Diversity

· Excellence

· Accountability

· Leadership

· Stewardship

In compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX, Education Amendments of 1972 of the Higher Education Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and other applicable Federal and State Acts, Hinds Community College offers equal education and employment opportunities and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability or veteran status in its educational programs and activities. We recognize our responsibility to provide an open and welcoming environment that fosters a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion for employees and students to collaboratively learn, work and serve our communities.

The following have been designated to handle inquiries regarding these policies:

EEOC Compliance: The Office of Human Resources PO Box 1100 Raymond MS 39154; Phone: 601-857-3396 or Email: EEOC@hindscc.edu.

Title IX: Vice President of Student Services, Title IX Coordinator PO Box 1100 Raymond MS 39154; Phone: 601-857-3353 or Email: TitleIX@hindscc.edu.

Part time

Part Time

Upward Bound

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