Education Specialist (provisional)

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Little Rock, United States
$45,000 py
On-site
Implement postsecondary access strategy
Travel within target area for services
Provide advising and career exploration
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is seeking an Education Specialist for a provisional position within its TRIO Educational Opportunity Center, aimed at assisting low-income adults in completing secondary education and accessing postsecondary opportunities. The role involves advising, career exploration, and outreach services, requiring strong interpersonal skills and a valid driver’s license for travel

Job Summary

  • The Education Specialist implements a postsecondary access strategy for eligible adults and travels within the target area to provide services.
  • This position is grant-funded and contingent upon annual federal appropriations, assisting low-income persons and those without a four-year degree.
  • The role involves advising, career exploration, study skills, exposure to college campuses, college admissions, and financial aid application assistance.

Matching Summary

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The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is seeking an Education Specialist for a provisional position within its TRIO Educational Opportunity Center, aimed at assisting low-income adults in completing secondary education and accessing postsecondary opportunities. The role involves advising, career exploration, and outreach services, requiring strong interpersonal skills and a valid driver’s license for travel.

Salary

$45,000

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Implement postsecondary access strategy
  • Travel within target area for services
  • Provide advising and career exploration
  • Assist with college admissions and financial aid
  • Develop and deliver presentations
  • Coordinate community outreach events

Nice-to-have

  • Work with TRIO or similar populations
  • Work with adults aged 19 and over
  • Experience overcoming barriers

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree
  • Valid driver's license
  • Personal vehicle for travel
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the US

Work Rights

Not specified

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