Educational Facilitator & Data Support

Northeastern offers a rewarding working environment for our students and employees. Our faculty and staff are smart, dedicated people who work to create an excellent urban university experience for bright and motivated students.

Job Summary:

Talent Search Bridges to Success is a federally funded program designed to assist economically disadvantaged youth who wish to continue their education beyond the secondary level. The program provides services to eligible 9th-12th graders in targeted schools and districts. The Educational Facilitator and Data Support provides academic, career, and educational counseling, as well as technical assistance with the entire admission and financial aid application process.

Job Description:

• Assist TRIO Talent Search students with tutoring, career exploration, assessments, counseling, mentoring, workshops, and information about postsecondary education. Provide financial and economic literacy education, as well as guidance and support for secondary school reentry, alternative education and postsecondary enrollment.
• Offer targeted support to students who are limited English proficient, underrepresented in postsecondary education, students with disabilities, homeless or in foster care, aging out of foster care, or otherwise disconnected.
• Assist with the preparation of all monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.
• Participate in meetings with high school partners to discuss opportunities for Talent Search students.
• Maintain all student and program records in files.
• Maintain program database (Blumen Online for TRIO); provide formative, summative reports to the director and assistant director.
• Assist in conducting surveys and investigations of the needs of the individuals to be served, as required by the program.
• Provide information regarding services, program requirements, procedures, or refers community members to the local agencies or organizations for assistance.
• Maintain office supply inventory and coordinate office mailings; gather, compile, and input data into the online system for the Annual Performance Report.
• Assist in the development and distribution of flyers and public relations materials.
• Work collaboratively with program coordinators to jointly involve students and their families in college-bound programs.
• Follow-up on referrals and service requests in a timely manner.
• Collect data for program evaluations to measure program impact.
• Assist in program-wide recruiting efforts.
• Assist in parent involvement or student activities in participating schools, such as workshops, college exposure field trips, and cultural events.
• Maintain complete, accurate, and organized records in accordance with agency procedures.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimal Qualifications:

1. High school diploma or equivalent.

2. One (1) year (12 months) of experience (paid or unpaid) in work related to the job to be performed.

Departmental Preferences:

• Bachelor’s degree in Arts or related field.

• A minimum 8 years of experience working with students in an educational setting (elementary or high school) and/or related experience.
• Postsecondary experience working with students from Roosevelt and Steinmetz High Schools.
• Sensitivity and commitment to the needs of low-income, first-generation students from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to proctor placement tests.
• Ability to offer campus visit tours.
• Travel between sites required.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, oral, and written communication skills.
• Required background and clearance status through Chicago Public Schools.
• Knowledge and experience with Blumen Online for TRIO.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish required.

Hours: Part-time, 22.5 hours per week, Monday through Wednesday, 7:45 AM – 3:45 PM (Schedule may vary depending on departmental needs).

Location: NEIU Main Campus (5500 North St. Louis Avenue, Chicago, IL 60625).

Setting: In-office, not eligible for hybrid or remote work.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work for any employer in the United States. This position is not eligible for sponsorship of work visas.

This position requires a background check.

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Salary Range

$20.00/hour

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Benefits

University employees may be eligible for a variety of State of Illinois benefits. These benefits are administered through the Illinois Department of Central Management Service (CMS). Please visit our Employee Benefits page to learn more about our comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision benefits, sick and vacation days, and participation in the State Universities Retirement System.

Northeastern Illinois University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and invites applications from Women, Minorities, Veterans and Persons with Disabilities, as well as other qualified individuals. Northeastern Illinois University's positions are contingent upon the University's receipt of its State of Illinois appropriation.