Applied Learning College Access Coach

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 16,531 - 24,796; Part time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a student assistant in Undergraduate Admissions to support college readiness initiatives. This on-site role at Wichita State University involves assisting local high schools with the college search process and mentoring students as they explore higher education options.

Responsibilities include administrative tasks, office hours at high schools, and helping students navigate applications, scholarships, FAFSA, and related opportunities.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Enrollment in at least 6 credit hours at Wichita State University.
• Domestic undergrad in Psychology, Social Work, Organizational Leadership, Communication, or Education.
• Specific requirements vary by department.

Responsibilities

• Carry out administrative and technical tasks related to college readiness.
• Conduct office hours at local high schools to assist students with college search.
• Gain knowledge on applications, scholarships, FAFSA, and higher education opportunities.

Skills

Management skills

Customer service

Team player

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Enrollment in at least 6 credit hours at Wichita State University

Job description

Department

Undergraduate Admissions

Campus Location

Wichita, KS - WSU Main Campus

Hire Type

Part Time

Pay

$15.00/Hour

Work Schedule

work is performed on-site and inperson. Varied dependent upon student's class schedule

Export Compliance Requirement

No export control requirement.

Job Story

This position will work with various college and career centers atlocal high schools to assist students with the college searchprocess. The goal of the coach position is to help high schoolstudents feel informed about their future decisions, wherever thatnext step might be.

Job Summary

A student assistant will carry out administrative and technicaltasks requested by a supervisor. Depending on the area the studentassistant is employed in, they may assist and mentor other studentsor provide support throughout the campus in various forms.

Job Duties

Carry out administrative and technical tasks related to collegereadiness. Conduct office hours at local high schools to assiststudents on their college search. Gain knowledge related to collegereadiness, topics such as applications, scholarships, FAFSA, andadditional opportunities available in higher education.

Required Education

High School diploma or equivalent. Enrolled in a minimum of 6credit hours at Wichita State University.

Additional Requirements

Student must be a domestic undergrad studying at least one of thefollowing eligible programs: Psychology, Social Work,Organizational Leadership, Communication (various emphasesconsidered), or Education (various emphases considered).

Required Experience

This is specific to each position and department. See additionalrequirements and/or preferences.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong management and organizational skills


• Excellent customer service, written and verbal skills


• Team player and welcoming attitude

Physical Requirements

Ability to remain in a stationary position. Ability to operate acomputer and other office equipment including but not limited tophone, printers, copiers, and calculators. Ability to communicatewith others and accurately exchange information.