Assistant Director, College Readiness & Success

Harlem Children's Zone Inc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No-cost health insurance

Paid time off

Employee referral bonus

Career advancement

Wellness discounts

Commuter benefits

Financial wellness

Travel discounts

Job summary

Harlem Children's Zone Inc. in New York seeks an Assistant Director of College Preparatory Program to lead college readiness, admissions, and matriculation initiatives for scholars in the K-12 pipeline.

The role oversees College Preparatory Program Coordinators and counseling staff, develops curricula, and builds partnerships with higher education institutions to expand opportunities for scholars. A strong track record in college access and program leadership is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred in Higher Education Administration, School Counseling, Educational Leadership, Student Affairs, Social Work, or related field.
• 5+ years in college counseling, college access, admissions, college success or related field.
• 3+ years supervising professional staff.
• Demonstrated experience developing and implementing college readiness programming and curriculum.
• Strong knowledge of college admissions, financial aid, scholarships, and matriculation processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive college readiness, admissions, and matriculation strategy for scholars in grades 9-12.
• Design and oversee College Preparatory Program curriculum, workshops, resources, and family engagement initiatives.
• Directly supervise and coach College Preparatory Program Coordinators and counseling staff.
• Serve as organizational subject matter expert on college admissions, financial aid, scholarships, and enrollment trends.
• Monitor scholar progress toward admissions milestones using data to drive improvement.
• Build and maintain strategic partnerships with higher education institutions and HCZ teams.
• Collaborate with K-12, College Success, Career Services, and other HCZ departments.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and recommendations related to program outcomes and enrollment trends.
• Perform other duties and projects assigned.

Skills

Collaboration

Strategic thinking

People management

Data-driven

Communication

Program development

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Harlem Children's Zone Inc. in New York seeks an Assistant Director of College Preparatory Program to lead college readiness, admissions, and matriculation initiatives for scholars in the K-12 pipeline.

The role oversees College Preparatory Program Coordinators and counseling staff, develops curricula, and builds partnerships with higher education institutions to expand opportunities for scholars. A strong track record in college access and program leadership is essential.