Career Coach

Upright Education; United States; Remote; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company in workforce development seeks a part-time Career Coach to provide job coaching and career counseling. The role involves conducting coaching sessions, assisting with job applications, and supporting learners in achieving their career goals in the tech industry.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in career coaching or job placement, preferably in tech.
• Strong knowledge of the tech job market and in-demand skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct individual and group career coaching sessions.
• Assist learners in preparing job applications and negotiating offers.
• Track and monitor learner job placement progress.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Relationship Building

Education

Career Coaching Experience

Tools

Applicant Tracking Systems

Professional Networking Platforms

Prentus

HubSpot

Job description

Upright Education empowers adult learners with workforce development tech programs, including Data Analytics and CyberSecurity, that yield industry-leading results and transformative experiences. Focused on workforce retraining and reskilling, Upright addresses the growing need for tech skills in the global job market. By partnering with institutions, Upright enhances opportunities for working adults eager to embark on high-demand and well-paid careers.

Role Description

This is a part-time role for a Career Coach. The Career Coach will be responsible for providing job coaching and career counseling, facilitating career development programs, assisting with interview preparation, and offering guidance on career paths. The Career Coach will play a crucial role in helping learners achieve their career goals and succeed in the job market.

Responsibilities

Career Coaching:

• Conduct individual and group career coaching sessions to assist learners in defining their career goals, developing job search strategies, and creating tailored resumes, cover letters, and portfolios.
• Provide guidance and support in honing interview skills, including mock interviews and feedback sessions to help learners prepare for technical and behavioral interviews.
• Offer advice on networking, professional branding, and leveraging online platforms for job search purposes.

Job Placement Support:

• Assist learners in preparing job applications, tailoring resumes, and creating compelling cover letters to maximize their chances of securing interviews.
• Support learners in negotiating job offers, reviewing employment contracts, and providing guidance on salary expectations and benefits packages.
• Track and monitor learner job placement progress, maintaining accurate records and documentation of learner outcomes for reporting purposes.

Learner & Alumni Community Management

• Contribute to learner/alumni community by asking meaningful questions, providing relevant resources, and centralizing communication into one place.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in career coaching, job placement, or talent acquisition/recruitment, preferably within the tech industry, is required.
• Strong knowledge of the tech job market, including in-demand skills, industry trends, and employer expectations.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Familiarity with various job search tools, applicant tracking systems, and professional networking platforms.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Passion for helping others succeed and a genuine interest in supporting individuals' career development.
• Familiarity with Prentus and HubSpot a plus.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Education

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Upright Education by 2x

Get notified about new Career Coach jobs in United States.

United States $75,000.00-$90,000.00 1 week ago

Life/ Career Coach - Learn. Grow. Repeat

Life/ Career Coach - Learn. Grow. Repeat

Remote Adjunct Faculty Success Coach - Online Teaching Exp Required

Remote Business Coach & Mentor | Guide Entrepreneurs to Success

Remote Business Coach & Mentor | Guide Entrepreneurs to Success

Student Placement Associate- FULLY REMOTE

Remote Business Coach & Mentor | Guide Entrepreneurs to Success

Self-Employed Business Coach/ Consultant

United States $75,000.00-$250,000.00 9 hours ago

Learning Associate, Northern Cali/WA/OR (Remote)

Learning Associate, Northern Cali/WA/OR (Remote)

Learning Associate, Northern Cali/WA/OR (Remote)

We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.