College Access Bridge Coach for Seniors

Commonpoint Queens; Van Buren (AR); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

Commonpoint Queens is seeking a Bridge Coach to support the College Counselor at Martin Van Buren High School. This role involves assisting graduating high school students with the college application process and facilitating workshops. Ideal candidates should have strong communication and interpersonal skills, a commitment to college access work, and preferably have completed at least one year of college. The position requires flexibility and adaptability in a team-oriented environment, working with various stakeholders throughout the application and enrollment processes.

Qualifications

• Understanding of the obstacles students encounter in applying to and registering for college.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Comfort with facilitation/running workshops.

Responsibilities

• Facilitating workshops for seniors throughout the year.
• Assisting students with college application paperwork.
• Tracking student progress through application and matriculation steps.

Skills

Strong communication and time management skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Flexibility/adaptability

Commitment to the work of college access

Education

Completed at least one year of college

Job description

Commonpoint Queens is seeking a Bridge Coach to support the College Counselor at Martin Van Buren High School. This role involves assisting graduating high school students with the college application process and facilitating workshops. Ideal candidates should have strong communication and interpersonal skills, a commitment to college access work, and preferably have completed at least one year of college. The position requires flexibility and adaptability in a team-oriented environment, working with various stakeholders throughout the application and enrollment processes.