College Access Outreach Advisor

NC Community Colleges; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Educational Talent Search Program aims to identify qualified youth in grades six through twelve with the potential to enroll in college after high school. The program provides support services that will improve academic performance, increase motivation, expose students to college campuses, promote financial literacy and facilitate transitions from one level of education to the next.

The Educational Talent Search Outreach Advisor reports to the Program Coordinator of Upward Bound and

Qualifications

• Interest in working with middle and high school students.

Responsibilities

• Identify, recruit, and retain participants for the Educational Talent Search Program.
• Develop and implement individual educational plans with academic advising, tutoring, and mentoring.
• Collect, compile, analyze, and document participant records per US Department of Education regulations.
• Develop workshops on STEM, financial aid, admissions, financial literacy, study skills, and exam prep.
• Collaborate with schools and community agencies to secure referrals and support.
• Plan ACT/SAT prep, STEM camps, and summer academies to meet grant requirements.
• Prepare weekly reports for the Program Coordinator.
• Attend staff meetings and professional development.
• Travel as needed for outreach activities.

Skills

Student outreach

Admissions knowledge

Follow directions

Microsoft Suite

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

multitasking

Travel readiness

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree (Preferred)

Bilingual (Preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Data management software

Job description

The Educational Talent Search Program aims to identify qualified youth in grades six through twelve with the potential to enroll in college after high school. The program provides support services that will improve academic performance, increase motivation, expose students to college campuses, promote financial literacy and facilitate transitions from one level of education to the next.

The Educational Talent Search Outreach Advisor reports to the Program Coordinator of Upward Bound and