College & Career Success Coach

Indian Hills Community College; Fairfield (IA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Indian Hills Community College seeks a dedicated College and Career Readiness Coach to support students at Fairfield High School and Ottumwa Gateway High School. You will work with families and school staff to guide academic, college and career planning, and you will manage follow-up communications to boost student success.

You will partner with counselors and IHCC staff to provide campus visits, enrollment information, and referrals to tutoring or mentoring services, ensuring students stay on

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; experience in education settings is expected.
• Demonstrated focus on student success and outcomes.
• Strong oral and written communication skills are essential.
• Proficiency with computers and technology for daily tasks.
• Ability to maintain a flexible work schedule and adapt as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist students individually or in groups with academic, college and career goals.
• Collaborate with counselors, administrators and teachers to support academic success.
• Maintain case management including tracking, proactive communications and follow-up.
• Provide seniors with information on career exploration, admissions, financial aid and exams.
• Work with IHCC Connect 2 College team and participate in enrollment events.
• Collect and analyze student data and refer to tutoring or counseling as needed.
• Monitor attendance and course selection to support graduation goals.
• Conduct parent/family outreach to strengthen partnerships and planning.
• Develop rigorous curriculum in collaboration with school staff for postsecondary success.
• Support smooth transition from 12th grade to postsecondary education.

Skills

Bachelor's degree

Experience in secondary/postsecondary

Student success focus

Oral and written communication

Tech proficiency

Flexible work schedule

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Indian Hills Community College seeks a dedicated College and Career Readiness Coach to support students at Fairfield High School and Ottumwa Gateway High School. You will work with families and school staff to guide academic, college and career planning, and you will manage follow-up communications to boost student success.

You will partner with counselors and IHCC staff to provide campus visits, enrollment information, and referrals to tutoring or mentoring services, ensuring students stay on