College Prep & Career Advisor - Talent Search

University of North Texas; Gainesville (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

University of North Texas in Gainesville, TX seeks a college prep advisor to support approximately 100 high school students in academic skill development and college/career exploration.

The role involves mentoring, conducting workshops, coordinating with Talent Search staff, and engaging families through evening/weekend events; travel between Denton and Gainesville ISD schools is required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma and some college work.
• Ability to travel weekly between the 5 Talent Search target schools in Denton and Gainesville, TX with reliable transportation.
• Excellent knowledge and skills in the college application and Financial Aid process.
• Must be willing to work evenings and weekends to participate in parent nights, weekend field trips, and other TS events.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, and computer skills.
• Must have experience in mentoring and/or tutoring high school students.

Responsibilities

• Tutor and mentor Talent Search students as needed on academic skill development.
• Maintain files on participants and accurate documentation of services given.
• Prepare and conduct academic and college prep workshops for 6th-12th graders.
• Work closely with Talent Search staff and school administrators to ensure that Talent Search Objectives are met each school year.
• Assist seniors in completing financial aid and college application completion.
• Coordinate and attend events for students such as leadership-building forums and college and career field trips for Denton and Gainesville ISD Talent Search participants.

Skills

College prep guidance

Mentoring/tutoring

Verbal & written communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

High School diploma & some college

Tools

Financial Aid knowledge

TRIO experience (preferred)

Job description

University of North Texas in Gainesville, TX seeks a college prep advisor to support approximately 100 high school students in academic skill development and college/career exploration.

The role involves mentoring, conducting workshops, coordinating with Talent Search staff, and engaging families through evening/weekend events; travel between Denton and Gainesville ISD schools is required.