College Readiness & Access Coordinator

University of Texas - Rio Grande Valley; Edinburg (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Texas Rio Grande Valley seeks a College Readiness Coordinator for Talent Search in the LaJoya area. This role guides program participants toward academic preparedness and college success, coordinating services and enrichment activities with school staff and families.

The position emphasizes student recruitment, data collection for reporting, and collaboration with post-secondary institutions to promote readiness and engagement.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience in providing student-focused support and guidance.

Responsibilities

• Provides information and support to help students and families with college planning, applications, financial aid, and college selection.
• Coordinates student recruitment by interviewing, evaluating, and selecting eligible participants.
• Monitors and assesses student progress with school personnel to tailor services.
• Plans and evaluates enrichment activities (summer programs, conferences, college visits, field trips).
• Coordinates tutoring/mentoring to boost academic achievement and transition to higher education.
• Collects and maintains participant data for reporting.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Student support

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

University of Texas Rio Grande Valley seeks a College Readiness Coordinator for Talent Search in the LaJoya area. This role guides program participants toward academic preparedness and college success, coordinating services and enrichment activities with school staff and families.

The position emphasizes student recruitment, data collection for reporting, and collaboration with post-secondary institutions to promote readiness and engagement.