College Readiness Advisor for At‑Risk Students

Volunteers of America Los Angeles; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 35,734 - 37,608; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and retirement benefits

Competitive pay

Job summary

Volunteers of America Los Angeles seeks a Project Advisor to support high school students through academic advising and tutoring coordination. The role involves recruiting participants, conducting workshops on college planning, and managing student records to enhance academic performance.

This on-site position offers a chance to make a direct impact on students' lives by providing guidance and resources to help them succeed in education. Candidates must have a relevant bachelor's degree and experience in educational settings.

Qualifications

• Must have a fingerprint clearance and pass background checks.
• Experience in educational settings assisting disadvantaged students required.
• Good interpersonal skills to work with challenging clients.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic advising for high school students.
• Recruit and enroll students for outreach programs.
• Coordinate tutorial services and supervise tutoring activities.

Skills

Student Support Functions

Curriculum Development

Advising and Planning

Bilingual in English and Spanish

Data Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in education, social work, or counseling

Tools

Blumen database

Job description

Volunteers of America Los Angeles seeks a Project Advisor to support high school students through academic advising and tutoring coordination. The role involves recruiting participants, conducting workshops on college planning, and managing student records to enhance academic performance.

This on-site position offers a chance to make a direct impact on students' lives by providing guidance and resources to help them succeed in education. Candidates must have a relevant bachelor's degree and experience in educational settings.