College Transition Coach for Senior Pathways

KIPP Texas Public Schools; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Paid time off

Career development

Job summary

KIPP Texas Public Schools is seeking a College Transition Advisor in Houston, TX. This role centers on guiding high school seniors from enrollment through the first college semester, coordinating advising, financial aid verification, and college exposure visits to strengthen postsecondary outcomes.

The position requires collaboration with the College & Career Counseling department, building strong relationships with students, families, and partners, and maintaining data on matriculation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year institution.
• Experience working with college students, especially first-generation, minority, and low-income students, is beneficial.
• Proven coaching and active listening skills; ability to work with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the successful transition of high school seniors into college, training, and careers.
• Develop positive relationships with students, parents, college and financial aid advisors, and staff.
• Lead advising sessions, monitor progress toward goals, and promote enrichment opportunities.
• Plan and execute College Exposure visits for juniors and seniors.
• Support alumni during their first college semester and track enrollment progress.
• Maintain the alumni database (Salesforce) and assist with data collection for reports.

Skills

Active listening

Coaching

Growth mindset

Stakeholder collaboration

Organizational skills

Data-driven

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

KIPP Texas Public Schools is seeking a College Transition Advisor in Houston, TX. This role centers on guiding high school seniors from enrollment through the first college semester, coordinating advising, financial aid verification, and college exposure visits to strengthen postsecondary outcomes.

The position requires collaboration with the College & Career Counseling department, building strong relationships with students, families, and partners, and maintaining data on matriculation.