Educational & Career Consultant

Shelby American, Inc.; Cambridge (MA); Remote; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dedicated organization committed to transforming the educational landscape for youth. As a College and Career Consultant, you will play a pivotal role in guiding high school students and young adults towards their future paths. This part-time, remote position offers the opportunity to foster personal and professional growth through individualized support, skill development workshops, and career assessments. You will collaborate with a passionate team to create a welcoming environment that empowers youth to navigate their educational journeys and career opportunities. If you are looking to make a meaningful impact and help shape the futures of young individuals, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• 5-7 years experience in counseling, especially with disconnected youth.
• Strong knowledge of college counseling processes and requirements.

Responsibilities

• Engage with youth to build trust and provide guidance.
• Facilitate workshops on personal and professional development.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Organizational Skills

Cultural Competence

Career Counseling Techniques

Writing Support

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work

Master's Degree in Education

Job description

Description

About Us:

The Knovva Academy Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit educational organization dedicated to improving the quality and accessibility of education for youth worldwide. Our primary mission is to nurture young minds and prepare them for successful futures by providing top-tier educational resources and innovative approaches. We strive to combat educational inequality and empower high school students, teachers, and educators throughout their academic journeys, aiming to build a global education network and make a significant impact.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a compassionate and resourceful College and Career Consultant to work directly with both high school students applying to college and disconnected youth (ages 16-24), providing individualized support and fostering their personal, educational, and professional growth. This role is crucial in creating a welcoming environment where youth feel supported as they navigate pathways to higher education, skill development, long-term career opportunities, and lifelong learning.

Responsibilities:

1. Engage with Youth: Build trusting relationships through regular communication and offer encouragement and guidance in a supportive and welcoming environment.
2. Consultations: Plan and implement one-on-one meetings with each young adult on an ongoing basis throughout the job or college application process.
3. Skill Development: Facilitate one-on-one workshops focused on various skills, including professional, personal, and interpersonal development.
4. Career Assessment: Conduct career assessments to identify youth’s interests, aptitudes, and potential career pathways.
5. Interview Practice and Techniques: Conduct mock interviews and discuss different interviewing styles and how to handle them.
6. Career Planning: Stay informed about career opportunities and trends, and assist youth in identifying sustainable, long-term career paths.
7. Act as a Liaison: Facilitate communication between stakeholders, including job sites, schools, parents, and youth.
8. Job and School Selection: Help match young adults with their ideal college or job by utilizing extensive knowledge of colleges and career options and data-driven metrics.
9. Writing Support: Conduct multiple rounds of drafting and editing of college essays, resumes, and cover letters until they are submission-ready.
10. Flexible Hours: Must be able to work flexible hours to accommodate youth from different time zones.
11. Executive Functioning: Strategize ways to help youths reach their career and academic goals and potential.
12. Learning Opportunities: Research and promote ongoing learning opportunities, such as standardized test preparation, job training programs, certifications, or further education.
13. Administrative Oversight: Maintain accurate records in databases, manage youth schedules and communications, and ensure timely follow-ups.
14. Collaboration: Participate in regular check-ins to share insights, discuss strategies, and ensure a coordinated approach to youth development.
15. Resource Coordination: Collaborate with Knovva staff to understand available resources and synchronize the needed support and resources for youth.
16. Workshop and Curriculum Development: Design and deliver engaging workshops and curricula tailored to the specific needs of each young adult and focused on building skills, college and career readiness, and personal development.
17. Protocol Development: Create and implement standardized protocols for working with young adults that are consistent, efficient, and aligned with best practices in youth engagement and support.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

1. Bachelors or Master’s degree in social work, education, counseling, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
2. 5-7 years experience working in a related counseling role. Experience working with disconnected or opportunity youth is a plus.
3. Experienced and knowledgeable about the college counseling process and the requirements to get into desired schools.
4. Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a demonstrated ability to build rapport and trust.
5. Strong problem-solving skills and proven record for taking ownership of responsibilities.
6. Knowledge of career counseling techniques, job markets, and educational opportunities.
7. Exceptional organizational skills, including database management and scheduling.
8. Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team while independently managing tasks and responsibilities.
9. Cultural competence and a trauma-informed approach to youth development is a plus.
10. Experience teaching writing or working closely with students who are editing their essays.
11. Experience working in an international and multicultural environment.
12. Experience facilitating workshops or coaching sessions.
13. Bilingual or multilingual abilities are a plus.

Why Join Us?

1. The chance to make a meaningful impact in the education sector.
2. Competitive salary and benefits package.
3. A collaborative and supportive work environment.

The Educational and Career Consultant is a remote, part-time position with a preference for candidates based in Massachusetts or Pennsylvania. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States; sponsorship is not being offered at this time. Extensive travel is not currently expected.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job as they may change at any time with or without notice.

Knovva Academy Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.

To apply: Please submit your resume and supporting documents using the link provided. No phone calls, please.