Gainesville High School Talent Search College Prep Advisor Assistant

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

Department Summary

The UNT TRIO Programs house the following TRIO Programs: Upward Bound, Talent Search, and Student Support Services. All programs are funded through the U.S. Department of Education. We are a team of dedicated individuals who are working toward increasing the number of college-degreed people in our target areas. The TRIO Talent Search Program works specifically with middle and high school students only, assisting them with their educational goals toward a college degree.

Position Overview

This position is for a college prep advisor. The position is located in Gainesville, TX at Gainesville High School. The candidate will serve approximately 100 high school students assisting them with academic skill development and college/career exploration and choosing a course of postsecondary education.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma and some college work.
• Ability to travel between the 5 Talent Search target schools in Denton and Gainesville, TX on a weekly basis 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in educating students in the college prep and financial aid processes.
• Familiar with the TRIO Talent Search Program goals and processes; preference given to candidates with TRIO experience, either as a participant or professional.
• Familiar with the Gainesville and Denton school campuses.
• Experience with student data management entry and recording.

Job Duties

• 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.

Work Schedule

Traditional school hours with some flexibility: Monday-Friday, 9:00 am-4:00 pm, some evenings and weekends.

EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit — and takes actions to prevent — discrimination, harassment, and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices and facilities.