Nativity Jesuit Academy

The Archdiocese of Milwaukee; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Archdiocese of Milwaukee is seeking a Graduate Support Program Coordinator for Nativity Jesuit Academy in Milwaukee, WI. This role involves preparing 8th graders for high school success through personalized support and mentoring.

Key responsibilities include tracking students' academic progress, facilitating high school readiness programs, and hosting after school programming. Candidates must have strong communication skills, organizational abilities, and a desire to support students academically.

Qualifications

• Desire to work with middle and high school students to help them reach academic potential.
• Ability to cultivate trusting relationships with students and adults.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to the changing needs of students.

Responsibilities

• Prepare 8th grade students for high school success.
• Track academic progress of students and update database records.
• Host after school programming for high-priority students.
• Communicate effectively with faculty, parents, and students.

Skills

Student relationship building

Organizational skills

Deadline-driven

Strong communication skills

Self-starter

Ability to work independently

Knowledge of Milwaukee-area college-prep high schools

Spanish speaking ability

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Graduate Support Program Coordinator - Nativity Jesuit Academy, Milwaukee, WI

Equal Employment Opportunity: Nativity Jesuit Academy is an equal opportunity employer.

8th Grade Cohort

• Prepare current 8th grade students for high school success by co‑facilitating a high school readiness curriculum during the 8th grade school year
• Submit report cards and standardized test scores for eighth grade student applicants to high schools for admissions review
• Assist 8th grade families with high school, financial aid, and Choice applications through individual meetings and group presentations
• Track individual eighth grade high school application progress, Choice results, and final student decisions
• Schedule high school admissions presentations to middle school students and families
• In conjunction with the Director of Graduate Support, facilitate the one‑to‑one mentoring program for high school students, including:
  • Assist in recruiting, training, and supporting mentors
  • Manage the logistics of monthly meetings
  • Facilitate sessions connected to students’ academic and personal success

High School

• Facilitate academic and social‑emotional support programming for high school students, including:
  • Track academic progress of students and update student database records
  • Manage a caseload of high school students, including academic progress tracking, coaching, in‑person visits at their high school and at Nativity, as well as virtual check‑ins
  • Work with Director of Graduate Support to communicate with parents regarding the students’ academic progress and challenges as needed
  • Host after school programming for high‑priority students
• Assist in the coordination and supervision of alumni events such as the alumni basketball tournament and other alumni social events
• Communicate effectively with Nativity faculty and staff, parents, students, and external partners
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications, Skills, and Characteristics

• A desire to work with middle school and high school aged students to help them reach their academic potential and to support their varying needs
• Knowledge of Milwaukee‑area college‑prep high schools
• Ability to cultivate and nurture trusting relationships with students and adults
• Deadline‑driven, organized, and goal‑oriented
• Self‑starter and able to work independently
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Willingness to learn and adapt to the changing needs of students
• The ability to speak Spanish is preferred
• High school diploma required, Bachelor’s degree preferred