High School College & Career Planning Advisor

ReNEW Schools; Nampa (ID); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

ReNEW Schools at Skyview High School in Idaho seeks a College and Career Advisor to support students in college/career planning and mentoring. You will work with counselors to deliver FAFSA info, organize college visits, and help students build resumes and secure scholarships.

You will coordinate with teachers and staff to present information to large groups, proctor tests, and maintain accurate student records while pursuing ongoing professional growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• College counseling certificate preferred.
• Three (3) years relevant professional experience preferred.
• Experience at the high school level and/or post-secondary level preferred.
• Customer service experience preferred.
• Previous experience in a school setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist HS counselors with college and career components.
• Promote and assist with Advanced Opportunities program.
• Assist middle schools with 8th grade four-year plans.
• Coordinate with counselors to provide FAFSA information, training, and assistance.
• Assist with college entrance exams (PSAT, SAT, ACT, etc)
• Identify and assist students with obtaining scholarships including student workshops, internship programs, and other activities designed to provide students needed skill and resume building in order to secure scholarships
• Identify and/or plan career fairs and coordinate student attendance
• Arrange college/university visit opportunities for students
• Develop positive relationships with parents, students, administration, and staff members
• Communicate clearly and frequently with students and parents (via phone, email, etc.)
• Complete training and/or professional development in the area of advising or mentoring
• Demonstrate thorough knowledge of basic computer skills and software including, but not limited to Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PPT), PowerSchool, etc.
• Effectively work with teachers and staff to make classroom presentations or other events that include large groups
• Proctor tests
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities
• Keep accurate records and maintain individual records for each student
• Attend faculty meetings as required
• Assume responsibility for his or her continuing professional growth and development through such efforts as reading professional journals and other publications
• Seek assistance should emergencies arise
• Represent the school district in a positive manner
• Know and follow school district policy and chain of command
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Organizational skills

English/Spanish bilingual

Student mentoring

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s Degree

College Counseling Certificate

3 years experience

Experience in school setting

Customer service experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

PowerSchool

Excel

Outlook

Job description

ReNEW Schools at Skyview High School in Idaho seeks a College and Career Advisor to support students in college/career planning and mentoring. You will work with counselors to deliver FAFSA info, organize college visits, and help students build resumes and secure scholarships.

You will coordinate with teachers and staff to present information to large groups, proctor tests, and maintain accurate student records while pursuing ongoing professional growth.