Middle School Adviser

Hampton University; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Hampton University is seeking a full-time High School Adviser to support academic, career, and financial counseling for students. The Adviser will recruit eligible students, educate families about college admissions, and provide resources to ensure student success. Candidates should possess a Master's degree in guidance and counseling, experience in education, and strong communication skills. The role involves organizing events, monitoring student progress, and maintaining a professional social media presence. Evening and weekend work may be required.

Qualifications

• A minimum of one year of experience in counseling and/or education.
• Ability to perform multiple responsibilities simultaneously.
• Demonstrated commitment to the goals and objectives of the Talent Search program.

Responsibilities

• Recruit eligible students into the TS program and develop academic interventions.
• Educate students and parents about college admissions and financial aid.
• Advise students on effective study skills and monitor academic progress.

Skills

Exceptional communication skills

Ability to work with diverse backgrounds

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

Master’s Degree in guidance and counseling

Job description

Educational Talent Search (ETS) is a federal TRIO Program funded through the U. S. Department of Education to provide academic, career, and financial counseling to eligible middle and high school students and to encourage them to graduate from high school and pursue their post‑secondary education. ETS consists of a High School Component that serves 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students in five Hampton City schools. The High School Advisor plans and facilitates workshops for students, parents, and occasionally school administrators. The High School Adviser provides vital college access resources for Talent Search participants and their families. In addition to workshops, Advisers are responsible for ensuring the success of a cohort of 270 students through academic advising, outreach, program recruitment, and assisting in program planning/management of program including free tutoring, annual college tours, Financial Aid and Financial Literacy seminars, and career and academic workshops.

Location

200 William R. Harvey Way, Hampton, VA 23668

$0.00 Semi‑Monthly

Examples of Duties

The High School Adviser is a full‑time, 11‑month employee who reports to the Program Director and performs the following duties:

• Recruit eligible students into the TS program and develop and implement targeted academic interventions for eligible students.
• Develop and maintain relationships with school sites and administration to effectively administer programs and establish ETS presence at designated schools.
• Educate students and parents about colleges, the college admissions process, trends, procedures, and testing; and advising students on course selection, goal setting; and helping students and families successfully complete school and transition to high school.
• Make presentations to student/parent groups and help students apply for admission and secure financial aid for post‑secondary education, to include providing information on scholarships, loans, grants, work study, and other financial assistance programs.
• Coordinate and implement advising services and activities that assist students in their adjustment to the high school and college environment.
• Administer assessments and help students with course selection.
• Assist Academic Coordinator with planning and coordinating college tours and cultural excursions geared toward High School students.
• Assist the Director in maintaining & updating ETS social media site: including Twitter & Facebook. Assist program with developing and maintaining consistent and professional communication and social media presence.
• Advise students on effective study skills, time management strategies, test‑taking techniques, and financial aid policies and deadlines.
• Regularly monitor students’ academic progress and make appropriate interventions and referrals.
• Collaborate with the Program Director to maintain reports on students’ semester and annual academic performance, and conduct exit interviews with graduates.
• Accurately enter student and parent activity data through a web‑based, password‑protected, and encrypted system linked to the main Blumen database. Update records with notes, milestones, parent records, or other data.
• Regularly review grades, course‑taking patterns, and attendance to ensure progress in meeting targets for each performance measure.
• Occasional evening and weekend work required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Typical Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in guidance and counseling or a related discipline, preferred.
• A minimum of one year of experience in counseling and/or education experience.
• Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills and demonstrated ability to work with students from low‑income, first‑generation college backgrounds and students with disabilities.
• Ability to perform multiple responsibilities simultaneously, to work in a self‑directed environment, and to plan and organize on both a daily and long‑term basis.
• Demonstrated commitment to the goals and objectives of the Talent Search program.