Puente de la Costa Sur: Education Associate

Thrive Alliance; Half Moon Bay, San Gregorio, La Honda, Loma Mar, Pescadero (CA, CA, CA, CA, CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Thrive Alliance is seeking an Education Associate to enhance educational opportunities in the South Coast area. This role involves collaborating with diverse communities and facilitating various educational programs. Candidates should have experience with admissions processes and be proficient in English and Spanish. Flexibility for evening and weekend work is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of an Associate's Degree or three years of relevant experience.
• Proficiency in English and Spanish.
• Experience working in a hybrid environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with staff and partner agencies to facilitate education programs.
• Support students with college enrollment and financial aid resources.
• Document programs and services.

Skills

Cultural competency

Effective communication

Adaptability

Education

Associate's Degree

Experience with UC/CSU and community college admissions

Tools

Microsoft Office

Database systems

Job description

Puente de la Costa Sur is seeking an Education Associate. The Education Associate will work closely with Puente’s Education Director to enhance educational opportunities for children, youth, adults, and families on the South Coast. This role involves identifying tutoring opportunities for school-aged children (K-12), coordinating adult education teachers and instructors, and assisting with tracking program outcomes.

Puente’s mission is to foster wellness and prosperity in the San Mateo County South Coast communities of Pescadero, La Honda, Loma Mar, and San Gregorio by promoting and advocating for equitable access to education, health, and economic security. Their vision is to carry out this mission until the South Coast becomes an inclusive and thriving community where people embrace diversity and equity.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with staff and partner agencies to facilitate and deliver education programs.
• Support the Education Director with grant data, reports, and documentation.
• Assist high school and college students with college enrollment and financial aid resources (scholarships, FAFSA, etc.).
• Support all education department programming.
• Identify financial aid and scholarship opportunities.
• Coordinate education programs as needed.
• Coordinate youth programs with the Education Director, including finding host sites, preparing applications, promoting programs, organizing meetings, attending field trips, and managing youth schedules and transportation.
• Provide information, referrals, and coordinate efforts to connect students with community services.
• Conduct outreach for education programs.
• Document programs and services.
• Work evenings and weekends as required.
• Manage multiple priorities independently and adapt to changing environments.
• Attend meetings, training, fundraising, and organizational events.
• Provide organizational support as needed.
• Transport participants using Puente or personal vehicles.
• Note: Job descriptions may be updated as organizational needs evolve.

Qualifications

• Minimum of an Associate's Degree or three years of relevant experience.
• Experience with UC/CSU and community college admissions processes.
• Experience with database systems.
• Experience working in a hybrid environment is preferred.
• Knowledge of the South Coast or rural communities preferred.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Availability to work some evenings and weekends.
• Proficiency in English and Spanish communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, TEAMS).
• Current California Driver’s License and ability to drive to various locations.
• Cultural competency to work with diverse community members.