Seattle Student Advisor

Rainier Scholars; Washington; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established academic enrichment program seeks motivated college-bound students of color as Student Advisors. This role involves mentoring and guiding students during a 14-month journey, fostering meaningful relationships within the community. Advisors will engage in both one-on-one and group settings, supporting students' academic and personal growth. The position offers flexible scheduling to accommodate academic commitments while prioritizing this impactful role. Join a dedicated team committed to empowering underrepresented students and making a difference in their educational journeys.

Benefits

Paid sick and safe time

Flexible schedule

Mentorship opportunities

Qualifications

• Rising juniors or seniors in high school or enrolled in college.
• Strong organizational and time management skills required.

Responsibilities

• Mentor students in advisory groups of up to 12.
• Organize social programs and activities.
• Assist students with academic challenges.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management skills

Listening skills

Oral communication skills

Teamwork

Mentoring skills

Relationship building

Education

High school junior or senior

Enrolled in college

Job description

ORGANIZATION:

Rainier Scholars is a comprehensive academic enrichment program that supports students of color over a 12-year journey - from 5th grade to college graduation. We seek to serve those who are most under-represented on college campuses and have the greatest number of barriers to achieving a college education: 85% qualify as low-income, 90% would be the first in their family to earn a college degree. Our program offers rigorous academics, leadership development and personalized support for scholars, providing access to educational pathways and myriad opportunities previously unimagined.

With a budget size of $10 million, a staff team of 50+ full-time employees and 675+ scholars and families whom we currently serve in Seattle and Tacoma, Rainier Scholars has established a positive brand for our unwavering commitment to education, proven success rate, and sustainable impact. We grow new generations of diverse college graduates, career professionals, and community leaders.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Rainier Scholars seeks responsible, highly motivated college-bound students of color to serve as Student Advisors to the new and incoming cohort. Student Advisors play integral support roles for students during the 14-month Academic Enrichment Phase, the first step in the 12-year journey of a Rainier Scholar. Essentially, they coach, mentor, and guide students along the academic process as well as help facilitate the student’s development of meaningful relationships within the Rainier Scholars community. This work occurs in both one-on-one and small group settings.

Rainier Scholars’ 14-month academic program begins with a six-and-a-half-week summer program. In addition, advisors are required to participate in all orientation events and faculty preparation days. The Academic Enrichment Phase then continues throughout the school year on Wednesday afternoons (on Zoom) and all day, in person on Saturdays. Student Advisors are needed only on Saturdays during the school year. The 14-month Academic Enrichment Phase completes with a second six-and-a-half-week summer session the following summer. Summer classes are held at The Bush School while school year classes are held at South Shore K-8 School.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Individual mentoring of each of the students in advisory group (up to 12 students);
• Serving as a member of the Rainier Scholars Staff.
• Communicating student issues to staff, faculty and parents in a responsible and timely manner.
• Organizing and implementing social programs, activities and celebrations.
• Acting as teaching assistant for classroom teachers.
• Tutoring students on classroom content.
• Identifying students’ academic, organizational, and time management needs and utilizing individual or small group meetings to assist scholars in coping with these types of challenges.
• Attending student advisor meetings daily.
• Leading and actively participating in student recreation activities and morning assemblies.
• Attending field trips (and overnight trips) in order to facilitate behavioral management of students.
• Assisting with student transition into the summer program, e.g. student advisors are expected to ride school buses to and from school for the first three days of the summer program. After the first three days, riding buses is optional.
• Supporting students outside of work hours (e.g. answering questions and checking in by phone).
• Maintaining and modeling success in their own academic endeavors while being a Student Advisor.
• Maintaining and modeling professional behavior.
• Leading individual advisory lessons/activities.
• Setting, reviewing and reflecting on goals with the Associate Academic Director regularly.
• Other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

REQUIRED:

• Be a rising junior or senior in high school or be enrolled in college
• Be in good standing academically at their current school and within the Rainier Scholars program;
• Have well-developed organizational and time management skills;
• Have strong listening and oral communication skills;
• Demonstrate the ability to work as a team with other students, advisors, faculty, and staff members;
• Demonstrate a passion for working with and mentoring children;
• Demonstrate the ability to build strong relationships with a variety of people such as students, parents, and staff members;
• Have the ability to work respectfully with the diverse cultures represented by Rainier Scholars.

DESIRED:

• Preference will be given to those candidates who can commit to working throughout the duration of the 14-month Academic Enrichment Phase, from June 2025 through August 2026. Rainier Scholars Student Advisors will be given flexibility in schedule to prioritize personal academic commitments (e.g. college visits, SAT prep, leadership retreats); however, this position should be regarded as a top priority, as opposed to a backup plan to other potential opportunities.
• Interest in areas of study such as education, education policy, social work, sociology, psychology, or other closely related fields is a plus.

TIME COMMITMENT & SCHEDULE:

• Summer Schedule: Summer hours are Monday - Friday from 8:30 am - 4:15 pm (student advisors riding the bus can expect a longer workday - this will vary).
• School Year Saturday hours are from 8:00 am - 4:00 pm.
  

COMPENSATION/BENEFITS:
This is an hourly position with compensation of $20 to 21 per hour. The rate is based on your first or second year advising with Rainier Scholars. This role is eligible for paid sick and safe time, per Washington state law.

To Apply: Applications must be submitted by Sunday, May 4, 2025. Please contact Kayleigh Concepcion with any questions or assistance with the application process.

Our work is rooted in ensuring people from marginalized communities have the opportunity to thrive in education and careers that they are passionate about. Rainier Scholars is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting an equitable and inclusive environment for our scholars, families, and staff. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, and strongly encourage people of color, first-generation college, and people from working-class backgrounds to apply.