Site Coach - Liberty Partnerships Program

Touro College & University System; New York (NY); On-site; USD 33,062 - 41,328; Part time

Job summary

Touro College & University System is looking for a Site Coach in the Liberty Partnerships Program (LPP) located in New York City. The position involves supporting students eligible for LPP by addressing their academic, social, and emotional needs, thereby improving their high school graduation rates.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree and relevant experience of at least three years, along with strong communication and organizational skills. This role has a travel requirement and offers a pay rate of $24 to $30 per hour.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of prior relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Support the LPP Site Coordinator to provide support services to students.
• Offer services that align with students' academic, social, and emotional needs.
• Assist in providing mentorship, experiential learning, and college/career preparedness.

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Excellent organizational skills

Ability to take initiative and to work independently

Education

Bachelor’s degree or coursework towards it

Graduate level coursework desired

Job description

Overview

Site Coach in the Liberty Partnerships Program (LPP). Position is dependent on funding by New York State Education Department (NYSED).

Responsibilities

• Supports the LPP Site Coordinator to provide support services to students who are eligible to participate in the LPP.
• Upon referral and acceptance into an LPP program, students receive services that align with their academic, social and emotional needs and the associated risk of dropping out of school. The site coach will support the Site Coordinator in providing these services, aimed at improving high school graduation rates and preparing students for postsecondary education or workforce entry
  • Services may include academic support, individual case management, college/career preparedness programs, mentorship, experiential learning, civic engagement, family support services, and Personal Learning Plans

LPP was established in 1988 under Section 612, Subdivision 6 of the Education Law to address the significant dropout rate among New York’s youth. The mission of the LPP is to maximize the successful transition of middle and high school students, who are at risk of dropping out of school, into graduates who are fully prepared for the rigors of higher education and the competitive demands of a workplace.

Qualifications

Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or coursework towards it, at a minimum; Graduate level coursework desired
• At least three years of prior relevant experience

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills Excellent organizational skills Ability to take initiative and to work independently

Travel

• Some local travel expected
• Middle and high schools in NYC

Maximum Salary

USD $30.00/Hr.

Minimum Salary

USD $24.00/Hr.