Student Advocate & College Readiness Advisor

The Pennsylvania State University; Ferguson Township (PA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Benefits package

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University is seeking a Program Advisor (Student Advocacy Specialist) for Upward Bound Altoona at Altoona Area High School. The role focuses on organizing social, educational, and service-learning programs for Upward Bound participants, serving as the on-site liaison with school districts, and advancing college readiness for diverse, low-income students.

The successful candidate will recruit students, coordinate parent/student events, collaborate with community partners,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree and 1+ years of relevant experience.
• Clear understanding of college readiness and student services.
• Experience working with high school students in a team environment.
• Proven ability to recruit students and coordinate events.
• Knowledge of TRIO or federal education program guidelines preferred.

Responsibilities

• Student recruitment and programming for grant-determined school district population
• Parent/student events
• Community stakeholders liaison
• Advising, tutoring, or referring program participants on college readiness and related services
• Develop and implement academic year and summer residential programming in compliance with federal guidelines
• Maintain relationships with school districts, partners, and campus offices
• Communicate unit policies and federal grant guidelines effectively

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The Pennsylvania State University is seeking a Program Advisor (Student Advocacy Specialist) for Upward Bound Altoona at Altoona Area High School. The role focuses on organizing social, educational, and service-learning programs for Upward Bound participants, serving as the on-site liaison with school districts, and advancing college readiness for diverse, low-income students.

The successful candidate will recruit students, coordinate parent/student events, collaborate with community partners,