Student Retention Specialist

Interactive College of Technology (ICT); Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Vision insurance

Job summary

Interactive College of Technology (ICT) in Pasadena, TX seeks an Academic Advisor for the ESL Department. The role guides students in career choices, tracks their academic progress, and partners with faculty and the retention team to boost student success at the Pasadena campus.

ICT emphasizes full-time positions with benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k). In-person or online ESL classes are offered day and evening.

Qualifications

• Two years of post-secondary education or higher required.
• Management experience and strong communication skills are essential.
• Focus on student success and engagement with the retention team.

Responsibilities

• Advise ESL students on career choices to support program success.
• Monitor and support students' academic progress and goals.
• Collaborate with faculty and the retention team to provide resources.
• Engage with students to promote persistence and completion.

Skills

Student engagement

Communication skills

Leadership experience

Spanish (preferred)

Education

Two years post-secondary education

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Pasadena Main Campus - Pasadena, TX 77502

Position Type: Full Time

Interactive College of Technology (ICT), an accredited two-year degree granting institution, has an opening for an Academic Advisor in the ESL Department. The position assists students in making career choices to help them succeed in the English language program, monitors student academic progress, and works with the faculty and retention team to offer guidance and resources to enhance student success at our Pasadena Campus.

ICT has operated for over forty years and offers full-time positions with benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k). Part-time adjunct positions are available as well.

The ESL classes are offered day and evening and can be taught in-person or online. The classes focus on developing the seven skills of language with the intent of helping students find employment or advance in their current employment.

Qualifications

The position requires at least two years of successful post-secondary education and a high degree of concern for student success. Applicants should have management experience, strong communication and human relations skills to encourage student engagement and retention.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule

Monday to Friday

Language

Spanish (Preferred)

Work Location

In person

EOE/M/F/D/V

Learn more about ICT at www.ict.edu.