Youth College & Career Readiness Coordinator

Latin American Youth Center; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 56,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Employer-paid life insurance

Long-term disability and supplemental

Matching 401(k)

Paid vacation: 3 weeks/year

12 paid holidays/year

12 paid sick leave/year

Wellness days: 4/year

Parental leave: 8 weeks

Telework 1–2 days/week after 60 days

Job summary

Latin American Youth Center in Washington, DC is seeking a College and Career Coordinator to run an out-of-school-time readiness program for high school students. You will coordinate activities at Coolidge High School and lead a summer program in collaboration with DC SYEP.

The role blends direct student advising with program coordination, data management, and partnership development, requiring a Bachelor’s degree and at least 1 year in youth programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 1+ year experience in youth work or college/career readiness programs.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the college and career readiness program at Coolidge HS and community, serving up to five cohorts and 50-60 youth annually.
• Lead student recruitment and enrollment in partnership with school staff and DC SYEP.
• Provide onsite guidance and feedback to AmeriCorps members.
• Deliver College and Career readiness workshops using Passport Curriculum and develop new workshops.
• Provide individualized college and career advising including FAFSA, applications, and career exploration.
• Coordinate tutoring and serve as point-of-contact for tutors from partner colleges.
• Support students in developing service projects and DCPS community service hours.
• Build relationships with schools, colleges, employers and partners to expand opportunities.
• Manage office hours for college application support and data entry on attendance and milestones.

Skills

Bilingual: English/Spanish

Interpersonal skills

Community resources knowledge

Facilitation skills

Strong organizational skills

Microsoft 365 proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

Latin American Youth Center in Washington, DC is seeking a College and Career Coordinator to run an out-of-school-time readiness program for high school students. You will coordinate activities at Coolidge High School and lead a summer program in collaboration with DC SYEP.

The role blends direct student advising with program coordination, data management, and partnership development, requiring a Bachelor’s degree and at least 1 year in youth programs.