12th Grade Scholar Advisor

About the role

This is a full-time, exempt position with a hybrid schedule requiring in-person work three days a week (including required Saturdays) and virtual work two days a week. The typical weekly schedule is as follows:

• Fall Term: Tuesday through Saturday (3x a month); Monday through Friday (1x month)
• Spring Term: Tuesday through Saturday (3x a month); Monday through Friday (1x month)
• Summer Term: Monday through Friday

In-person attendance is required for all Community Day programming dates. Two weeks of in-person attendance will be required during our College Application Bootcamp programming from mid to late July.

• Work requires local travel beyond the office for Saturday programming at the following locations (subject to change): Miami Dade College Wolfson Campus

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree; Master’s degree preferred
• 2+ years of experience in college access, youth development, high school counseling, advising, education, or related fields, with a focus on college-bound pathways and English; experience as a college counselor or advisor
• Strong knowledge of:
• College admissions processes
• FAFSA and financial aid systems
• Postsecondary pathways and scholarship opportunities

• Experience working with students in communities aligned with SEO’s mission and passion for preparing them to lead by example in their families, communities, and careers

• Strong organizational, communication, and relationship-building skills

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

• Adept at building authentic relationships with students quickly

• Ability to conduct difficult conversations with Scholars and families to give honest, productive feedback

• Excellent interpersonal skills and a high level of professionalism

• Exceptional communication skills, both written and oral

• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail

• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite and Google Suite

• Bilingual Spanish/English preferred; Haitian-Creole is a plus

• Ability to work a Tuesday through Saturday schedule from September to June and some evenings, as needed