Academic Counselor (Bilingual English/Spanish) Part-Time

About the role

The mission of Mission Neighborhood Centers (MNC) is to provide culturally sensitive, multi-generational, community-based services that empower families to build strong, healthy, and vibrant neighborhoods. The Academic Counselor plays a crucial role in assisting students in setting educational and career goals, exploring alternatives, and supporting their decisions regarding academic pathways.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal counseling, career development, and assessment for current and prospective MNC Educational Services students, individually or in groups.
• Teach basic skills to students with varying academic levels while integrating GED skills, reading and math skills, social justice and community issues, and culture.
• Register students for testing and create and maintain confidential student files including student registration, assessments, educational plans, class attendance, test scores, GED Exam completion records, etc.
• Maintain a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest of the students.
• Offer academic advising regarding possible career and educational pathways as well as the College's occupational and vocational programs and those preparing students to graduate and transfer.
• Monitor students' progress and program progress towards performance outcomes.
• Enter program data into online reporting system and prepare monthly narrative program reports.
• Facilitate appropriate referrals and serve as liaison to assure connections with support services that are consistent with student's needs.
• Conduct student educational assessments and work with students to create learning plans that meet their needs.
• Continue to encourage students to pursue higher education or vocational training programs after graduation.
• Coordinate and organize the submission of timely daily, weekly, and monthly reports with the Program Manager; ensure deadlines are met.
• Participate in outreach efforts to recruit students and develop retention plans for participants.
• Establish and maintain relationships and effective communication with community agencies, governmental/health organizations, educational institutions, and local civic/business organizations; serve as the department liaison.
• Support other MNC Service Programs and Education services as needed.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Human Services, Social Work, Psychology or related field or equivalent experience teaching GED curriculum.
• Experience: At least one year of experience working with young adults, typically 17-24 years old. Proficient in math through Algebra II. Strong background in High School Science, Social Studies, and Language Arts. SAT/ACT and ESL experience preferred. Strong background in working with underserved communities preferred. Knowledge of the Mission District preferred.
• Schedule Requirement: Available between Tuesday-Saturday from 8:30am-5:00pm. Available to work with students 2-4 hours/week outside of class for check-in. 100% in-person working.
• Requirements: Current CA Driver’s License, current auto insurance, and a clean driving record. Current CPR & First Aid Certificate (every 2 years thereafter), current Immunizations (TB) (every 2 years thereafter), and clearance for Child Abuse Index.
• Language(s): Bilingual English, Spanish.
• Skills and Abilities: Independent thinker, excellent customer service skills, professional attitude, high level of personal integrity, maturity, and business judgment required. Strong analytical skills and demonstrated attention to detail. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Well-organized professional who thrives in a team-oriented environment. Ability to remain tactful under pressure and present a professional demeanor and communication style with co-workers in a multicultural setting. Ability to be culturally aware when working with clients. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and Google Suite.