College Readiness Student Advisor (Part-Time; Temporary)

About the role

As a College Readiness Student Advisor, you will play a critical role in shaping the futures of high school youth by providing comprehensive guidance and support in their post-secondary planning through college access and career development journeys. You will work closely with students and their families to help them navigate the college planning, admission, and financial aid processes, and empower them to identify and pursue their college goals. This is a highly rewarding and fulfilling position that will allow you to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people. The position is part‑time, temporary (one‑year contract, potentially renewable), reporting to the Program Specialist for College Access, and is based at Queens Technical High School in Long Island City and/or partner SCS schools in Sunnyside, Queens and surrounding neighborhoods.

Responsibilities

• Develop meaningful relationships: Create rapport with students, show a genuine interest in their success, practice active listening, provide moral support, and validate student ideas.
• Uphold professional attitude and appearance.
• Meet one-on-one with high school students and assist them with the college application process.
• Assist students and parents with the financial aid/FAFSA process.
• Keep an updated Excel sheet carefully, including future appointments, and meeting outcomes.
• Serve as a chaperone for college tours.
• Connect participants with resources for post-secondary success (SAT courses, college prep mentors, additional tutoring, school/placement visits, etc.).
• Work closely with students’ guidance counselors or school staff.
• Outreach to participants and their families via telephone and email regarding post-secondary preparedness and program attendance.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications

• Bilingual (Spanish preferred).
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or some college with at least two years of relevant work experience.
• Experience working with high school students or academic programs.
• Experience working in college readiness programming preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• High motivation and willingness to work as part of a team to promote successful outcomes for youth.
• Strong leadership, mentoring, and team-building skills.
• Excellent punctuality, attendance, and reliability is a must.
• Computer literate with knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (Word, Outlook, Excel, etc.), Google Suite/Office 365, and online platforms such as Google Classroom, Zoom, and Microsoft Teams.

Schedule

Monday – Thursday, 10 am – 3 pm; Friday, 9:30 am – noon. Some evenings and/or weekends may be required. This role has gaps in work due to holidays and school closures. One-year contract that is potentially renewable.

Pay

$20.00 – $22.00/hour