LYTE Post-Secondary Support Specialist

The Post Secondary Success Specialist will serve with LYTE to expand access to higher education for first-generation and lower-income students and families. By increasing financial literacy, fostering early college planning, and providing ongoing postsecondary support, the Member will help reduce barriers that too often limit students’ opportunities. The Member will serve directly with students and families to: -Support students and families in exploring options for planning and saving for college, as well as understanding the long-term impact of different postsecondary pathways. -Guide students and families through the financial aid process, connect them to helpful resources, and support them in making informed decisions about college affordability. -Provide individualized encouragement and coaching to help students feel confident in their financial planning and overall readiness for life after high school. -Help students successfully transition to college by providing ongoing guidance, connecting them to campus resources, and supporting persistence and completion. -Encourage students to set goals, navigate academic and financial challenges, and develop the skills and confidence needed to thrive in college and beyond. Further help on this page can be found by clicking here . Member Duties : The Post Secondary Success Specialist will serve with LYTE to expand access to higher education for first-generation and lower-income students and families. -Support students and families in exploring options for planning and saving for college, as well as understanding the long-term impact of different postsecondary pathways. -Guide students and families through the financial aid process, connect them to helpful resources, and support them in making informed decisions about college affordability. -Provide individualized encouragement and coaching to help students feel confident in their financial planning and overall readiness for life after high school. -Help students transition to and succeed in college by providing ongoing guidance, connecting them to campus resources, and supporting persistence and completion. -Encourage students to set goals, navigate academic and financial challenges, and develop the skills and confidence needed to thrive in college and beyond. Program Benefits : Education award upon successful completion of service , Living Allowance . Terms Car recommended . Service Areas Community and Economic Development , Children/Youth , Education . Skills Communications , Community Organization , Education , Writing/Editing , Youth Development , General Skills , Team Work . Refine Search Summary Program Type: AmeriCorps State / National Program LYTE Post-Secondary Support Specialist Program Start/End Date 10/19/2026 - 08/31/2027 Work Schedule Full Time Education level College graduate Age Requirement Minimum: 18 Maximum: None Program Locations DELAWARE Philadelphia/Wilmington/Atlantic City Accepting Applications From 10/13/2026 To 11/30/2026 Contact Olivia Terzian 1313 N Market St Wilmington DE 19801 3025712162 olivia.terzian@lytescholars.org Listing ID 124206