Persistence Advisor
About the role
Organizational Overview: KIPP Atlanta Schools is part of the KIPP (Knowledge is Power Program) national network of free, open enrollment, college preparatory schools dedicated to ensuring that every child grows up free to create the future they want for themselves and their communities. There are 280 KIPP schools in 21 states and the District of Columbia serving more than 175,000 scholars and alumni. KIPP Atlanta currently operates 11 schools, including five primary schools, six middle schools and one high school, as well as KIPP Forward which supports scholars on their journey to a choice-filled life. We are a social justice organization and our vision and mission require the work of dedicated, bold and skilled leaders, educators, and support staff who are committed to serving as the catalyst for joyful, academically excellent schools and the foundation for building a more just and equitable world for our scholars.
Job Overview: Persistence Advisor is a year-round position on the KIPP Forward team. The Persistence Advisor serves as the primary point of contact for a targeted caseload of KIPP Metro Atlanta Alumni pursuing Associate degrees, certificate programs, and CTE pathways. In addition to providing specialized retention and transfer support to students enrolled in technical and community colleges, the Persistence Advisor assists alumni pursuing Bachelor’s degrees across various post-secondary pathways to ensure program completion. Candidates should have experience in the technical college system, be well-versed in the enrollment process of the CTE field, and demonstrate flexibility to meet the needs of the target demographic. The ideal candidate is an empathetic, highly organized relationship builder and a great communicator. Persistence Advisors report to the Director of Persistence. This is a year-round, hybrid position based out of KIPP Atlanta Collegiate High School. Based in Atlanta, classroom environment; requires ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 25 pounds, ability to push or pull objects weighing up to 25 pounds, and may require