Pathways Adviser; Wage

Pathways Adviser (Staff Wage)

The University of Virginia launched the AdviseVA program in the fall of 2005 as a public service program to address the widening gap in college access for low income and first-generation students. Our mission is to expand access to high-quality postsecondary opportunities for students across Virginia. AdviseVA is an Ameri Corps program. Pathways advisers advance their leadership, work, and life skills as they interact with K-12, higher education, and community-based organizations, developing knowledge and forging connections that will benefit them in their next step.

Responsibilities:

• Provide one-on-one admissions and financial aid advice to any student or family from your assigned school:
• Encourage students to consider a broad range of postsecondary choices, emphasizing concepts of match and fit.
• Discuss a comprehensive college timeline, including Final date to receive applicationss for admission and financial aid
• Work with students to complete and submit admissions applications to higher education institutions, apprenticeship and licensure programs, and other postsecondary opportunities.
• Guide students through the financial aid process including FAFSA submission, interpreting correspondence and financial aid packages and applying for scholarships.
• Organize group events that encourage students and their families to consider, plan for, and apply to various postsecondary opportunities:
• Visit classrooms, assemblies, and club meetings to offer AdviseVA services and explain various aspects of the college-going process.
• Hold group workshops and presentations regarding the importance of postsecondary education.
• Partner with local community groups-churches, non-profits, social-service providers-to provide postsecondary planning information to the community and host events outside school setting and hours.
• Establish productive working relationships with principals, counselors, and teachers in each assigned school:
• Assess, in consultation with program staff and school personnel, the particular needs of each school, and adapt programs and activities to meet these needs.
• Actively seek the advice and counsel of the on-site supervisor and other personnel at each partner school.
• Participate in extra-curricular activities of your school site which empower students, build relationships, and contribute to the postsecondary planning efforts.
• Represent the Ameri Corps program:
• Provide direct service at your service-site, and log hours accurately in the OnCorps online reporting system.
• Adhere to all guidelines of Ameri Corps and the Corporation for National and Community Service.
• Display Ameri Corps logo at service site.
• Effectively utilize tools and resources in pursuit of continuous improvement and outstanding service to students:
• Regularly report and interpret key progress indicators in online system to successfully manage student caseload.
• With program staff and site supervisor, systematically evaluate student needs and use data-informed approaches to meet those needs.
• Share relevant information regarding activities, accomplishments, and challenges with program staff via regular reporting and/or meetings.
• Maintain expertise in postsecondary planning, including 2- and 4-year colleges, trade and technical options, workforce, military and other opportunities:
• Actively participate in pre-service and in-service training, held in both virtual and in-person settings.
• In consultation with program staff, seek out and participate in other opportunities for professional development.

Requirements:

• A bachelor's degree obtained between 2023 and 2026
• Ability and willingness to relocate to various locations across the Commonwealth
• Ability and willingness to work hours that coincide with a typical school day for educators, as well as some night and weekend hours

Annual Compensation:

• Bi-weekly pay of $1,560 - $1,640 ($39,000 - 41,000 annual rate, pending final budget approvals)
• $7,395 Segal Education Award (approximate)
• $5,169 Health Insurance included (approximate)

$51,564 - 53,564 Total compensation package
* * Total compensation package is determined by the start date. Pathways advisers who begin on the scheduled start date in July will receive 25 bi-weekly payments totaling $39,000 - $41,000. Pathways advisers who begin later in the program year will receive bi-weekly payments of the same amount over fewer pay periods, respectively. Pathways advisers also benefit from professional development opportunities including:

• Ongoing professional development and training throughout service commitment
• Fully funded state conference
• A large network of AdviseVA and Ameri Corps alumni and partner institutions
• Specialized curriculum designed to assist advisers with the next steps of their career and/or education journey

Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer