GEAR UP College Prep Advisor

GEAR UP College Prep Advisor

Wahluke School District Wahluke Jr. High - Mattawa, Washington Open in Google Maps

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Starting Date: Immediately

WAHLUKE SCHOOL DISTRICT #73

JOB SUMMARY AND DESCRIPTION OF TASKS

AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY

Position: GEAR UP College Prep Advisor

Immediate Supervisor: GEAR UP Program Director and Site Coordinator

Classification: Classified, Non Supervisory, FLSA Non-Exempt

Schedule & Salary: Salary as reflected in the Non-represented Classified Salary Schedule.

To begin immediately:
Work Days: 180 School Calendar work days plus 10 paid holidays plus 10 days outside the school year to attend conferences, activities and training as scheduled by the supervisor. 7.5 hours/day, 7:15am- 3:15pm work day; (inclusive of a 30 minute unpaid lunch). Flexible schedule to accommodate program which may require changing the begin and end work times on certain days that require a different schedule.

The number of workdays will be prorated dependent upon job start date.

Benefits: Eligible for employer contribution toward Medical/Dental Vision Benefits;
Washington State Retirement System;
Vacation days, Personal Leave Day

Purpose: The purpose of the GEAR UP program is to prepare students, beginning in the middle school years, for successful post secondary education. Through coordinated efforts with the local schools, GEAR UP goals are to improve academic preparedness; increase college readiness; increase high school graduation rates; and increase student enrollment and attendance in post secondary institutions. The project will include tutoring and academic advising, mentoring, group activities on career planning, college admissions, financial aid and other relevant topics.

Summary

Description:

The College Prep Advisor will work collaboratively with principals, staff, students, and other agencies/colleges and assist the Site Coordinator and Program Director to further the awareness of college preparation requirements and academic preparedness of all students in the GEAR UP program. Assist the Site Coordinator with students to individualize college planning and preparation. Assist in coordination with parents and teachers to develop an academic enrichment program for educational advancement.

Work with teachers to identify at-risk students in need of academic support services. Accurately document activities for program reporting requirements. Work schedule will be flexible to meet GEAR UP program needs such as GEAR UP Family Nights, FAFSA/WASFA Student Nights, GEAR UP Conferences, Student Field Trips, Freshmen Success Events, and other program activities.

Assist with the collecting of monthly documentation for reporting and inputting into Research, Grant, Information database at the end of every month along with three major reporting deadlines in October, February and September.

The GEAR UP College Prep Advisor promotes academic success and post-secondary readiness for the GEAR UP cohorts. Utilizing a case-management model, they provide regular check-ins, academic mentoring, and goal-setting support. Key duties include monitoring student attendance and grades, intervening with academic support, and assisting with college and career exploration through workshops and campus visits. They also facilitate communication between teachers, parents, and students to address barriers to success and connect families with relevant resources and information.

Minimum Qualifications and

Skills and Abilities:

• Successful program management experience preferred

• Demonstrated skill working with adolescents and/or “at-risk” populations

• AA degree in related field preferred. A combination of course work and job experience may be considered.

• Bilingual/Bi-literate English/Spanish required.

• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.

• Demonstrated ability to, and experience working and communicating with, students and families of diverse backgrounds.

• Experience in an educational setting, counseling, social work, or other related fields preferred.

• Knowledge…