Employer
Davidson-Davie Community College
Job Location
Salary Grade
Benefits
Job Category
Professional
Application Period
Opens:
Closes: 12/31/2024
Target Start Date
Expected Work Hours
Employment Type
Full Time
Minimum Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Position Description
The Student Success Advisor provides academic, personal, financial, and career counseling to low-income, first generation and/or academically disadvantaged middle and high school students that supports completion of a secondary school diploma, as well as enrolling and completing a postsecondary credential. This is a full-time, 12-month position funded by a five-year U.S. Department of Education grant. The majority of the time will be spent working independently on-site at Thomasville middle and high schools. The position reports to the Director, Talent Search, and has the following responsibilities:
Essential Job Functions:
- Collaborates with Director, school administrators, teachers, and counselors to identify program participants and implement initiatives to improve high school persistence, graduation,and postsecondary success.
- Coordinates recruitment strategies, accepts referrals, and assists in selecting Talent Search participants.
- Delivers presentations to school staff, students, and parents, highlighting program benefits.
- Provides academic advising focused on grade promotion, college readiness, and academic success.
- Manages a caseload of 250+ students, conducts needs assessments, and develops individual College, Career, and Academic Plans (CCAPs).
- Engages students and families in discussions about academic and non-academic challenges affecting progress and satisfaction.
- Coordinates tutorial services and organizes study skills workshops with input from school staff.
- Monitors attendance and disciplinary records to ensure program eligibility and provide resource interventions.
- Leads college exploratory trips, enrichment activities, and cultural events to promote college readiness.
- Participates in professional development activities, TRIO meetings, and school district training to support program goals.
- Perform other duties as assigned which support the purpose and initiatives of the Program and College
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited institution in education, administration, counseling, or a related field
- 2-3 years of experience counseling/advising youth
- Experience working with individuals who are low-income and/or first-generation
- Complete background and drug screenings
Preferred Qualifications
- Masters degree from an accredited institution in education, administration, counseling, or a related field
- Knowledge of college and university admissions and enrollment procedures
- Knowledge of federal and state financial aid procedures
- Experience working with federal Department of Education programs or TRIO Programs
- Work experience with North Carolina’s public schools and community organizations
- Fluency in Spanish
- Experience with google suite, social media and virtual meeting platforms
- Work experience in a school and or college setting
- Experience with Blumen and or Powerschool database systems
- Personally overcome obstacles similar to those experienced by TRIO Talent Search program participants
How to Apply
schooljobs.com/careers/davidsondavie