Student Success Advisor TRIO Talent Search Thomasville City School

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Student Success Advisor, TRIO Talent Search Thomasville City School
Student Success Advisor, TRIO Talent Search Thomasville City School
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297 DCCC Road
Thomasville, NC 27360
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Job Location
Thomasville City Schools
Salary/Grade
$ 40,373 - $ 52,485 annually
Benefits
Full Time Benefits
Job Category
Professional
Application Period
Opens:
Thursday, May 25, 2023
Closes:
Friday, June 30, 2023
Target Start Date
Friday, June 30, 2023
Expected Work Hours
Mon-Friday
Employment Type
Full Time
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications Required:
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
Ability to work independently with limited oversight
Experience working with individuals who are low-income and/or first-generation
Knowledge of college and university admissions and enrollment procedures
Knowledge of federal and state financial aid procedures
Experience with Microsoft Office, spreadsheets, and database management
Complete background and drug screenings
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications: 
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 Talent Search program participants
Position Description
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, Thomasville School administrators, teachers, and counselors to identify program participants and execute a comprehensive program to improve high school persistence, graduation, and postsecondary enrollment to completion 
Coordinates and conducts recruitment strategies, accepts referrals, and helps select Talent Search participants
Makes presentations to school personnel, students, and parents outlining program benefits
Utilizes a student-centered approach and advises participants for academic success, grade promotion, and college readiness
Manages a caseload of 250 students and completes individual needs assessments to develop customized, individual College, Career, and Academic Plans (CCAPs); reviews and interprets report cards, transcripts, test scores, college entrance exams, etc.
Meets one-on-one with students and families to discuss academic and non-academic obstacles, as they relate to student progress, involvement, and program satisfaction
Coordinates and makes referrals to tutorial services and develops study skills workshops with input from teachers and other school staff
Monitors attendance and disciplinary records for continued program eligibility and resource intervention
Advises, promotes, and mentors participants; assists with development of positive self-concept and helping students envision a future beyond high school
Develops student assessments and completes program evaluations
Partners with college departments and community constituents for effective program delivery, workshops, etc.
Coordinates and leads student-centered college and university exploratory field trips, enrichment activities, and cultural events
Assists students and families complete all necessary steps for college readiness and enrollment (e.g. ACT/SAT, financial aid, RDS, college application, etc.)
Participates in middle and high school staff and team meetings to review timelines, discuss objectives, refine implementation plans, and problem-solve
Receives confidential application materials and maintains participant files, tracks services, and submits weekly contact forms and other reports as required by the grant
Participates in professional development activities appropriate to the functions of the position, including state TRIO Talent Search meetings/conferences, Department of Education sponsored training, and school district trainings
Supports the mission, vision, and values of the College, City Schools, and the TRIO Talent Search program
Perform other duties as assigned which support the purpose and initiatives of the Program and College
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