Academic Advisor for College Pathways

2 weeks ago


New York County New York, United States Uncommon Schools NYC Full time
Position Overview:

The role of the Academic Advisor for College Pathways is to empower students to realize their aspirations. This position is crucial in aligning students with suitable college options based on various factors such as community fit, institution size, geographical location, faculty-to-student ratio, academic pursuits, financial support, and extracurricular activities.

The primary objective of the Academic Advisor is to prepare each student for a successful transition to college and future endeavors.


Key Responsibilities:


In this role, you will instruct college seminar courses for 11th and 12th graders, guiding them through the comprehensive college application journey.

This encompasses a range of activities including, but not limited to, career exploration, identifying optimal post-secondary options, crafting personal statements, developing resumes, obtaining letters of recommendation, and navigating financial aid and scholarship applications.


You will foster a culture of college and career readiness among all students by designing motivational and educational materials, advising on course selections, and orchestrating events such as Career Day, SAT School Day, Senior Signing Day, College Acceptance Forums, College Visits, and Alumni Day.

Collaboration with parents and families is essential to create a supportive partnership, which will involve conducting informational workshops and personalized meetings.


Continuous professional development is vital; you will enhance your skills by engaging in Uncommon PD and attending relevant regional and national conferences.


Building strong relationships with college admissions offices is key, as you will advocate passionately for your students to streamline the admissions and financial aid processes.

You will also assist in organizing and facilitating various college visits and informational sessions for students across all grade levels.



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