College and Career Match Counselor

2 days ago


Newark, New Jersey, United States Kipp Full time
Job Title:

College and Career Match Counselor

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced College and Career Match Counselor to join our team at KIPP New Jersey. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting a college and career ready trajectory for our students, building strong relationships with students and families, and utilizing effective advising skills to support students in taking all necessary steps to graduate from high school and ultimately matriculate to a post-secondary program of highest aspiration.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Conduct ongoing 1:1 check-ins with caseload of 12th grade students to support them through the application process and to help them maintain momentum for a strong finish to their senior year
  • Provide feedback on students' writing and applications, leveraging strong editing skills to ensure students ultimately have quality applications
  • Guide each student through the process of applying to right fit colleges and/or career programs using students' balanced wishlists from 11th grade
  • Maintain consistent engagement and partnership with families of 12th grade students
  • Support students and families in filling out financial aid applications, scholarship paperwork, and applications to special programs such as EOF
  • Complete Letters of Recommendation for students, and train teachers on writing quality recommendations
  • Support students in preparing for and completing key application steps, including interviews and document submission
  • Hold College & Career Decision meetings with students and families, sharing key information and guiding students and families in making decisions that are aligned with students' passion/purpose/plan
  • Support each student's transition to college or their post-secondary pathway through the completion of pre-college & career benchmarks as well as matriculation checklist tasks (such as making their tuition deposit, engaging in loan counseling (if applicable), etc.)
  • Support HS juniors in May and June with learning more about the college financial aid process, writing personal statements, and researching colleges and Career Technical Education (CTE) programs to finalize their balanced wishlists
Requirements:
  • Demonstrated experience working with traditionally under-served students and their families from diverse socioeconomic, racial, and ethnic backgrounds
  • Previous experience with Postsecondary Access or Postsecondary Success Counseling or Previous High School Teaching Experience
What We Offer:

In addition to a competitive salary, KIPP NJ offers a full comprehensive benefits plan, including health care, retirement, a school laptop, and transportation benefits for TEAMmates commuting into New Jersey from the New York City area.



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