American Indian College Fund·Quinte West, Ontario
Implement and develop donor-funded student success programming to improve persistence and degree completion for Native students. Collaborate with Tribal Colleges and Universities and internal teams to provide tiered academic and career readiness support.
The American Indian College Fund (College Fund) strives to positively impact the lives of American Indians by supporting their higher education and career objectives. College Fund team members believe education is the answer and collectively we raise funds, provide scholarships, and holistically support students in achieving their goals. Programming, research, and enhancing the capacities of tribal colleges and universities (TCUs) are also integral elements of our mission.
The College Readiness Associate provides expertise and support in college going services that are culturally centered for entities serving Native youth. This position will engage and build collaborative partnerships with targeted high schools and TCUs to provide supports and resources for high school to college matriculation. The college readiness specialist will support the goals of the Student Success Services Team and of the College Fund by collaborating with team members in providing student resources and supports to gain access to higher education and to persist through their college experience.
1) Builds and maintains sustainable support systems, practices and resources within the high schools, TCUs, and communities we partner with for improved and increased student supports.
Use peer learning opportunities and communities of practice, when possible, to support college readiness activities and goals to build and foster a college going culture in Native communities.
Plan convenings and site visits to TCUs and partner institutions in collaboration with Student Success Services team to maintain partnerships.
Plan, facilitate and implement summer programming and convening for program participants in collaboration with the Student Success Services team.
Seek out professional development opportunities as well as for institution support staff in best practices that support students- to include, but not limited to college applications, essays, FAFSA, choosing a best-fit college.
Keep up to date records on students and partner activity. Provide reports as needed for supervisors.
Utilize quantitative and qualitative data to inform program goals and direction and to support students, high schools, and organizations.
Provide formal updates to supervisors twice yearly for review and for professional growth (December and June).
subgrant administration, online resources, webinars and text messaging.
Create and share resources on college and career readiness strategies to guide students towards their graduation, college and career goals.
Connect students, high schools, TCUs, and organizations to Student Success Service programming at the College Fund as relevant.
Regular, timely outreach and communication (email, phone and virtual) to program partners regarding upcoming deadlines, requirements, and expectations associated with programming and potential scholarships.
Stay current and up to date on latest trends involving Native student Education, the college choice process.
Supervisory Responsibilities: No supervisory duties assigned to this position
The intent is not to provide an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with this position. Incumbent may perform other duties as assigned.
$50,500 - $58,000 per year
Requires a Bachelor's degree and experience working with American Indian or underserved college populations. Preferred candidates possess a Master's degree in Student Affairs or related field and experience in student advising.
Market context
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