Starting August 2027 - AmeriCorps Access Coach – MINNESOTA

College Possible AmeriCorps•Saint Paul, MN

23d•Onsite

About The Position

College Possible is an AmeriCorps program that supports students pursuing higher education through personalized coaching, resources, and guidance. AmeriCorps members commit to a year of service as College Possible Coaches. The Access Coach primarily serves at a partner high school, coaching high school juniors and seniors as they explore college opportunities and complete the college application process. Coaches also work from the College Possible office and other required locations, and must attend mandatory ongoing training at the office every Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Reliable transportation to the office, assigned school placements, and other required locations is required. The service term runs from August 2027 through June 2028. The position is in person, Monday through Friday, for 40–45 hours per week. Compensation includes a living stipend of $1,041.66 paid biweekly, a Segal Education Award of $7,395, and medical health insurance. The posting notes that the benefit amount represents the 2026–2027 service year and may change. Coaches teach college-preparatory classes, provide individual coaching, support student recruitment and college transitions, maintain student records and program documentation, and participate in required training and community service activities. College Possible provides onboarding, professional and leadership development, technology and gear, and access to its alumni network. Placement and enrollment depend on final funding notification by the Corporation for National and Community Service.

Requirements

Be a U.S. citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident.
Be a college graduate between 2021 and 2026 and/or not exceed age 27 by August 2026.
Clear a National Service Criminal History Check and other security requirements set by College Possible and the serving school district before training begins.
Have strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and other Office Suite programs.
Have a desire to work for a nonprofit and a strong commitment to helping students earn college admission and persist toward degree completion.
Demonstrate adaptability, flexibility, creativity, and commitment to excellence.
Have strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret data and reports effectively.
Demonstrate outstanding attention to detail and strong organizational skills, meet deadlines, multitask, and handle potentially stressful situations calmly and appropriately.
Be willing and able to take initiative and thrive in new environments.
Be able to work independently and as part of a team.
Be able to establish and maintain cooperative professional relationships.
Be flexible to work in multiple locations, including the College Possible office and affiliated institutions.
Have reliable transportation to the office, assigned school placements, and other required locations.
Be able to lift up to 15 pounds when needed and stand and/or sit for at least seven hours per day.

Responsibilities

Teach college-preparatory classes for 40 or more high school students at a local high school campus.
Ensure students receive high-quality services, school partner needs are met, and students make satisfactory progress toward program goals.
Provide one-on-one coaching to help students develop their college plans.
Gain and maintain knowledge of students’ interests, needs, and backgrounds.
Conduct follow-up phone calls with parents and students as needed.
Lead student recruitment at the assigned high school, including information sessions, tabling, communication with school staff, interviews, and welcoming students into the program.
Collect, organize, and maintain student and program documents.
Update the database weekly and maintain student records and statistics.
Coordinate with the College Success Team to provide college transition services to graduating high school seniors.
Submit biweekly timesheets, periodic reports such as monthly reports and self- and supervisor evaluations, and other required service-related documentation.
Attend required programmatic and community service events.
Attend mandatory ongoing training at the office every Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Benefits

Living stipend of $1,041.66 paid in biweekly installments.
Segal Education Award of $7,395.
Medical health insurance.
Paid school breaks and holidays.
Two weeks of onboarding and training.
Ongoing professional and leadership development training.
Employee Assistance Program access with mental, physical, and financial wellness benefits.
Company-provided technology.
Company-provided gear and apparel.
Access to the College Possible alumni network.
Student loan deferment and interest forbearance.
Childcare benefits program.
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits.
Eligibility for the Department of Education’s Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
Access to the Schools of National Service Network for additional education benefits.
Access to AmeriCorps alumni and Employers of National Service networks.