Career Academic Advisor

Research Foundation of The City University of New York•New York, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Middle and High School College and Career Readiness Coaches serve as frontline mentors and guides within Bronx GEAR UP INSPIRES, a federally funded college access and success initiative led by The Bronx Institute at Lehman College. The program partners with Bronx schools to support students from middle school through their first year of college, helping them develop the academic, social, and personal skills needed to succeed in higher education and beyond. Working with students, families, school staff, and program partners, Coaches provide personalized academic planning, career exploration, mentoring, and college readiness support. They help students build the knowledge, confidence, and persistence needed to pursue higher education and achieve long-term academic and career success. Coaches work closely with school-based coaching staff, the Program Coordinator and Liaison, and the Administrative Assistant at Bronx Community College to support program implementation, student engagement, and college and career readiness services.

Requirements

At least three years of experience supporting underserved and first-generation students.
Strong interpersonal communication and organizational skills, including the ability to work independently, cultivate professional relationships, and engage effectively with school leadership, students, and families.
Ability to plan, organize, and deliver workshops and enrichment activities for middle and high school students and parents.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects, prioritize responsibilities, and adapt to changing program needs.
Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively across varied tasks and projects.
Commitment to student success, with grit, determination, and flexibility, including the ability to work evenings and weekends as needed.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace.
Ability to maintain a flexible schedule and work at least two days per week, including assigned Saturday Academy participation when in session.

Nice To Haves

A master’s degree in Education, Counseling, or a related field.
Experience in college preparation, academic coaching, mentoring, or student support within a middle or high school setting.
Demonstrated experience implementing academic interventions, advising, and early outreach strategies that promote college access, persistence, and career readiness.
Knowledge of college and career pathways, workforce preparation, and resources that support underserved and first-generation students.
Understanding of Bronx communities and commitment to supporting local youth in achieving their educational and career goals.

Responsibilities

Guide students through academic transitions from middle school through college by developing and supporting personalized college and career readiness plans.
Provide tutoring, mentoring, college visits, career and technical site visits, summer programs, and financial aid workshops.
Collaborate with school-based Coaches, school leaders, families, and community partners to strengthen pathways to higher education and career success.
Participate in and support the Saturday Academy Program, providing academic enrichment, mentoring, college and career readiness activities, and other student support services as assigned.
Use academic data and evidence-based strategies to identify student needs, implement interventions, and improve student outcomes across program sites.
Maintain regular communication and provide weekly progress reports to school-based Coaches, the Program Coordinator and Liaison, and the Administrative Assistant at Bronx Community College.
Assist with the planning, coordination, and implementation of program activities, workshops, and student services.
Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned to support Bronx GEAR UP INSPIRES.
Work with students during the school day at assigned school sites on a flexible schedule, for a minimum of two days per week.
Participate in Saturday Academy activities and other program events, workshops, and student support initiatives as assigned.
Coordinate with the Program Coordinator and Liaison at BCC, school-based Coaches, and the Administrative Assistant at Bronx Community College regarding student services, program activities, progress updates, and assigned responsibilities.
Maintain effective communication with program leadership and school-based staff to support consistent implementation of program goals and objectives.