FY26: College and Career Navigator, Gaithersburg HS, 7 hrs/ 12 mos, Ad closes on 7/15/2025
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About The Position
Under the direction of central service directors over career advising and the counseling units, and in collaboration with the high school principal, the College and Career Navigator (CCN) serves students in Grades 8-12 as the primary resource for college and career planning, including military service, and employment opportunities, and acts as the main point of contact for WorkSource Montgomery (WSM) Career Advising Coaches (CAC) assigned to the high school. The CCN actively participates and contributes to the development, implementation and ongoing improvement of the district-wide college, career, and community strategic plan, while assessing the unique demographics of the assigned school to create a customized program and resource center tailored to student needs. The CCN collaborates with the CACs to support the work of career advising, including articulating Grade 8 students. The CCN provides support and guidance on college and career planning, including, engaging students and their parents through outreach methods such as presentations, workshops, field trips, and facilitating visits from college representatives. In addition, the CCN assists students with all aspects of their college and career planning. This includes researching programs, colleges and workforce opportunities, supporting them through the application process, testing, financial aid, and scholarship applications, as well as guiding them on graduation requirements in conjunction with school counselors and supporting summer work-based learning options such as Summer RISE. The CCN liaises with Career Advising teams, college and career readiness staff, and other relevant stakeholders engaged in college and career work. The CCN develops and leads outreach initiatives for the Financial Assistance Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and Maryland Student Financial Aid Application (MSFAA), aimed at educating students and families on completing these applications.
