Middle and High School, College and Career Readiness Coach (MHSCCRC)

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

About The Position

The Middle and High School, College and Career Readiness Coaches serve as the frontline mentors and guides within Bronx GEAR UP INSPIRES, supporting students as they navigate the critical transitions from middle school to high school and from high school to college/career readiness. Working directly with students, families, and school staff, Coaches provide personalized academic planning, career exploration, and college readiness support. This role focuses on helping students build the knowledge, confidence, and persistence needed to pursue higher education—ensuring they are not only prepared for college admission but also equipped to succeed once they get there.

Requirements

Demonstrated success in implementing academic interventions, advising, and early outreach strategies to promote college access, and workforce understanding.
Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills to build trust with students, families, and educators.
Deep understanding of Bronx communities and a commitment to helping local youth achieve college and career success.
A master’s degree (preferred but not required) in Education, Counseling, or a related field
At least three years of experience supporting underserved and first-generation students
Strong interpersonal communication and organizational skills, ability to work independently, cultivate relationships, and engage with school leadership and with students and families
Ability to plan, organize, and deliver workshops to students in middle and high schools as well as parents
Able to balance multiple tasks and projects and shift priorities as needed
Demonstrated ability to work autonomously as well as a team member across different tasks and projects
Grit and determination, motivated and flexible to work evenings and weekends as necessary
MS Office Suite, Google Suite

Nice To Haves

Experience in college preparation or academic coaching in a high school setting (a plus)

Responsibilities

Guide students through every academic transition—from middle school to college—by developing personalized college and career-readiness plans.
Deliver hands-on support through tutoring, mentoring, college visits, visits to career and technical sites, summer programs, and financial aid workshops.
Collaborate with school leaders, families, and community partners to strengthen pathways to higher education and career success.
Use academic data and evidence-based strategies to improve student outcomes and ensure program impact across all sites.
Other duties as assigned.