College and Career Readiness Coordinator

Job title: College and Career Readiness Coordinator

Job Profile:

Student Support Specialist 2

Job Family:

Student Support Services

Time Type:

Part time

Apply before 11:59 PM Arizona time the day before the posted End Date.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree and three (3) years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Job Profile Summary: Connects students to a variety of academic, professional, and personal support services to overcome academic and non-academic barriers and enhance their skills to increase persistence and graduation rates.

Job Description:

Position

Salary Range:

• $40,000.00 - $44,000.00 per year

We are seeking a dynamic and dedicated College and Career Readiness Coordinators to join our team and support Tribal K12 schools in fostering educational and career success. The Coordinator will design and facilitate college and career readiness programs, assist with tutoring and mentoring students, and lead or assist with cultural programs. This role requires travel to or residence in tribal communities, offering a unique opportunity to work closely with students and community members. Tribal community locations will be within the San Carlos Apache Tribe or the Tohono O'odham Nation.

Essential Duties:

• Program Design and Facilitation:

• Coordinate the implementation of college and career readiness programs tailored to the needs of Tribal K12 students.

• Create engaging workshops and activities that help to prepare students for post-secondary education and/or career opportunities.

• Implement programs and activities that help students develop a growth mindset and build confidence.

• Collaborate with the grant team, school staff, and community leaders to ensure programs are culturally relevant and effective.

• Tutoring and Mentoring:

• Provide one-on-one and group tutoring sessions to support students' academic achievement.

• Mentor students, offering guidance on academic, career, and personal development.

• Track and assess student progress, adjusting support strategies as needed.

• Cultural Program Leadership:

• Lead or assist in the development and facilitation of cultural programs that celebrate and preserve Tribal heritage and traditions.

• Organize events and activities that promote cultural awareness and pride among students.

• Engage with community members to incorporate their knowledge and expertise into cultural programming.

• Community Engagement:

• Build strong relationships with students, families, and tribal community members.

• Participate in community events and meetings to stay connected and responsive to community needs.

• Act as an ambassador for the organization, promoting its mission and values within the community.

• Assist Career Services with improving outcomes related to tribal parent participation in programming for both tribal communities and urban areas

• Travel and On-Site Work:

• Travel to or reside in designated tribal communities to deliver programs and services.

• Adapt to different community settings and maintain flexibility in scheduling and program delivery.

Desired Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Social Work, Indigenous Studies, Youth Development, or a related field.
• Experience in designing and facilitating educational programs or workshops.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to connect with K12 students of various ages.
• Demonstrated interest in working with tribal communities and understanding of cultural sensitivity.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a proactive and adaptable approach.
• Willingness to travel frequently or reside in tribal communities as required.
• Previous experience in tutoring, mentoring, or youth development.
• Familiarity with tribal cultures, histories, and contemporary issues.
• Skills in program evaluation and data collection.

Working Environment:

• Activities are performed in Tribal communities and K12 schools. Some may be in an environmentally controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting, keyboarding and manipulating a computer mouse (85%).
• Frequently required to travel.
• Frequent bending, reaching, lifting, pushing and pulling up to 25 pounds (40%).

Department Statement:

Career Services provides commensurate programs, services, and resources at all four Phoenix area locations, as well as ASU Online. Staff work collaboratively with CS leadership and staff at each location, and as part of the Educational Outreach and Student Services (EOSS) Vice Presidential area. EOSS provides the ASU student community with support services, involvement opportunities and a rich Sun Devil experience to assist students in achieving their personal and academic goals. Members of the ASU community aspire to live the Sun Devil Way, creating and sustaining a community that exemplifies achievement, engagement and responsibility.

Driving Requirement:

Driving is not required for this position.

Location

Arizona State University ASU

Funding:

Grant Funded

Graduate Assistant, Intern and part-time positions are counted as half time for experience equivalency, meaning one year equals six months of experience.

Only electronic applications will be accepted for this position. By submitting an application, you confirm that the information provided is accurate and complete.

ASU Statement:

Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified instit