Education is Freedom
Overview
The primary responsibility of the Advisor is to prepare youth, academically and socially, to pursue their post-secondary aspirations. This involves supporting a college and career‑going culture on the assigned high school campus. Advisors assist students in all college and career preparatory activities (applications for admission, scholarships, SAT/ACT testing, etc.) and connect students with the financial and social resources needed to make college and career credentialing matriculation and graduation a reality. Responsibilities
Inform students about EIF, associated policies, guidelines, and expectations. Promote a college‑going culture on respective campuses and recruit new students to the program. Build and maintain relationships with high school students. Case management of files, including student closeouts upon graduation. Assist with the college application, admission, and enrollment processes. Register students for college entrance and placement examinations (including ACT, SAT, TSI). Assist students with financial aid, grant, and scholarship applications. Plan and conduct life skills classes and college retention seminars to support social competence. Assist students with scholarship applications and other opportunities (internships, camps) to broaden their horizons. Facilitate college transitions through programming, mentor matching, and one‑on‑one contact. Monitor student progress and refer students for additional services as needed. Identify funding opportunities for students and assist with special projects as needed by EIF Advisor Managers. Qualifications
Experience working with youth in a counseling, high school, or college setting. Experience in college admissions or school counseling is preferred. Excellent analytical, writing, and project management skills. Ability to influence and motivate young people about the value and benefits of college. We are seeking a bilingual advisor to work in South Dallas. Key competencies
Communication: Writes and speaks professionally; communicates clearly to students, parents, and administrators. Leadership: Takes a leadership role on campus and within the organization. Persistence: Persistent in supporting students despite challenges. Compassion: Understands barriers faced by students. Charisma: Engaging and positive personality. Resourcefulness: Able to make progress with limited resources. Passion: Strong commitment to the mission. Interpersonal/Relationship skills: Builds rapport with students, parents, teachers, counselors, and principals. Organization: Manages timelines and multiple projects effectively. Work ethic: Takes responsibility for projects from start to finish. Computer skills: Proficient with Microsoft Office; knowledge of additional software a plus. Essential Functions
Inform students about EIF, policies, guidelines, and expectations. Promote a college‑going culture on campuses and recruit students to the program. Build and maintain relationships with high school students. Case management of files, including student closeouts upon graduation. Assist with college applications, admission, and enrollment processes. Register students for college entrance and placement exams (ACT, SAT, TSI). Assist students with financial aid, grant, and scholarship applications. Plan and conduct life skills classes and college retention seminars. Assist with scholarship applications and opportunities (internships, camps). Facilitate college transitions through programming, mentor matching, and one‑on‑one contact. Monitor progress and refer students for additional services as needed. Identify funding opportunities for students. Assist with special projects and other duties as needed per EIF Advisor Managers. Pay
From $40,500.00 per year Benefits
401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Requirements
Bachelor\'s degree, preferred in education, social science or related field 2 years prior experience in education or a field related to counseling or youth programming Location: South Dallas
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The primary responsibility of the Advisor is to prepare youth, academically and socially, to pursue their post-secondary aspirations. This involves supporting a college and career‑going culture on the assigned high school campus. Advisors assist students in all college and career preparatory activities (applications for admission, scholarships, SAT/ACT testing, etc.) and connect students with the financial and social resources needed to make college and career credentialing matriculation and graduation a reality. Responsibilities
Inform students about EIF, associated policies, guidelines, and expectations. Promote a college‑going culture on respective campuses and recruit new students to the program. Build and maintain relationships with high school students. Case management of files, including student closeouts upon graduation. Assist with the college application, admission, and enrollment processes. Register students for college entrance and placement examinations (including ACT, SAT, TSI). Assist students with financial aid, grant, and scholarship applications. Plan and conduct life skills classes and college retention seminars to support social competence. Assist students with scholarship applications and other opportunities (internships, camps) to broaden their horizons. Facilitate college transitions through programming, mentor matching, and one‑on‑one contact. Monitor student progress and refer students for additional services as needed. Identify funding opportunities for students and assist with special projects as needed by EIF Advisor Managers. Qualifications
Experience working with youth in a counseling, high school, or college setting. Experience in college admissions or school counseling is preferred. Excellent analytical, writing, and project management skills. Ability to influence and motivate young people about the value and benefits of college. We are seeking a bilingual advisor to work in South Dallas. Key competencies
Communication: Writes and speaks professionally; communicates clearly to students, parents, and administrators. Leadership: Takes a leadership role on campus and within the organization. Persistence: Persistent in supporting students despite challenges. Compassion: Understands barriers faced by students. Charisma: Engaging and positive personality. Resourcefulness: Able to make progress with limited resources. Passion: Strong commitment to the mission. Interpersonal/Relationship skills: Builds rapport with students, parents, teachers, counselors, and principals. Organization: Manages timelines and multiple projects effectively. Work ethic: Takes responsibility for projects from start to finish. Computer skills: Proficient with Microsoft Office; knowledge of additional software a plus. Essential Functions
Inform students about EIF, policies, guidelines, and expectations. Promote a college‑going culture on campuses and recruit students to the program. Build and maintain relationships with high school students. Case management of files, including student closeouts upon graduation. Assist with college applications, admission, and enrollment processes. Register students for college entrance and placement exams (ACT, SAT, TSI). Assist students with financial aid, grant, and scholarship applications. Plan and conduct life skills classes and college retention seminars. Assist with scholarship applications and opportunities (internships, camps). Facilitate college transitions through programming, mentor matching, and one‑on‑one contact. Monitor progress and refer students for additional services as needed. Identify funding opportunities for students. Assist with special projects and other duties as needed per EIF Advisor Managers. Pay
From $40,500.00 per year Benefits
401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Requirements
Bachelor\'s degree, preferred in education, social science or related field 2 years prior experience in education or a field related to counseling or youth programming Location: South Dallas
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