College Connection Coach

If encouraging high school students to go to college is something you want to do, we have the job for you. Ivy Tech is looking for a College Connection Coach to work with the Vanderburgh County schools.

The primary goal of the College Connection Coach is to establish relationships with high school students in order to encourage and assist students toward enrollment in college and persistence toward degree completion. The College Connection Coach will plan and implement outreach services and dual credit opportunities in Vanderburgh County.

The Coach will provide college and career support to high school students who are seeking employment or a four-year degree upon completion of a Technical Certificate or Associate Degree. Will work with Academic Affairs on coordinating dual credit opportunities.

Major Responsibilities

• Responsible for student recruitment by identifying high school juniors, seniors, or graduates who are college-bound.

• Provide one-on-one coaching that supports college attainment and career exploration and complements services that may be available through high school, college, or the community.

• Utilize community resources that support student access and success in college.

• Develop and convene regularly scheduled small group sessions for students throughout the academic year. These sessions are structured as informal group check-ins and as workshops designed to help students navigate the college environment, access resources, and build a network of peer support. (i.e. program specific groups, financial aid workshops, ACT & SAT information, ACCUPLACER information)

• Enroll students in dual credit courses, input SAT/ACT scores, input GPA, etc.

• May provide support for employer partnerships.

• Coach students on the transitions from high school to college to work.

• Implement student career workshops, which may involve on-campus activities, tours, industry visits, and other experiential learning opportunities.

• Develop and deliver annual orientation for new student participants and a summer series of college preparation and team building workshops.

• Maintains accurate records and collects and enters required information and case notes for each student in the coaching cohort, including regularly updated student contact information, and academic progress. Develops required reports.

• Participate in ongoing tracking of outcomes, evaluation of services, and program development as part of the postsecondary team and the EVSC.

• Must stay current with Ivy Tech programs, admission and registration processes, career and higher education trends, and requirements of the Indiana Department of Education.

• The Coach will attend Ivy Tech meetings, training sessions and other activities as necessary.

• Must stay current with Ivy Tech programs, admission and registration processes, career and higher education trends, and requirements of the Indiana Department of Education.

• The Coach will attend Ivy Tech meetings, training sessions and other activities as necessary.

This is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties associated with this role may be assigned. All responsibilities will be conducted within the parameters of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), other applicable regulatory requirements and professional standards.

Work Hours:

• Flexibility required with some evening and Saturday duties.

Hiring Range:

• $35,000-$40,000 annually based on experience.

Benefits:

Full-time, benefits eligible position with no enrollment waiting period. Excellent benefit offerings, including:

• Medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, spouse/child life insurance, long-term disability, short-term disability.

• Retirement Plan with 10% Employer contribution, no match necessary, with no waiting period.

• Paid time off: vacation, sick time, holidays, winter break between December 25th and January 1st, and more. Up to 47 paid days off per year.

• Free Ivy Tech tuition for employee, spouse and dependents.

• For those pursuing higher degrees, Tuition Reimbursement at other institutions.

• Opportunities for Professional Development.

• Discounts for rental cars, hotels, and electronic and mobile devices.

• Eligible employer under the DOL Public Service student loan forgiveness program.

For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree

• 2-4 years related experience in advising, career counseling, recruiting, or other student service related job.

• Strong written and oral communication and presentation skills.

• Proven ability to initiate and balance multiple work projects.

• Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively with a team.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in K-12 or college-level preferred. Training, or teaching experience with young adults preferred.

Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College's Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.