Program Coordinator at TGR Foundation
About the Employer
About TGR Foundation For more than 25 years, TGR Foundation has worked to create a world where opportunity is universal and potential is limitless. With an unwavering commitment to positively impacting the lives of youth from under-resourced communities, its mission is to empower students to pursue their passions through education. TGR Foundation helps students learn, grow and prepare for their futures through a network of TGR Learning Labs and national programs focused on STEAM educational enrichment, health, well-being, college access and career readiness. For more information visit TGRFoundation.org or connect on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Under the supervision of the Earl Woods Scholar Program (EWSP) Senior Program Manager, the Program Coordinator is an entry-level position responsible for assisting in the development of comprehensive student services and activities. This position will work with young people and parents to motivate and develop the necessary skills to complete a program of secondary education and enroll in a post-secondary institution and provide academic advisement and other services.
Requirements / Qualifications
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:
- Bachelor’s degree
- Fluency in Spanish and English both written and oral, highly desirable
- Training and/or understanding of retention issues in higher education, highly desirable
- Experience working with young adults, career professionals and disadvantaged populations
- Familiar with virtual tools such as: Microsoft Office Suite, Zoom and Google Classroom
- Must be able to work independently and take initiative
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Organizes and provides group and one-on-one guidance and mentoring support for young people in the areas of academic achievement, college and career awareness/readiness, school success and life skills.
- Designs and implements a wide range of in-person and virtual instructional activities, materials, programs, services and strategies in classrooms, seminars, workshops and summer programs to use with individuals as well as small and large groups.
- Plans and conducts college tours, cultural activities and workshops.
- Provides information about financial aid and postsecondary programs while assisting students in applying.
- Assists EWS Senior Program Manager in overseeing high school college access, career readiness and scholarship programs at the TGR Learning Lab.
- Promotes, supports and encourages student participation in all college access activities and services.
- Communicates directly with parents/guardians on a regular basis.
- Prepares and maintains accurate data, records and student files to document all activities conducted and services provided.
- Maintains and develops close relationships with high school counselors and personnel.
- Travel may be required.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements / Qualifications
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:
- Bachelor’s degree
- Fluency in Spanish and English both written and oral, highly desirable
- Training and/or understanding of retention issues in higher education, highly desirable
- Experience working with young adults, career professionals and disadvantaged populations
- Familiar with virtual tools such as: Microsoft Office Suite, Zoom and Google Classroom
- Must be able to work independently and take initiative
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Organizes and provides group and one-on-one guidance and mentoring support for young people in the areas of academic achievement, college and career awareness/readiness, school success and life skills.
- Designs and implements a wide range of in-person and virtual instructional activities, materials, programs, services and strategies in classrooms, seminars, workshops and summer programs to use with individuals as well as small and large groups.
- Plans and conducts college tours, cultural activities and workshops.
- Provides information about financial aid and postsecondary programs while assisting students in applying.
- Assists EWS Senior Program Manager in overseeing high school college access, career readiness and scholarship programs at the TGR Learning Lab.
- Promotes, supports and encourages student participation in all college access activities and services.
- Communicates directly with parents/guardians on a regular basis.
- Prepares and maintains accurate data, records and student files to document all activities conducted and services provided.
- Maintains and develops close relationships with high school counselors and personnel.
- Travel may be required.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Comments and Other Information
To apply, please send an electronic cover letter and resume to Yvonne Tello at ytello@tgrfoundation.org
Comments and Other Information
To apply, please send an electronic cover letter and resume to Yvonne Tello at ytello@tgrfoundation.org