Educational Advisor (CTY Strategic Prog. and Partnerships)

• Establish strong mentoring relationships with students by providing guidance, encouragement, accountability, and support.

• Communicate regularly with students through virtual meetings, email, text messaging platforms, and other approved communication methods.

• Monitor student engagement and follow up with students who miss meetings or do not respond to outreach.

• Document student meetings, progress updates, and action plans.

• Maintain confidentiality of student records and follow all applicable university policies related to student privacy.

Academic Advising and Student Success (25%)

• Monitor student academic progress and support students in maintaining strong academic performance.

• Review report cards, transcripts, and academic records each grading period.

• Identify academic challenges early and provide proactive interventions for students experiencing academic difficulties.

• Develop academic improvement strategies with students, including goal setting, study plans, time management strategies, and academic resources.

• Initiate academic escalation procedures when students fall below program academic expectations.

• Maintain accurate records of grades, coursework, academic achievements, and standardized test scores.

• Advise students regarding course selection and encourage enrollment in appropriately rigorous academic opportunities.

• Other duties as assigned

College Readiness and Postsecondary Planning (25%)

• Guide students through all phases of college preparation, including

• College exploration and research.

• College list development.

• Application planning.

• Essay preparation.

• Scholarship research.

• Financial aid processes and appeals.

• Summer bridge programs.

• Support students in creating balanced college lists that include likely, target, and reach institutions.

• Help students identify colleges and programs aligned with their academic interests, career goals, and financial needs.

• Encourage participation in college visits, information sessions, fly-in programs, and summer bridge opportunities.

• Assist students with competitive applications, including reviewing essays, short responses, and application materials.

• Write recommendation letters for college admissions and scholarship opportunities as needed.

• Track student college applications, admissions outcomes, and enrollment decisions.

• Other responsibilities may be assigned, including serving on the committee for selecting new cohorts.

Enrichment, Leadership, and Career Exploration (10%)

• Participate in planning and execution of annual Leadership Conference.

• Support students in identifying extracurricular activities, leadership opportun