Become a College Success Coach

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College Success Coaches are responsible for providing ongoing support and communication to college students during their freshman and sophomore year by building a relationship based on open communication, encouragement, support and respect. Through communication and relationship building, it is important to emphasize the importance of setting goals and thinking about the big picture: college graduation. Your goal as a Pearl Club College Coach is to ensure students remain on the path to success and complete their first and second year of college.

Term: 1 year (2 years preferred)

College Coach Duties/Responsibilities include:

• Building a relationship with 1 - 3 first year college students using our framework for college success, regular meetings and ongoing communication through approved communication channels.

• Holding students accountable for their academic success by conducting guided check-ins and completion of college success goals

• Familiarization with mentees university resources and support services, being a bridge between The Pearl Club and each student to monitor their needs and provide the appropriate services and referrals

• Willingness to engage in activities based on individual needs (examples include: scholarship searches, resume review, reading essays and assignments, assisting with studying, etc.)

• Regular and scheduled communication with TPC to aid in dealing with posed challenges and support with meeting outcomes

• Completing reports to provide information and insight on individual student success

• Being mindful of not crossing boundaries and being proactive to build a strong, solid relationship

Position Requirements:

• Commitment to pre-scheduled check-in meetings with mentee and director of college success for at least one year

• A caring adult with a college degree and at least one year of on-campus experience

• Passion for helping young women succeed and a connection to our mission

• Be approved and selected to be a coach!

• Resilience

• Desire to build a relationship with a young person

• Willing and positive spirit

• Openness to cultural differences

• Good listening skills

• Patience

• Open personality and fun!

• Commitment

Application Process :

• Submit an online application

• Attend training and orientation in May

• Obtaining background check and child abuse clearance

• In-person interview