EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• 48 college credit hours or a passing score on the ParaPro test
• Six (6) months of related experience

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• The job occasionally requires light physical exertion including walking, standing, motor vehicle operation and other forms of light physical activity.
• The job occasionally requires a moderate level of physical exertion such as handling medium weight materials (11-50 pounds), extensive standing, walking, crawling, bending, stooping or climbing, or assisting special education students with their physical needs.
• Work is carried out in an agreeable environment as generally represented by normal office conditions and little or no unpleasant elements.
• Work is occasionally carried out in mildly disagreeable conditions. Work involves exposure to unpleasant elements such as noise, ventilation, crowded nature of work, exposure to outside weather conditions, pressures related to sensitive situations, sitting;/standing in one position for an extended period of time, etc., that yield a perceptible level of discomfort.
• Typically involves contact with students, parents, teachers, principal, assistant principal and/or other staff members as well as community partners.

GENERAL PURPOSE

The College and Career Readiness Next Steps Advisor empowers students to explore, plan, and successfully transition into postsecondary pathways—whether that be college (including help with FAFSA & Scholarships), career training, military service, or entering the workforce. The coach/advisor provides individualized support, fosters a culture of readiness, and connects students with the resources, experiences, and guidance needed to make informed, confident decisions about their future.

OTHER POSSIBLE DUTIES

• Plan and manage event budgets including food, drinks, and prizes to increase student/family participation.
• Attend additional student or college-related meetings or functions as needed.
• Support schoolwide college and career initiatives as assigned by administration.