College Readiness Counselor

Reporting to the Director of College Readiness, the College Readiness Counselor is responsible for providing academic counseling, coaching, and advocacy to a cohort of up to 36 high school students, and for engaging with the parents/caregivers of these students to ensure they have accurate information needed to support their student’s progress. The College Readiness Counselor meets regularly with each scholar to review progress towards goals, documenting meetings and helping scholars troubleshoot barriers or problems as needed; supports students to identify enrichment and leadership opportunities aligned with their interests and goals; and contributes to the development and delivery of programmatic activities and events. The services and supports the College Readiness Counselor provides are designed to support scholars’ holistic development, enhance their academic profile, and cultivate lifelong leadership skills.

Organization Name: 
Emily Krzyzewski Center
Career Level: 
Mid-career
Salary range: 
Mid $50K
Job Type: 
Full Time
Location: 
Triangle Area NC
County: 
Durham County
Organization Type: 
Nonprofit
Category: 
How to Apply: 

Submit one document that includes your resumé and cover letter to the attention of Ms. Nikole Nickerson at jobs@emilyk.org with position title (“College Readiness Counselor”) in the subject line. Priority deadline is April 22, 2024. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. For more information visit www.emilyk.org.

Salary and Benefits: 

Comprehensive and competitive salary and benefits package