College Advisor
Core
Guide non-traditional adult learners through the college admissions process, including essay editing, college selection, and financial aid applications.
Role type
Part-time College Advisor (College Access)
Builds
Post-secondary access services for adult learners
Domain
Higher Education / College Access / Adult Education
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
College admissions counseling, essay editing, financial aid application processing (FAFSA/TAP), workshop facilitation, community outreach, record keeping
Preferred skills
Multilingual communication, multicultural environment collaboration
Technologies
FAFSA, TAP, CUNY/SUNY application systems
Responsibilities
Assist participants with post-secondary applications and college enrollment; Support essay revision and college major selection; Provide workshops on career exploration and financial aid; Recruit participants through outreach events; Maintain accurate participant records; Coordinate intake process
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC