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College and Career Coordinator

KidWorks Community Development Corporation

Job Description

Job Description

Reporting to the College and Career Director, the College and Career Coordinator develops and implements a college preparation curriculum for high school seniors, most of whom would be first-generation college students. The Coordinator also leads after-school classes and events for seniors, manages the Mentor Program, and coordinates with volunteers. Responsibilities include staying updated on college admissions and financial aid, organizing college exposure activities, and supporting students and parents through the admissions process.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

PROGRAM IMPLEMENTATION

  • Develop, lead, and implement the year-round College Apps Academy curriculum to high school seniors at KidWorks and potentially other community partners.
  • Lead 12th grade class on designated days during after-school programs as well as high school Senior events throughout the year.
  • Lead KidWorks Mentor Program. Execute mentor onboarding, interviews, and training. Recruit KW student mentees.
  • Partner with the Volunteer Department to provide mentor/mentee matches for KidWorks youth and host monthly mentee check-ins.
  • Oversee Career Pathway programs for KidWorks youth in collaboration with partner organizations.

RESOURCING & ENGAGEMENT

  • Keep up-to-date information re: University of California, Cal State, Community College, and Financial Aid.
  • Work with Director to coordinate college exposure activities, such as college visits and college exposure activities.
  • Support in educating students and parents about colleges, the admissions process, FAFSA, and testing.
  • Identify key college scholarship opportunities for students.
  • Provide referrals to support services, job postings, internships, and college information.

COLLEGE & CAREER READINESS

  • Lead and implement KidWorks signature Campus Crash event (for elementary through HS youth), in collaboration with key departments and partners.
  • Provide opportunities for students to explore various careers through Career Day and Career of the Monthly events (for middle and high school youth).
  • Collaborate with Site Supervisors to support college readiness programming at all KidWorks locations, as needed and directed.

STUDENT SUPPORT

  • Support youth activities, including but not limited to Youth Nights, Holiday Events, Summer Programs and Youth Overnight Event.
  • Provide direct support of youth through developmental relationships.
  • Maintain positive interpersonal relationships with parents and guardians.
  • Follow health and safety protocols for staff and students.
  • Create a sense of community by exemplifying and communicating KidWorks vision, mission, values and traditions.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.

VOLUNTEER SUPPORT

  • Provide guidance and direction to volunteers to assist them in their volunteer duties.
  • Foster developmental relationships between volunteers and students.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required to

perform the job successfully.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university

• Two to four-year experience in an equivalent or related position working with youth

SKILLS/REQUIREMENTS

▪ Ability to relate to young people by earning their respect and trust

▪ Passion for KidWorks mission and ability to articulate this passion to others

▪ Demonstrated commitment to the values of diversity, inclusiveness, equity, and empowerment

▪ Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

▪ Excellent writing, communications and interpersonal skills

▪ Strong interpersonal skills, cultural humility, and cross-cultural communication skills across various

demographic audiences

▪ Strong planning, organization and time management skills

▪ Detail oriented with the ability to work under pressure and prioritize competing demands and meet deadlines

▪ Exhibit resourcefulness in meeting the goals of the position

▪ Knowledge and awareness of the first-generation college student experience

▪ Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Publisher)

▪ Valid drivers’ license and willing to drive students in a company van on occasion

▪ Covid-19 completed vaccination

\nCompany Description

KidWorks, a well-respected community development organization located in central Santa Ana, restores at-risk neighborhoods one life at a time and serves over 800 children, youth, and parents every week through preschool, after-school tutoring and enrichment, leadership development, and community engagement and advocacy. To learn more, please visit

Company Description

KidWorks, a well-respected community development organization located in central Santa Ana, restores at-risk neighborhoods one life at a time and serves over 800 children, youth, and parents every week through preschool, after-school tutoring and enrichment, leadership development, and community engagement and advocacy. To learn more, please visit

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