College & Career Intervention Coach at Wellspring Preparatory High School

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Located in Grand Rapids, MI, Wellspring Preparatory High School opened in 2010 and serves students 9-12. At Wellspring Prep, you can connect passion with purpose.

Why Choose Wellspring Preparatory High School

• Student-Centered Approach: Focused on individual student growth and potential, creating a supportive and engaging learning environment.
• High Standards: Recognized as a Top 5 Charter High School in Michigan by prestigious rankings (US News & World Report and Niche College Board), demonstrating commitment to educational excellence.
• Professional Development: Offer extensive mentorship from experienced staff and personalized coaching opportunities, supporting continuous professional growth for educators.
• Building Culture: Emphasis on mentorship and personalized development suggests a supportive workplace that values staff development and utilizes a Multi-Tiered System of Supports for staff and students.
• Opportunities to Lead: We have several different clubs and athletic teams for those interested in leading character and high achieving teams.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop activities and interventions to support the growth of student academic skills, soft skills, and career/college readiness skills; developing student mindsets and behaviors that lead to success.
• Collaborate with school staff and community stakeholders to define the needs and barriers facing students.
• Uphold the integrity of the college preparatory mission of the school by providing support, experiences, and resources that give students access to college opportunities.
• Host college representative visits, organize college campus visits and stay apprised of developments in college admission practices.
• Provide a variety of college advising services to students, including individual student meetings, classroom lessons, and college preparation events.
• Provide Tier 2 and Tier 3 interventions to ensure college going needs are met for first generation, and/or at-risk students.
• Coach students and families through the financial aid process, ensuring graduating students and their families complete FAFSA and understand the cost of college as well as the opportunities to make college more affordable.
• Track student college application progress, college acceptances, and scholarship awards.
• Provide required college application documents including transcripts, school profiles, and recommendations.
• Monitor student progress towards all required graduation outcomes.
• Additional fair share responsibilities as assigned.
• Light travel is required for professional development meetings and college campus visits.

Qualifications

• B.A. or higher, from an accredited college or university
• School Counselor License (SCL) or School Counselor Endorsement (NT) preferred (only required if state requires)
• Supervisory experience, preferred
• Knowledge of general computer systems and applications; ability to travel to regional professional development trainings; effective communication skills – in writing and in-person, ability to work independently and manage time and tasks, ability to collaborate with district and building colleagues, families, and community partners.

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