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College Transfer Advisor (Bard High School Early College Baltimore)

Employer
Bard High School Early College Baltimore
Location
Maryland, United States
Salary
Salary Not Specified
Date posted
Sep 23, 2021
The Bard Early Colleges, tuition-free, satellite campuses of Bard College operated through partnerships with public school systems, are founded on the belief that many high-school-age students are eager and ready for the intellectual challenges of a college education.

Employer Website: http://apply.interfolio.com/90428
Bard High School Early College (BHSEC) Baltimore, a partnership between Bard College and the Baltimore City Public Schools (BCPS) in Baltimore, Maryland, invites applications for a full-time staff position College Transfer Advisor, beginning as soon as possible (October / November 2021).

The Bard early colleges enable intellectually curious students to complete a high school diploma and an Associate of Arts degree from Bard College within four years of study. The academic program emphasizes small classes and a commitment to teaching a diverse student body. Most students will be the first in their families to attend college.

Reporting to the Principal, the College Transfer Advisor manages the school’s overall college advising program. The position serves all four grade levels but has a particular emphasis on students in grades 11 and 12.

Responsibilities include:
  • Implementing a comprehensive postsecondary advising program that differentiates guidance for students pursuing two-year colleges, four-year colleges, military service, trade schools, and/or entry into the workforce;
  • Teaching a weekly advisory class to students in eleventh and twelfth grades, including grading duties;
  • Scheduling workshops, visits, on-site admissions, and other opportunities with college admissions representatives and representatives from other postsecondary options;
  • Managing the timely submission of college admissions documents such as transcripts, recommendation letters, etc. and train faculty and staff in the systems for doing so;
  • Ensuring timely FAFSA submission by graduating students, and offer support opportunities to families to complete it;
  • Organizing two out-of-state college trips;
  • Holding individual student advising meetings;
  • Tracking and analyzing relevant postsecondary attainment data;
  • Coordinating commencement logistics;
  • Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
  • The successful applicant will have:
  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Experience with college admissions processes and requirements
  • Knowledge of postsecondary opportunities in addition to colleges/universities
  • Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with students, families, faculty, staff, and partners
  • Experience with the FAFSA, Common Application, and Naviance are preferred
  • Experience with college advising for first-generation college-bound students is preferred

Application Instructions
Please upload a résumé, cover letter, and a list of 3 references through the Interfolio job application link provided here: http://apply.interfolio.com/90428

Questions
Inquiries about vacant positions can be submitted to Dr. Francesca Gamber, Principal, at fgamber@bhsec.bard.edu.

Review of applications to begin immediately.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Bard College is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome applications from those who contribute to our diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, mental, or physical disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, familial status, veteran status, or genetic information.

Bard is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for all individuals in employment practices, services, programs, and activities.

AA/EOE

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