26-27 Post Secondary Success Coordinator -… at Carmen… · Milwaukee

BACKGROUND

Carmen Schools of Science & Technology is a network of high-performing charter schools in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, serving students in grades 6–12. We believe all students can succeed in college, build meaningful careers, contribute to their communities, and lead fulfilling family lives. We focus on academic excellence, community engagement, and student leadership, with a commitment to equity at the core of our mission.

POSITION SUMMARY

Carmen Schools seeks knowledgeable and enthusiastic candidates for a Post-Secondary Success Coordinator. The Post-Secondary Success Coordinator is the ideal position for an individual with a deep belief in the mission of Carmen and a passion for supporting students. The Post-Secondary Success Coordinator works directly with high school students as they complete their senior year and transition to the post-secondary planning while also implementing an alumni support program that focuses on assisting and ensuring Carmen graduates successfully matriculate to and graduate from college. The majority of the direct work with high school students would focus on upperclassmen through grade-level seminar, a regular class that alternates between a post-secondary planning workshop and study hall. The College and Career team help students make informed decisions about college, career, and life after high school and align advising to students’ unique goals.

Employment Status: Full Time 12 Months

Location: Northwest Campus

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES

1. Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university required
2. Eligibility to work in the United States on a full-time basis
3. Excellent written and verbal communication skills
4. Exceptional organizational ability and the ability to perform well under pressure and to meet deadlines
5. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to respond effectively to the needs of a diverse student and family population
6. Tracking and analyzing individual and cohort student metrics for planning and interventions
7. Ability to exercise both discretion and transparency and uphold the highest ethical standards
8. Sensitivity, openness, and approachability; ability to process feedback
9. Two years related professional experience; preference for college admission experience and/or college counseling and/or high school teaching experience
10. Commitment to Carmen’s mission, values and organizational success

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Build and maintain meaningful student and alumni relationships
• Work directly with students one-on-one, in small groups, and the classroom setting to help them maximize opportunities for post-secondary planning
• Advise and advocate for students throughout college application, matriculation, persistence and graduation, including financial aid
• Serve as a general resource for students, families, and staff regarding post-secondary options
• Co-plan and teach seminar at least three days per week
• Help plan and implement parent workshops
• Maintain accurate and complete records for students and alumni
• Coordinate, chaperone, and lead college campus visits for students including summer visits for enrolling students and campus visits for alumni as scheduling allows
• Attend and participate in staff meetings, team meetings, and campus events
• Work collaboratively with other College and Career Team members to support student exploration and postsecondary planning
• Pursue professional development opportunities in or out of school; display a willingness and ability to grow, learn, and practice self-reflection

Culture and Mission Alignment

• In collaboration with the School Leadership Team, execute all school duties and responsibilities in alignment with the Carmen mission, vision, and goals
• Model and cultivate Carmen’s values of empathy, belief, and growth in every interaction
• Foster a reflective, feedback-driven staff culture grounded in equity, excellence, and belonging
• Build trusting relationships with students, families, and staff
• Engage in difficult conversation and hold adults and students accountable to values-aligned behaviors, norms, and expectations
• Follow through on commitments and focus on results
• Participate in other school-related activities and duties, as needed

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The position will work predominantly Monday – Friday at their assigned location.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Carmen Schools also offers excellent health and worksite benefits, free life insurance, free employee assistance program (EAP), free short-term disability insurance, 403b retirement plan with match, flexible spending accounts, and generous paid time off.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Carmen complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination. We are committed to equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, gender, disability, genetic information, marital status, age, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, lay-off, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.

Carmen expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Any actions or behaviors that create an uncomfortable work environment and prohibit an employee to perform their expected duties will not be tolerated.