Staff Specialist - Post Secondary Advising SY 24-25

Baltimore City Public Schools - Baltimore, MD

Part-time - Entry Level

Baltimore, MD

Educational Services

About the position

The Staff Specialist for Post-Secondary Advisory will lead and coordinate post-secondary planning for high school students, focusing on both college and career pathways. This role aims to ensure that students have a structured plan to achieve their aspirations, collaborating with various stakeholders to foster a college-going culture and support students in their transition to post-secondary education or careers.

Responsibilities

• Participates in professional learning with the Office of College and Career Readiness to develop capacity regarding post-secondary planning and advising.
• Leads and coordinates college and career planning for individual students through collaboration with school counselors and career advisors.
• Provides support to the principal, school counselor, and other staff in developing and evaluating the implementation of school-based post-secondary programs and services.
• Creates and implements college and career pathways based on local workforce needs and current practices in college application processes.
• Works collaboratively with schools, community partners, and colleges to establish a college-going culture.
• Communicates accessibility to college, career, military, and financial aid information through reference materials and computer-based information systems.
• Serves as the school's dual enrollment administrator, supporting students' accelerated opportunities.
• Works closely with the Office of Teaching and Learning and the Office of Career Readiness to support college and career readiness standards.
• Serves as the school's Naviance administrator, maintaining up-to-date information.
• Promotes compliance with equal employment and non-discrimination policies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or institution of higher education.
• Three years of experience in working with college and/or career readiness and access programs.
• Knowledge and understanding of effective college and career readiness standards, strategies, policies, and procedures.
• Knowledge of current practices of college and career counseling.
• Effective leadership and management skills to increase outcomes for students.
• Experience in working with diverse populations.
• Proficient in the knowledge and use of technical computer applications, including Microsoft and Google Suites.
• Ability to prioritize responsibilities and meet established schedules, timelines, and deadlines.

Benefits

• Eligible for benefits as per the union information.