"Casey County High School AmeriCorps Ky College Coach"

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Position Information

Working Title
Casey County High School AmeriCorps Ky College Coach
Department
EngageKY
Compensation Title
AmeriCorps Ky College Coach
Position Number
30014154
Position Status
Grant, Temporary
Work Schedule
Dependent on school needs
Hours per Week
Per term of service
Months per Year
Academic year (Aug-July)
Purpose of Position
Join the Kentucky College Coaches on Campus program and make a direct impact on student success. As a College Coach (AmeriCorps Member), you will support high school students—especially those who are first-generation, low-income, minority, non-traditional, or have disabilities—as they transition to and persist through college. This role combines mentoring, advising, and career readiness support to ensure students stay on the path toward higher education.
Primary Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:

• Provide individualized mentoring and guidance on academic, social, and career planning
• Support students with time management, organization, and study strategies
• Help students apply to college, complete the FAFSA, and meet ACT college-readiness benchmarks
• Collaborate with teachers and counselors to implement tutoring and college-readiness plans
• Promote financial literacy, course planning, and college-bound curriculum
• Engage families and host college planning events like FAFSA or admissions nights
• Recruit community volunteers to assist with academic and career support
• Track student progress and outcomes related to college enrollment and persistence

Impact Goals:

• Increase college applications, FAFSA submissions, and ACT benchmark achievement
• Reduce the need for remedial college coursework
• Improve college enrollment and first-to-second-year persistence

Qualifications
Ideal Candidate:

• Passionate about education equity and student mentorship
• Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills
• Comfortable working with diverse populations
• Committed to full-time service through AmeriCorps

Minimum Education
Associate Degree
Preferred Education
Bachelor's Degree
Minimum Experience
Less than 1 year
Salary
$1,810.00 per month housing allowance
Pay Grade
UN
Posting Detail Information
Requisition Number
2025S2255
Job Open Date
08/18/2025
Quick Link
https://jobs.nku.edu/postings/15069