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Grand Rapids Community College High School Partnerships:StudentNavigator,MiddleCollegeProgram in Grand Rapids, Michigan
High School Partnerships:StudentNavigator,MiddleCollegeProgram
Job Information
High School Partnerships: Student Navigator, Middle College Program
Job ID: 1586
October 25, 2023
Department: High School Partnerships K-12
Employee Group: https://www.grcc.edu/faculty-staff/human-resources/employee-groups-resources/employee-groups/contingent-employees
Schedule: Contingent
Compensation: $19.22/hour
Benefits: No Benefits
Reports to: Director of High School Partnerships
Posting Closes: Open until filled
SUMMARY
The Student Navigator will serve as a resource and mentor for students enrolled in the Middle College programs through GRCC as part of a 13th year high school cohort model. This position requires active support and guidance for students as they transition into a collegiate environment. The Student Navigator will encourage and develop a college readiness skillset to improve success and retention.
The Navigator will maintain regular contact with students and serve as a liaison between faculty and administration at the high school and the High School Partnerships Team.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
• Provide onsite support for middle college students at the High School location. • Mentor middle college students to support student retention and completion rates. • Input and report student data, providing weekly reports to High School Partnerships Team. • Address student needs or challenges in response to early alert reports. • Upon request, develop strategies that support students who demonstrate at risk behaviors. • Assist in connecting students to college resources for academic and service support. • Maintain appropriate documentation and notes of student interactions, referrals, and resources. • Monitor and track student program success. • Recruit and promote program at outreach and community events. • Assist with test proctoring and application processing as needed. • Facilitate student mentor meetings. • Coordinate semester celebration activities for middle college students. • Participate in department meetings as needed. • Regular attendance during normal scheduled hours is required. • Other duties as assigned by the High School Partnerships Team.
JOB SPECIFICATIONS
Education Credentials
• Associate's Degree Required; Bachelor's Degree Preferred
Work Experience
• Prior experience working with high school students preferred. • Proven student support services and experience with participants with diverse backgrounds and barriers. • Experience with at-risk and underrepresented populations preferred. • Knowledge of data reporting systems, experience with data tracing and preparing reports.
Skills
• Ability to relate to diverse high school student populations. • High level of energy, enthusiasm, and the ability to be innovative and creative. • Ability to organize work, handle multiple tasks, and meet timelines in a multi-project environment. • Ability to work independently and collaboratively. • Proficient in use of electronic student information systems (PeopleSoft), Microsoft Office (especially Excel), and other Internet applications preferred. • Self-motivated with the ability to work with minimal supervision. • Experience with data tracking and preparing reports. • Ability to maintain a positive customer and student-oriented approach in a demanding work environment. • Strong interpersonal skills. • Proven experience working with diverse populations both with individuals and groups. • Compliance with FERPA guidelines. • Understanding of the mission and philosophy of middle college.
Physical Demands
• The position requires long