KIPP Forward Counselor

Alumni Support & Advising

• Provide individualized college and career advising to a caseload of KIPP SoCal alumni currently enrolled in 11th and 12th grade. 
• Guide students through career exploration using tools such as career assessments.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with students and their families to support their college & career planning 
• Maintain consistent communication with students through calls, texts, emails, virtual meetings, and in-person check-ins.
• Review and provide detailed feedback on college application materials, including personal statements, supplemental essays, and resumes.
• Deliver advising in various settings: one-on-one (virtual or in-person), small group workshops, and high school classroom presentations.

Data Management & Strategic Advising

• Enter and update student data weekly on the KIPP Alumni Database to track engagement and college planning milestones
• Analyze trends in student data to inform interventions, advising strategies, and prioritize outreach.
• Help students build balanced and personalized college lists using KIPP data tools, aligning with academic fit, financial aid eligibility, and career goals.
• Stay informed on college access trends, financial aid updates, and postsecondary program options; share relevant findings and recommend strategies for student success.

Project and Relationship Management

• Collaborate closely with KIPP Forward teammates supporting students at the middle school and postsecondary level to ensure aligned services.
• Attend and support regional KIPP SoCal and KIPP Forward events such as career events, family workshops, and alumni gatherings.
• Establish and maintain strong working relationships with high school counselors, college access partners, and local community organizations on behalf of KIPP Forward.

You’ll be qualified if you have

• Unquestioned commitment to educational equity, youth, and KIPP SoCal’s mission
• Bachelor’s degree and at least one year experience providing direct advising to high school students
• Familiarity with the challenges and opportunities for first-generation college students
• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, and the ability to connect authentically with people from diverse backgrounds
• Flexibility and a solution-oriented mindset
• Ability and willingness to travel to school sites within Los Angeles
• Flexibility to work evening hours and weekends as necessary

Compensation and Benefits

• Hourly rate for this role ranges from $27.00-$27.50 per hour. This is a full-time, non-exempt role.
• 100% of healthcare premium costs covered by employer, dependents added at 50% of cost
• KIPP SoCal life insurance
• 401(k) plan with up to 6% match by KIPP SoCal
• Voluntary Benefits (Supplemental Life, Accident, Short Term Disability, etc.)
• Other great benefits (Flexible spending account, EAP, etc.)

Please note:

• Deadline to apply: Monday, September 28th