Talent Search Advisor
Company: SDSU Research Foundation
Location: San Diego
Posted on: January 26, 2023
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Job Description:
The San Diego State University (SDSU) Talent Search Program is
an educational opportunity program housed within the Pre-College
Institute (PCI). PCI promotes college access and completion for
underserved students through excellence and innovation in
education. - Talent Search is funded by the Department of Education
to assist low-income, first-generation, culturally diverse high
school students as they prepare for postsecondary education. - -The
Talent Search program has an opening for a part-time advisor,
located at Lincoln and Crawford High Schools. This position will
require in-person work at least three days a week, with the option
to complete some - meetings and job tasks remotely. The position is
ideal for candidates currently in graduate school for education or
school counseling, or recent college graduates considering a career
in school counseling, teaching, or social work. Selected candidates
will receive ongoing training from staff experienced in college
guidance and student support, as well as professional development
opportunities based in reflective and restorative practices. -
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Under the supervision of the Director, Office of Community
Engagement, the Advisor will assist in the implementation of a
comprehensive program to ensure the effective delivery of
educational support services to low-income and/or potential
first-generation college-bound high school students. -Incumbent
must have a beginning knowledge of the principles, practices, and
procedures of student outreach services and six months experience
in working with diverse cultural groups in San Diego County. The
incumbent must demonstrate a beginning knowledge of: group and
individual behavior, individual counseling techniques, and
socio-cultural issues inherent to ethnic diversity. The position
involves advising for college access at Talent Search approved
schools by providing assistance in completing college applications
for admission, financial aid, housing, and special programs. The
incumbent will also advise students on meeting academic and
extra-curricular requirements for college access and will refer
students to appropriate supports such as additional tutoring.
-During the summer months, the incumbent will receive training and
will implement the project's Destination:College services.
-Participant Recruitment - 30 %
Minimum Qualifications & Education
Keywords: SDSU Research Foundation, San Diego , Talent Search Advisor, Other , San Diego, California
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