Regional College Access Coordinator – West TN

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Tennessee.

📋 Description

• Facilitate college access programs for students in grades 7–10 at Advise TN partner schools.

• Develop lessons and activities related to college access tailored for school environments.

• Cultivate relationships with Advise TN advisors and school personnel.

• Organize scheduling and logistics to ensure consistent program implementation across the region.

• Monitor participation and collect feedback to enhance programming quality.

• Assist in the formation and moderation of steering committees at partner high schools.

• Coordinate meetings, communications, logistics, agendas, and materials for the committees.

• Encourage stakeholder involvement in steering committee meetings.

• Establish connections with community leaders, organizations, and stakeholders.

• Represent Advise TN at community events and meetings.

• Identify partnership opportunities that promote student success.

• Support advisor-led Path to College Events, including planning, organization, coordination, and on-site assistance.

• Maintain knowledge of Tennessee’s college access landscape.

• Stay updated on federal and state college access policy changes.

• Engage with state and regional networks regarding emerging trends and best practices.

• Attend national conferences and professional events.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in education, counseling, social work, higher education, or a related field; Master’s Degree is preferred.

• Strong understanding of postsecondary education requirements, options, application processes, financial aid, and scholarship opportunities.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Proven ability to conduct impactful workshops and presentations.

• Outstanding community engagement abilities.

• Capacity to build meaningful relationships and foster positive connections with students, families, and partners.

• Effective program management skills, with a demonstrated history of developing processes and completing tasks timely and accurately.

• Ability to adapt swiftly with flexibility, creativity, and a collaborative mindset.

• Willingness to travel regularly and extensively.

• Must successfully pass Federal and State background checks.

• Evening and occasional overnight travel is necessary.

• Candidates should live in close proximity to one or more West Tennessee communities within the designated territory.

🏝️ Benefits

• Health insurance

• Dental insurance

• Life insurance

• Paid vacation

• Paid holidays