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KPA empowers students to reclaim their education by offering flexible, personalized pathways that meet students where they are, preparing them for graduation and future success. This role supports students in exploring college and career pathways, setting academic goals, removing barriers to education and high school graduation.

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Kalamazoo Prep Academy is seeking a College and Career Readiness Mentor to join our Mission Team. This role supports students in exploring college and career pathways, setting academic goals, removing barriers to education and high school graduation.This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about mentoring students and helping young people overcome challenges to build meaningful futures.RESPONSIBILITIES Assist students on career exploration, college access and employability skills Work as part of the Mission Team to help students set academic goals and stay on track for graduation Assist students with Educational Development Plans (EDPs) and career planning using Xello (no experience with Xello needed) Support post-secondary transitions including FAFSA, scholarships, and college enrollment steps Build partnerships with colleges, employers, and community organizations Organize and supervise college visits, career events, and job exploration opportunities Connect students with community resources that help remove barriers to education Track student progress and maintain records Assist with transportation of students to school, college visits, career events, and related activitiesQualifications Bachelor’s degree preferred Experience working with youth or at-risk student populations preferred Strong communication and relationship-building skills Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team Valid driver’s license and ability to obtain a chauffeur’s license Successful completion of a background checkCompensation & Schedule Yearly salary: $42,000 Paid Time Off: 120 hours annually Schedule: Year-round position Summer Schedule: Three weeks off during the summer and Fridays off during summer monthsOur MissionKPA empowers students to reclaim their education by offering flexible, personalized pathways that meet students where they are, preparing them for graduation and future success.Join a team that believes in second chances and supports every student on their path to graduation.Company Benefits:<ul><li>Health Insurance: Medical, Vision, & Dental Plans</li><li>8% 401(k) company match</li><li>Life, ADD, STD, LTD 100% paid by the employer</li><li>Voluntary Plans Available</li></ul>For more information on Kalamazoo Prep Academy, please visit our website at <a href="https://covenantacademies.org/kalamazoo/" rel="nofollow">https://kalamazooprepacademy.org/</a>. CS Partners/Partner Solutions provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, genetic information,  military or veteran status, sexual orientation and gender identity or expression, marital status, familial status, height, weight, or any other protected status under federal, state or local laws.

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