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AmeriCorps College Coach Position Open- Apply by 4/27

Hello UW School of Social Work,

My name is Kenton Westerfield and I am a currently serving at Lindbergh High School as an AmeriCorps College Coach with College Access Now (CAN). CAN is hiring 30 people to empower first generation and low income high school students in King County – starting in August 2018! If you are a graduating senior, this could be the position for you!

As Coaches, we provide crucial support to students as they navigate social and academic challenges of high school, while entering into the intimidating college search, application and enrollment processes. We need your help spreading the word to help us continue this work.

CAN is hiring Coaches to be placed at the following schools:

  • Nathan Hale High School
  • West Seattle High School
  • Chief Sealth International High School
  • Garfield High School
  • Franklin High School
  • Mt Rainier High School
  • Highline High School
  • Hazen High School
  • Lindbergh High School
  • Todd Beamer High School
  • Decatur High School

Why Serve with CAN? Coaches receive the benefit of a monthly stipend of $1370, an education award of $5,920, an ORCA card, 100% employer paid insurance, professional development and networking opportunities, and weekly trainings. This role is perfect for individuals interested in changing their career or those who have recently graduated college and are interested in supporting youth and gaining career experience in professional mentoring and college coaching. Refer to the attached position description or our FAQs here.

Find out more or apply today at collegeaccessnow.org/careers. Priority application deadline is April 27th. If you have any questions please reach out to Melissa at hiring@collegeaccessnow.org or 206-379-6854.

Do you know someone who would make a great fit for this program? Please forward this email to your friends, family, and co-workers. Thank you for sharing this opportunity!

Warmly,

Kenton Westerfield / 11th Grade AmeriCorps College Coach

Pronouns: They, Them, Theirs

Lindbergh High School

3211 Martin Luther King Jr Way S Suite A Seattle, WA 98144

(206) 900-5838 / www.collegeaccessnow.org

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