Kentucky Council on Postsecondary Education

GEAR UP Kentucky College and Career Coach

Hiring four positions: Frankfort High School, Bath County High School, Bourbon County High School, Pendleton County High School
Primary working conditions: Works primarily in assigned school building(s) or district(s) with infrequent in-state travel required.
Position:  Interim state employment, mid-August through mid-May.

Overview

GEAR UP Kentucky (GUK) College & Career Coaches (CCC) serve as advisors to a cohort(s) of GEAR UP students and families in a participating high school during the academic year. The anticipated contract timeframe for 2024-2025 will be (August 16, 2024 –May 15, 2025).

Coaches collaborate with school and GUK staff to assist students and their families in making meaningful connections between school, work, and career and college options and pathways. Coaches work with their District Program Manager (DPM) and School Site Teams to deliver a structured curriculum, provide individualized student and family advising, coordinate and implement GUK services and events.

Coaches will have access to multiple professional development and networking opportunities related to the education sector. Some in-state and overnight travel is expected to attend GUK-sponsored trainings, meetings, and conferences. Candidates will complete all required trainings and background checks required by the school district in which they serve.

Duties and Responsibilities

Instruction & Service Delivery

Program and Relationship Management

Student Monitoring and Advising

Professional Development

Minimum Training and Experience

Successful applicants will demonstrate the following:

Salary and Benefits

Interim Full-Time Benefits and Pay Scale

Interim Part-Time Benefits and Pay Scale

Application Information

Interested applicants should send a letter of application specifically addressing the responsibilities and qualifications of the position and indicating the school(s) interested in serving, a resume, and the names, titles, and contact information for at least three professional references to:

Kandi Neal, Human Resources
Kentucky Council on Postsecondary Education
CPE.HR@ky.gov

Last Updated: 6/24/2024