IS: Success Coordinator, REACH

Posting Summary:
REACH is in search of an Interim Student Success Coordinator.

Job Summary/Basic Function:
REACH at Teachers College, Columbia University works in partnership with schools to strengthen students’ academic, social-emotional, and wellness outcomes through a comprehensive community school model.

REACH is seeking a Success Coordinator Intern to support school-based efforts to improve student attendance, engagement, and connection to school. Working under the supervision of the Community School Director, the intern will work directly with a small group of students who are chronically absent or at risk of chronic absenteeism. The intern will help build positive relationships with students, monitor attendance patterns, conduct regular student check-ins, and support schoolwide strategies designed to encourage consistent attendance and student success.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities
Student Attendance & Success Support – 70%
- Develop supportive relationships with an assigned group of students who are chronically absent or at risk of chronic absenteeism.
- Greet and connect with students during arrival and other designated times during the school day.
- Conduct regular student check-ins to understand students’ experiences, strengths, needs, and potential barriers to attendance.
- Support attendance outreach to students and families under the direction of the Community School Director.
- Track student attendance and identify changes or patterns that may require additional support.
- Celebrate student attendance improvements and milestones.
- Assist with attendance incentives, recognition activities, and other strategies that promote a positive culture of attendance and belonging.
- Work collaboratively with the Community School Director and school-based staff to support student attendance, engagement, and success.

Data, Documentation & Communication – 20%
- Maintain accurate and confidential notes regarding student check-ins, attendance patterns, and supports provided.
- Assist with organizing and reviewing attendance data for assigned students.
- Provide regular updates to the Community School Director regarding student progress, concerns, and emerging needs.
- Participate in relevant attendance or student-support meetings as appropriate.
- Assist with preparing materials, communications, or resources related to attendance and student engagement.

REACH Program Support – 10%
- Support schoolwide attendance, belonging, and student-engagement activities.
- Assist with REACH student and family events as scheduling permits.
- Collaborate with REACH staff and school personnel to support a welcoming and engaging school environment.
- Perform other related duties appropriate to the internship as assigned.

Documents required for consideration:
- Resume
- Cover letter
*Applications with missing documents will not be considered

Please note:
*This position is not eligible for tuition credits.

Scheduling
Student work schedules are based on the needs of the department and the student’s academic schedule. Students should discuss their schedules with the hiring manager/supervisor during the interview process. Hiring managers/supervisors will make every attempt to accommodate students’ needs.

Work Limitations
During the academic year, students may not hold appointments or any combination of appointments totaling more than 27 hours per week (International students may work up to 20 hours). Interim Student (IS) may hold other non-exempt positions (i.e. FWS, CA, AF) and must not exceed the maximum total allowable 27 hours per week. IS cannot hold a TA or RA position simultaneously with their IS position.

Student Learning Outcomes
Student employees will have the opportunity to develop and/or build on the following competencies while working in this position:
- Career and Self-Development
- Leadership
- Professionalism
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Critical Thinking
- Technology (Software or equipment)

Minimum Qualifications:
- Must be a currently enrolled Teachers College graduate student.
- Interest in education, psychology, social work, counseling, public health, youth development, or a related field.
- Interest in working directly with children and/or adolescents.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and listening skills.
- Dependable, organized, and able to maintain student confidentiality.
- Ability to build positive relationships with students from diverse backgrounds.
- Comfortable using Google Workspace and/or Microsoft Office.
- Ability to work collaboratively with school and REACH staff.

Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous experience working with children or adolescents through tutoring, mentoring, after-school programs, camps, schools, community organizations, or similar settings.
- Graduate study or professional interests related to education, youth development, counseling, social work, psychology, or community engagement.
- Experience working in a school or youth-serving environment.
- Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

Salary Range:

$25/hr

Work Modality:

Student Employee - Onsite