A Better Chance FoundationNortheast Region Program Associate
Aug. 2012 - Jul. 2013Greater New York City AreaAdmissions and Placement Develop and maintain relationships with a network of representatives from schools, churches, civic and community-based organizations, alumni and other volunteers through meetings and Information Sessions to assist in the identification of prospective student applicants Lead the coordination of Interview Days, Testing Days and other recruitment activities (5-7 weekends during the application season) Facilitate feeder school visits, Information Sessions, and other forms of outreach Spearhead the distribution of applications and communication materials for programs administered by A Better Chance Ensure completion of applications by working with applicants and their families Read and evaluate student applications Student/Family Support Develop and implement student support events and activities including Parents-as-Partners meetings, Scholar Ambassadors Program, End-of-the-Year celebrations, and other Scholar activities as appropriate Assist in the coordination and facilitation of conferences and other student support activities, including the New Enrolled Scholars Orientations Develop strong relationships with Member Schools’ staff through site visits and correspondence to promote positive Member School relations, assess school climate, provide student support and increase placements Processing Coordinate all standardized testing for region - Register students, order testing materials and process tests Assist in administrative tasks including data entry, answering phones, making copies, scheduling meetings etc. on an as-needed basis Assist with special projects as needed within the organization