/POSITION: College & Career Readiness Coordinator

/ACCOUNTABLE TO: Director of Youth & Community Engagement

/CLASSIFICATION: Full Time, Salaried, Exempt

/SALARY: $52K - $57K + benefits

/OUR WHY

Life Remodeled works with communities and organizations to create neighborhood revitalization that lasts. Our unique model repurposes vacant school buildings into one-stop hubs of opportunity where families can thrive. We fill these hubs with the best and brightest nonprofit organizations and facilitate collaboration to create far greater life transformation together than was previously possible alone. Together, we ensure more:

1. Detroit students perform at/above grade level in math and reading
2. Families have access to essential health and wellness services
3. Community members obtain higher-paying jobs and achieve economic self-sufficiency

/THE OPPORTUNITY

Life Remodeled is seeking a College & Career Readiness Coordinator to help shape the future of Detroit’s students. This is a rare opportunity to be a mentor, connector, and advocate — guiding students toward college and career pathways that include opportunities in technology and beyond.

You’ll build impactful relationships with colleges and universities, scholarship programs, and industry leaders to ensure students are equipped — academically, professionally, and personally — to pursue their passions and thrive in a rapidly changing world.

If you're driven to make a lasting difference in Detroit neighborhoods, join us in creating bold futures for Detroit’s next generation.

/COMMITTED TO OUR CORE VALUES:

● Community First: We prioritize the expertise, desires, and needs of students and community residents in the neighborhoods where our projects are focused. Their ideas, hopes, and dreams matter most. Bottom line, no matter how awesome anyone thinks Life Remodeled projects are, they mean absolutely nothing if they don’t align with the values and ambitions of children, youth, and adults who make up the local community.

● Always Find a Way: Our annual goals are always nearly out of reach. Unforeseen circumstances happen. Things change, and we are not only flexible, but we find better solutions than ever before. Every day, we are innovating and creating a future that doesn’t yet exist. There is always a way, and our team is made of those who not only believe this, but they make it happen.

● Bold Humility: If you’re only bold, you’re a jerk. If you’re only humble, you’re a doormat. Wielding the balance of these two powerful attributes is what drives Team Life Remodeled to take the form of servant leaders, who value the needs of others over our own with confidence and determination. We embrace our weaknesses and limitations, and we know we all have blind spots. Therefore, we are life-long learners who see every encounter and every challenge as opportunities to learn and grow as human beings.

/ABOUT OUR PROGRAM

Life Remodeled youth programming focuses on innovative after-school programs designed to prepare middle and high school students in Detroit for successful college and career pathways in technology, esports, and digital industries. Through a structured, multi-year program, students begin in 6th grade and continue through 12th grade, with the goal of enrolling in a four-year college program in technology or a technology-related field.

The College & Career Readiness Coordinator will be responsible for developing and overseeing the program’s college preparation initiatives, including academic support, scholarship opportunities, and networking with Michigan-based colleges and universities that offer programs in esports, engineering, gaming, and technology majors.

/YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

College Readiness & Academic Support

• Design and implement a structured college readiness program for students from 6th to 12th grade, ensuring they develop strong academic and extracurricular profiles.
• Develop and manage a network of 5+ Michigan-based colleges and universities with strong esports, engineering, technology, and gaming programs.
• Host 6+ workshops to guide students through the college application process, including essay writing, recommendation letters, and financial aid applications.
• Organize 6+ college visits, information sessions, and campus tours to expose students to post-secondary options.
• Support the Life Remodeled Youth Alliance and Tech & Esports Cohorts with college and career readiness.

Career Exploration & Industry Partnerships

• Develop a structured career readiness curriculum that introduces students to career paths in technology, gaming, and digital industries.
• Build relationships with 5+ tech companies, startups, and esports organizations to provide students with internships, job shadowing, and networking opportunities.
• Organize and execute an annual Technology Career Day for 400+ high school students, featuring 20+ organizations to participate as guest speakers, industry panels, and college recruiters.
• Guide students through resume building and interview preparation.

Parental & School Engagement

• Engage with parents and guardians to educate them about college readiness, financial aid, and career opportunities.
• Work closely with school counselors and teachers to monitor student progress and provide targeted support when necessary.
• Facilitate 2+ parental workshops and presentations on college admissions, FAFSA, scholarships, and STEM career pathways.

Program Administration & Data Tracking

• Maintain detailed student records on academic progress, extracurricular involvement, and college/career milestones.
• Develop and manage a college application tracking system to monitor student submissions, acceptances, and scholarships.
• Provide reports on program outcomes, highlighting student success stories and areas for improvement.

/YOU MAY BE THE IDEAL CANDIDATE IF:

• You have a strong affinity and love for youth and children, and desire to see them thrive.
• You have at least 3 years of relevant experience working with youth and children.
• You have a bachelor’s degree in higher education, social work, nonprofit administration, or a relevant field.
• You have a passion for youth development, college access, and technology education.
• You have strong knowledge of college admissions processes, scholarships, and financial aid (FAFSA, grants, merit aid, etc.).
• You have the ability to develop structured college and career readiness programs tailored to middle and high school students.
• You have excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple students, applications, and deadlines.
• You have strong communication and relationship-building skills with students, families, educators, and corporate partners.
• You have knowledge of STEM and college and career pathways.
• You have some familiarity with academic data tracking and student success metrics.
• You have experience in college advising, academic coaching, career counseling, or student success programs.

/HOW TO APPLY

This role is critical in shaping the future of Detroit’s students, ensuring they have the academic and professional foundation to thrive in college and beyond. If you are driven by mentorship, education, and technology, we encourage you to apply!

Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter outlining their experience and passion for college and career readiness to Stepha’N Quicksey, Youth & Community Engagement Director, at stephan@liferemodeled.org.