College Student Support Specialist

. Develop action plans each semester that addresses each student’s goals as they relate to their transition into college .

Posted 4/21/2026full-timeLowell • Massachusetts • 🇺🇸 United StatesEntry Level💰 $26 - $29 per hourWebsite

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop action plans each semester that addresses each student’s goals as they relate to their transition into college
Provide 1:1 coaching to develop and support concrete goals in areas of higher education and independent living to meet each student's unique needs and encourage independence in all phases of the student’s program
Support the student with executive functioning skills such as time management, organization, scheduling, etc.
Identify potential barriers and problem-solve around them with students and college staff
Create a supportive environment between the college and the student
Advocate for the student by identifying their needs and explain them to college staff
Maintain ongoing documentation related to monitoring and evaluating client progress on goals
Communication with referring agencies and program manager including monthly notes, weekly check-ins, and identifying and problem-solving challenges with clients
Assist students with navigating online learning platforms including, but not limited to Blackboard, Canvas, and Moodle
Help students understand the current college culture and expectations

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in related field required; and/or Master's degree in related field
Experience with young adults with disabilities preferred
Knowledge of pertinent academic areas and learning situations including but not limited to secondary educational systems such as Blackboard, Moodle, Canvas, etc.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Teams) and Zoom video conferencing
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
TB test and health documentation clearing for work
COVID-19 vaccine (strongly preferred due to campus policies)

Comp & perks

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Hard Skills & Tools

coachingexecutive functioning skillstime managementorganizationschedulingproblem-solvingdocumentationnavigating online learning platforms

Soft Skills

communicationadvocacyinterpersonal skills

Certifications

Bachelor's degreeMaster's degreeTB test clearanceCOVID-19 vaccine