New City Kids has a proven track record of supporting and empowering young people to succeed academically. Over the last ten years, 100% of our teens have graduated from high school and 99% have immediately matriculated into college. Furthermore, 85% of our alumni have either already graduated from college or are on-track to graduate. The College Readiness Program no longer serves New City Kids teens exclusively. It has expanded to serve hundreds of high school students throughout Jersey City by conducting classroom visits in public schools throughout the city. 

As New City Kids’ collaboration with local high schools and nonprofits grows, an additional staff member is needed to ensure that the program runs efficiently and with excellence. This position requires 20 hours per week at various times. 

The College Readiness Assistant will report to the College Readiness Director to assist in achieving New City Kids goals by overseeing programming and ensuring ongoing support for students and parents. The Assistant will provide college readiness support within Jersey City High Schools, college advisement to seniors, and general administrative support. 

Responsibilities will include but are not limited to: