Quick Summary

The College Is Possible Training Director (Volunteer) is a mission-critical leadership role within the College Access Unit. You’ll design and deliver a modular, age-appropriate workshop curriculum that helps students explore colleges, complete applications, understand financial aid, and build the self-advocacy skills needed to thrive.

This is a remote-first role with virtual and hybrid delivery (Google Meet / Google Classroom). You’ll also train and coordinate a small support team of volunteers to keep delivery smooth and student-centered.

About Cougs 4 Kids | Believe in Me

Cougs 4 Kids, an initiative of Believe in Me, unites the passion of WSU alumni, student-athletes, and volunteers to empower youth across Washington State. We build confidence, character, and community— helping kids thrive while reinforcing a simple truth: they’re not alone on their journey.

Volunteer Role Overview

As Training Director, you lead the creation and delivery of interactive workshops covering: college exploration and application, FAFSA and financial aid, scholarship strategy, academic success planning, and transition-to-college self-advocacy.

What success looks like

• Clarity: students understand what to do next (and why it matters).
• Confidence: families feel supported navigating FAFSA and scholarships.
• Consistency: workshops are modular, repeatable, and easy to deliver at scale.
• Impact: outcomes are measured through participation, feedback, and stories.

Core Responsibilities

• Develop and manage a modular workshop curriculum aligned with key college readiness topics.
• Facilitate interactive virtual or hybrid workshops using Google Meet and Google Classroom.
• Train and oversee a small team of support volunteers (see roles below).
• Partner with the Scholarship & Financial Aid Director to ensure continuity of support for families.
• Ensure materials are inclusive, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive.
• Collaborate with high schools, TRIO programs, and college access partners across Washington State to tailor content and recruit participants.
• Monitor engagement, collect feedback, and track workshop outcomes.
• Report impact stories and metrics to leadership for storytelling and development.

Volunteer Roles You’ll Coordinate

You’ll lead a small “Cougar College Access Crew” with roles that may include:

• Curriculum Prep Volunteer: formats/uploads slide decks, worksheets, and guides.
• College Chat Co-Host: leads breakout conversations with students.
• Live Tech Assistant: ensures smooth delivery over Google Meet.
• Scholarship Guide: offers office hours or short Q&As on scholarships.
• Feedback Collector: gathers youth testimonials and post-session feedback.
• FAFSA Navigator (optional): provides virtual support for financial aid forms (certification helpful).

Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in college access, advising, youth development, or student support.
• Strong communication and facilitation skills—especially over virtual platforms.
• Familiarity with the college application process, FAFSA, and scholarship resources.
• Project management confidence and experience leading volunteers.
• Proficiency with Google Workspace (especially Google Classroom and Google Meet).
• A passion for empowering first-generation students and communities historically excluded from higher education.

Time Commitment

• Planning & Prep (Jan–June): ~5–10 hours/month
• Final 4 Weeks Before Camp: ~10 hours/week
• During Camp (July/Aug): Full-time for 5–7 days
• Post-Camp Debrief & Reporting: ~5 hours

Minimum one-year commitment is required.

Volunteer Requirements

• Minimum one-year commitment.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Background check and youth protection training.
• Completion of required training: Trauma-Informed Practices, Cultural Sensitivity, DEI Foundations, Youth Safety Protocols.

What You’ll Gain

• Executive-level leadership experience with a high-visibility initiative.
• Deep community engagement and mentorship impact.
• Feature stories in Cougs 4 Kids media and letters of recommendation.
• A role that changes lives—and leaves a legacy of possibility.

How to Apply

Send your resume and a brief letter of interest to [email protected]. Please include this subject line: “College Within Reach Training Director – College Access Unit”. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

Tip: In your note, share your experience with college advising/access programs, FAFSA, and virtual facilitation—plus any volunteer leadership you’ve done.

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