Elgin Community College
Location
Elgin, Illinois
Salary
$20 - $27 / HOUR
This role involves providing individualized support to grant program students to ensure successful transition to high school graduation and post-secondary opportunities, managing a caseload for specific middle and/or high schools within the ECC district service area, focusing on low-income and first-generation students. Duties include recruiting students, maintaining regular contact for support and resources, monitoring progress using school data, and creating individualized support plans.
Candidates must possess an Associate's degree or equivalent experience, along with a strong aptitude and passion for working with middle and high school students and families, especially those who are low-income or first-generation. Essential skills include proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, strong organizational abilities, excellent interpersonal skills, and working proficiency in both English and Spanish communication.
Elgin Community College serves over 9,000 students at every stage of their educational journeys, including university transfer programs, career and technical education, continuing education classes, and adult basic education. As a community, we pride ourselves on nurturing a welcoming campus where every person—students, staff members, faculty members, and campus visitors—feels valued. The work of each ECC employee is central to the college’s mission, and as an employer, the college fosters a positive environment through professional challenges, excellent benefits, and opportunities for recognition and camaraderie.
This is a Part-Time Support Staff position at grade 12, with an hourly pay rate of $19.96 to $26.61 The offer will be based on education and experience, in alignment with the College’s compensation philosophy and the current Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), if applicable.
An employee in this classification performs work of moderate difficulty by providing individualized support to participating grant program students to ensure successful transition to high school, graduation from high school, and transition to their selected post-secondary opportunities. Work is distinguished by the ability to manage a caseload for specific middle and/or high schools in the ECC district 509 service area, serving low-income and first-generation students. General supervision is received by the assigned manager.
1. Bachelor degree
2. Experience working with communities in the Elgin Community College District 509 service region preferred.
1. Perform other job-related duties as assigned which pertain to the job description. 2. Ability to work a flexible schedule which includes days/evenings/weekends as needed by the department.
Physical Demands: Light (up to 25 lbs occasionally, or 10 lbs frequently)
Close visual acuity (e.g. computer, assembly)
Work Environment: Moderate noise
Environmental Conditions: Typical office or administrative
The initial posting date for this position is 01/14/2026. Elgin Community College Support Staff Association (SSECCA) members that apply by 01/21/2026 and meet the posted minimum qualifications will receive full consideration.
Elgin Community College does not discriminate, or tolerate discrimination, against any member of its community on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex/gender/gender identity, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law in matters of admissions, employment, or in any aspect of the educational programs or activities it offers.
In addition, Elgin Community College provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to ensure equal access and equal opportunities with regard to employment practices, educational opportunities, and programs and services. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the College’s EEO/AA Officer. Determinations on request for a reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
Market context
In Illinois, post-secondary success coach roles are often tied to schools and community programs serving middle and high school students, with demand shaped by support for low-income and first-generation families. This role is competitive because employers look for an associate’s degree or equivalent experience, strong family engagement skills, and comfort with Microsoft Office and student-support systems. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then tailor your application to show experience guiding students through planning, outreach, and follow-up.
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