Summary New Visions for Public Schools is seeking two College Ready Academy (CRA) Peer Advisors to serve as a vital support system for students in the CRA, facilitating access to college and a smooth transition to postsecondary journey.
As a CRA Peer Advisor, you will leverage your training and experience as a postsecondary coach or advisor to provide actionable guidance to high school students.
You will work closely with program leadership and school counselors to engage and outreach to students, manage student caseloads, facilitate workshops, and provide direct academic and advising support.
This role operates on a cyclical calendar to meet students' changing needs: Fall Semester: Focused on college list-building, essay support, and intensive financial aid application support including families.
Spring Semester: Shifts focus to award letter comparison, scholarship procurement, and navigating "senioritis" to ensure students are fully prepared for college enrollment.
2 positions: one based in the Bronx (Roosevelt Education Campus) and one based in Brooklyn (Prospect Heights Educational Campus) Schedule This is a part-time, temporary, hourly position from September 2026 to June 2027, with a possible extension into the summer.
It is not eligible for benefits, holiday pay, or Paid Time Off (PTO) beyond what is required under NYC law.
It requires a consistent weekly commitment, including on-site work every Tuesday and Thursday afternoon (typically 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM), plus hybrid/virtual availability on Mondays, Wednesdays, and some Saturdays.
Hours
- Up to 20 hours per week
- Schedule:
- In-person:
- Tuesdays and
- Thursdays (1pm - 6:30pm) in-person at high school hub
- Co-planning:
- Mondays (1:00 PM – 4:00 PM) at (hybrid; in-person at
- New
- Visions
- Virtual: Wednesdays and Saturdays (3-hour block) Office hours or evenings Monthly workshops Chaperone events such as city-wide college fairs on the weekends
- Essential
- Job
- Functions: Advising & Financial Aid Expertise Provide granular, step-by-step guidance on complex college applications and financial aid milestones, including:
- Applications: College list-making, college applications, FAFSA, NYS TAP, and DreamTAP application completion.
- Advanced
- Planning: CSS Profile requirements (where applicable) and application navigation for Opportunity Programs (ASAP, SEEK, EOP, HEOP).
- Decision
- Support: Award letter comparison and final commitment guidance. Outreach, Case
- Management &
- Collaboration
- Relationship
- Building
- Caseload
- Management: Maintain the integrity of the shared student tracker by documenting every advising interaction, milestone progress, and case note. Participate in weekly caseload reviews with the Program Lead to identify opportunities for students and to outreach to "at-risk" students who may need additional support.
- Program
- Operations
- College
- Now &
- Academic
- Support: Provide on-site support during the
- College
- Now program (Tuesdays &
- Thursdays, 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM), including facilitating study halls, managing classroom logistics (laptop carts/setup), and creating a welcoming environment. Will also help manage dinners for students on site for College Now.
- Seamless
- Enrollment &
- Persistence
- Summer
- Melt
- Prevention:
- Lead transition efforts during the critical post-graduation period: monitor student enrollment status, assist with housing/deposit questions, and ensure students complete all pre-college requirements (e.g., orientation, course registration).
- Virtual
- Advising:
Teamwork
Excellent interpersonal and teaming skills.
Proactive
Communication: Ability to identify challenges early — whether with an individual student or a new program — and manage up by flagging concerns to supervisors with clarity and appropriate urgency.
Collaboration
Ability to interface effectively with diverse constituencies, including students, families, and New Visions staff.
Flexibility
Willingness to grow and support as this new pilot program develops including ability to navigate new processes, provide feedback and be adaptive as we make program refinements. Physical Requirements Ability to travel onsite to NYC public schools Ability to traverse a school environment, including accessing multiple floors, to attend meetings and facilitate learning activities Ability to traverse an office environment to attend meetings and interact with colleagues Ability to operate a computer and other relevant technology, such as phones, screens, printers, and tablets Ability to carry up to 10 pounds (such as for a laptop and carrying case) The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. These statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position. Pay Rate $22 per hour
Who We Are
For over three decades, New Visions for Public Schools has played a central role in improving the quality of New York City public schools and removing barriers to the success of low-income students and students of color. We provide educators with the tools, resources, and supports to build and continuously improve strong and responsive systems—through investments in curriculum, technology, student planning tools, and innovative college and career preparatory programs. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement New Visions believes that our teams are most effective when they include representation from the diverse communities we serve, as their perspectives are critical to the work we do. Diversity, equity, and inclusion do not determine who gets hired—that is based on qualifications. They ensure that people who have traditionally had less access to opportunities are considered and, once chosen, feel supported and valued as part of our team. New Visions provides a comprehensive and competitive compensation and benefits package in addition to the opportunity to make a significant impact on education reform and in the lives of urban youth.
