The Success Coach for the Charger Pathway Impact program is a grant funded
position through the Rural Postsecondary and Economic Development Grant (RPED)
and will report to the RPED Grant Program Director.

The Success Coach will be responsible for the career and postsecondary success
of assigned rural students, both high school and enrolled in postsecondary
education, in their enrollment, persistence, and completion of their chosen
career pathways. These pathways are identified and aligned as in-demand
industries and high-skilled occupations within the Columbia State service area.
A primary goal of transition coaching is to ensure students successfully
acclimate to the workforce and/or postsecondary education. This position will be
expected to integrate into their assigned high schools by building relationships
with students, teachers, staff, and administrators.

*This is a grant-funded position through 2027. Functions will be
college-supported for an additional year. Continuation beyond the initial
program is not guaranteed and is contingent upon funding.

Essential Functions:





1. Assist students in articulating their goals after high school and develop
plans to achieve them.
2. Organize and direct small group and individual postsecondary counseling
sessions.
3. Identify and assist in removing barriers to postsecondary education, such
as education costs, transportation, food insecurity, internet
accessibility, and childcare. Refer students and families to resources as
needed.
4. Provide advising to high school students about early post-secondary
opportunities.
5. Counsel high school and college students on financial aid and academic
requirements for career pathways.
6. Work collaboratively with Columbia State College Success Advising staff to
ensure continuity of tailored success advising.
7. Collaborate with community partners, school counselors, college Career
Services, and faculty on offering assessments and activities that assist in
learning about in-demand an

📌 Success Coach, Charger Pathway Impact Program (Colombia)
🏢 Tennessee Board of Regents
📍 Colombia