AmeriCorps Coaches

College Access Coaches serve high school juniors and seniors by providing support and guidance through the college application process. These coaches work with students one on one and within a classroom environment to ensure students are on track towards accomplishing their academic goals. College Access Coaches lead college prep classes, assist students with submitting financial aid and scholarship applications, and attend college campus visits.

College Success Coaches serve students who have graduated high school and are pursuing a post-secondary degree. These coaches generally work with students one on one and can provide assistance both virtually or in-person to support students through their post-secondary education. College Success Coaches assist students with course registration, financial aid, academic advising, and career development.

Lead Coaches are AmeriCorps members who have previously served a service term at College Forward and have demonstrated exemplary leadership skills. These coaches are responsible for excellent service to students and act as leaders for incoming AmeriCorps members. In addition to their coaching responsibilities, Lead Coaches act as a liaison between Program Managers and first-year members and serve as a Site Lead for our partner school sites.

Summer Bridge Coaches are College Forward students who are currently enrolled in an accredited college and serve their peers by guiding them through the summer transition from our high school Access programs to our post-secondary Success program. Summer Bridge Coaches provide virtual assistance to students with freshman orientation, course registration, financial aid, and connecting students to campus resources.