Careers

Thank you for your interest in Breakthrough Houston! We are hiring for the following positions:

 

 

11th Grade Program Manager

The 11th Grade College Bound Program Manager (PM) will be responsible for program delivery and personalized support for up to 150 eleventh grade students. During the school year, the PM will deliver college readiness content during monthly workshops and meet individually with students to provide personalized assistance to students throughout the college application development process. The PM will oversee a “College Road Trip” in the spring and build a “Junior Symposium” in the summer to support our juniors in bolstering their resume by taking part in summer activities and practicing their public speaking skills. This full-time opportunity starting in August 2025 is ideal for an individual who enjoys working with high school students and their families in a counseling and teaching capacity and who is interested in growing the College Bound program.

Volunteer Essay Coach

We are looking for volunteer College Essay Coaches to virtually help 1-3 high school seniors perfect their college applications by providing feedback on their personal statement and any supplemental essays they may have from March to December 2024. Coaches do not need to have previous college access/counseling experience (although it is welcome!). This opportunity is a great way to build a relationship with an amazing young person and help them navigate a process that can feel really overwhelming.