We strive to make The Wonderful Company true to its name through our mission to bring positive, multi-generational change to the communities we serve by leveraging our business acumen and hands-on approach to Corporate Social Responsibility. The purpose of our work is to disrupt the cycle of poverty in the Central Valley of California through a relentless focus on the social determinants of health with an unwavering commitment to helping the region's children grow up with better opportunities than their parents had.

Our Central Valley Health & Wellness programs provide completely free comprehensive onsite healthcare to our employees and their families. Our educational programs reach students across 165 schools throughout the Central Valley, with world-class academic initiatives that support them every step of the way, from cradle to career. And our active involvement in the heart of our communities brings infrastructure investments and youth and adult programming that helps build a more vibrant and sustainable society.

Our approach is unique, with our owners personally overseeing these efforts. We are deeply committed to bringing positive, multi-generational change to the communities we serve.

Our work also extends beyond the Central Valley. Giving back and leaving the planet better than we found it will be our legacy. To learn more about our programs and read our entire Corporate Social Responsibility report, click here.

Wonderful Education is seeking a Transition Coach to serve as a high school to college coach for a caseload of high school seniors to support every step of their educational journey beginning in the spring of 11th grade through the first term of college. The ideal candidate brings a passion for and experience in education/youth development, a tireless commitment to helping seniors and scholars achieve their goals no matter the barriers, and the ability to contribute to a fast-paced team that works across the Central Valley. This position is currently open for one position, ideally located in south Kern County. 

• Handle multiple projects simultaneously and independently with minimal supervision
• Work effectively in a fast-paced environment under pressure, stress, or strict time constraints
• Effectively work well with a diverse group of people with different personalities
• Influence others via coaching and development
• Requires onsite daily presence
• Requires working in multiple locations
• Develop and maintain high-touch relationships with seniors and Scholars to be able to best support college & career goals of each student while in high school
• Provide holistic, high-touch support for a caseload of seniors, guiding them during the college application and decision processes toward their college and career goals
• Conduct regular interactions with seniors and Scholars based on student needs (including academic, socio-emotional, financial, etc.) to develop action plans that end in successful college and career transitions
• Develop robust knowledge of college-level support services (academic, mental health, student life) and collaborate with College Success coach to support Scholars first college term
• Leverage data and Salesforce to maintain accurate information about each senior and Scholar for leadership updates and to be able to support all seniors and Scholars with fidelity 
• Manage senior and Scholars’ Wonderful College Scholarship per term as needed
• Engage and support parents as part of the college application and decision processes
• Support program development and execution, including college decision and transition events, overnight college trips, and summer camps
• Other duties as assigned   

• A commitment and passion for educational equity and justice and the desire to work tirelessly on behalf of students from California’s Central Valley.
• An eager, flexible learner and problem solver who feels comfortable taking initiative.
• A self-starter with an exceptional work ethic and the ability to work well away from colleagues and management. 
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• An ability to quickly establish rapport and communicate well with scholars.
• A valid California driver’s license is required. 
• Bilingual in Spanish is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree required

Starting pay range: $25.00 – $27.00 per hour. Final compensation will be dependent upon skills & experience.

Quality of Life in the Central Valley:

Framed by the Sierra Nevada to the east and the Coast Ranges to the west, California's Central Valley is one of the world's most productive agricultural regions and the base of The Wonderful Company's agricultural operations. This vast area enjoys a moderate climate and offers residents a high quality of life, low cost of living, and a host of diverse cultural and recreational activities. From wine tasting and hiking to rafting, fishing, skiing, and surfing -- all within a two-hour drive -- the family-friendly Central Valley has much to offer.

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