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How much do student retention jobs pay per year?

As of May 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for student retention in Connecticut is $58,378.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $47,600.00 and $70,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Student Retention job?

A Student Retention job focuses on supporting students to stay enrolled and succeed in their academic journey. Professionals in this role analyze student data, identify at-risk students, and implement programs to improve engagement, satisfaction, and academic performance. They collaborate with faculty, advisors, and student services to provide resources and interventions that help students overcome challenges. The goal is to increase student persistence, graduation rates, and overall institutional success.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Student Retention position, and why are they important?

To thrive in a Student Retention role, you typically need a background in education, counseling, or student affairs, combined with data analysis capabilities and experience in higher education settings. Familiarity with student information systems (SIS), retention analytics software, and CRM platforms is often required. Exceptional interpersonal communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills help build strong rapport with students and collaborate across departments. These skills are crucial for identifying at-risk students, supporting their academic journey, and achieving institutional retention goals.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in Student Retention roles?

Professionals in Student Retention often face challenges such as identifying the diverse factors that contribute to student attrition, managing a high volume of cases, and developing outreach strategies that effectively engage at-risk students. Balancing proactive support with reactive interventions requires strong organizational skills and resilience. Additionally, aligning retention initiatives with departmental goals and collaborating with faculty, advisors, and support services can be complex but rewarding. Successfully overcoming these challenges directly impacts student success and overall institutional outcomes.
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Student Retention Specialist

Student Retention Specialist

New Haven Public Schools

New Haven, CT • On-site

$36.34K/mo

Full-time

Posted 13 days ago

Job description

Position Type:
Non-Instructional
Date Posted:
3/25/2026
Location:
Metropolitan Business Academy
TITLE: Student Retention Specialist
QUALIFICATIONS: Associate and or Bachelor's degree preferred, high school diploma or equivalent; and experience working with high risk youth and adults; knowledge of adolescent development.The ideal candidate has experience in supporting students with career, college, and post-secondary planning. Daily responsibilities include student outreach, community involvement, administrative tasks to support overall school operations.
JOB GOALS: Advises and assists students in better decision making strategies to influence college & career readiness based on the improvement of academics, attendance, and social emotional health.
REPORTS TO: Principal or his/her designee
EMPLOYMENT: By contractual agreement between the New Haven Board of Education and the Paraprofessionals' bargaining unit.
SALARY GROUP: II (10 month), Local 3429
$36,344
To view Medical Benefit information, click here: https://www.newhavenct.gov/government/departments-divisions/human-resources/medical-benefits
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Works closely with students, outreach service providers, other staff and faculty to assist students.
  • Develops and implements both intervention and retention plans to ensure student success.
  • Knowledgeable about matters related to school and District programs.
  • Identifies students whose behaviors indicate a lack of academic progress.
  • Develops and implements an early alert system by working collaboratively with staff to provide timely feedback about student(s) academic progress.
  • Develops and monitors student action plans aligned with short-term and long-term educational, post-secondary, and career objectives.
  • Provides academic and personal guidance/advising and referral services to students.
  • Refers students for academic skills assistance, including tutoring, counseling, and/or career guidance.
  • Assists in the coordination and implementation of orientation and reorientation activities for newly enrolled and returning students.
  • Assists administration in carrying out activities that support the mission of the school and New Haven Public Schools.
  • Provides assistance, as requested, concerning school activities to school administrative staff.
  • Performs other duties as assigned by the principal or his/her designee

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