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Thrive Senior Living

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Montvale, NJ · On-site

$15.25 - $19.50/hr

As a memory care team member in our Trio Neighborhood, you will play a vital role in creating a ... Recognition program celebrating team champions. * Employee meals provided during each shift.

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How much do trio program jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for trio program in New Jersey is $46,021.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42,600.00 and $49,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a TRIO program coordinator?

To thrive as a TRIO Program Coordinator, you need a background in education or counseling, experience working with first-generation or underrepresented students, and often a bachelor's or master's degree in a relevant field. Familiarity with federal compliance guidelines, student information systems, and data reporting tools like Excel is essential. Strong interpersonal skills, cultural competency, and organizational abilities help build trust and effectively support diverse student populations. These skills ensure that students receive targeted support, meet program requirements, and achieve academic success.

What is the difference between Trio Program vs Academic Advisor?

AspectTrio ProgramAcademic Advisor
CredentialsTypically requires a bachelor's degree; some roles prefer experience in education or counselingRequires a bachelor's degree; often prefers experience in student services or counseling
Work EnvironmentNonprofit or educational settings, working directly with students from underserved backgroundsEducational institutions, providing guidance to students on academic planning and progress
Employer & IndustryFederal TRIO programs, colleges, universities, nonprofit organizationsHigh schools, colleges, universities, student support services

The Trio Program focuses on providing support services to help students from disadvantaged backgrounds succeed academically, often through outreach and mentoring. Academic Advisors primarily assist students with course selection, academic planning, and progress monitoring. While both roles support student success, the Trio Program has a broader outreach component, whereas Academic Advisors focus more on individual academic planning within educational institutions.

What is a TRIO program?

TRIO programs are a group of federally funded outreach and student services initiatives in the United States designed to support students from disadvantaged backgrounds. These programs aim to help low-income individuals, first-generation college students, and individuals with disabilities progress through the academic pipeline from middle school to post-baccalaureate programs. TRIO includes several distinct programs such as Upward Bound, Talent Search, and Student Support Services, each providing tutoring, counseling, mentoring, financial guidance, and other support services. The goal is to increase college access, retention, and graduation rates for underrepresented students.

What are the typical responsibilities of a TRIO program coordinator?

As a TRIO Program Advisor, you’ll typically support first-generation, low-income, or disabled students by providing academic guidance, organizing workshops, and connecting students to campus resources. Daily tasks often include one-on-one advising, coordinating events, tracking student progress, and collaborating with faculty and other support staff. Your role is vital in helping students overcome barriers to college retention and graduation, making your work both impactful and rewarding. Advisors also play a key part in cultivating an inclusive and supportive environment that fosters student achievement.

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Infographic showing various Trio Program job openings in New Jersey as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 16% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $46,021 per year, or $22.1 per hour.

Science Tutor - TRIO Program

Ocean County College

Toms River, NJ • On-site

$20/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 18 days ago

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Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

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Job description

Salary: See Position Description
Location : Main Campus - Toms River, NJ
Job Type: On-Call
Job Number: 202301236
Division: Student Affairs
Department: Student Support Services/TRIO
Opening Date: 07/16/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
The Position
This position provides tutorial assistance to students remotely online and/or onsite, in math subject areas and, in collaboration with other department staff, ensures that the appropriate level of service is provided to students. This position is under the TRIO Student Support Services program (grant funded) which serves low-income students, first-generation students and students with disabilities.
Classification: Casual/As-Needed
What You Will Do
1. Provides students with Face-to-Face and virtual tutorial assistance in the content area identified in the posting; develops resources, conducts class visits, creates and facilitates workshops as requested.
2. Maintains records of each tutoring session and updates the database for accuracy; provides written and excel reports regarding activities as assigned.
3. Meets regularly with designated management in Tutoring Center to ensure the appropriate level of services are offered; documents and reports student or personnel issues to designated management in a timely manner.
4. Assists in training and mentoring new professional and peer tutors.
5. Attends training and professional development sessions as required and maintains competency in training materials provided by the Tutoring Center and other College staff.
6. Maintains appropriate competency in content area(s) as well as maintaining computer literacy and technology skills.
7. Helps monitor equipment (hardware & software); documents and reports issues to designated management in a timely manner.
8. Answer phones, greets, and assists visitors, and performs routine clerical tasks.
9. Related projects and initiatives as assigned.
The Successful Candidate Must Have
1. Ability to tutor at the 200-course level or above. Submission of unofficial transcripts are required.
2. Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; prior database or instructional technology experience preferred
3. Self-motivated and directed with the ability to work a combination of remote and/or onsite face-to-face tutoring sessions as assigned.
  • $20/hr: Master's degree in directly related field of tutoring discipline assigned and one year of teaching or tutoring experience.
  • $19.06/ hour: Bachelors degree in directly related field of tutoring discipline assigned and one year of teaching or tutoring experience.
  • $17.00/ hour: Associates degree or sixty (60) college credits in directly related field of tutoring discipline assigned and six (6) months teaching or tutoring experience.

Even Better If You Have
  1. Prior experience using student database systems such as Colleague
  2. Demonstrated experience working with underserved populations
  3. TEFL or TESOL Certification
  4. Bilingual or Multilingual

Ocean County College offers the following benefits to temporary or on-call as needed employees:
Time Off:
OCC follows the NJ Sick Leave Law, providing one (1) hour of sick leave per every thirty (30) hours worked. A maximum of forty (40) hours may be accrued.
Employee Assistance Program:
OCC offers all employees to take advantage of our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health support. This is a free and completely confidential service where EAP counselors provide assessment, support, and if needed referrals to additional services.
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What subject area is your highest level of education?
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In 1-2 sentences ONLY, briefly describe your experience working with a diverse population of students or adult learners.
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This position is a fully in-person position. Are you able to work in person at our location in Toms River, NJ?
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  • No

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Please provide your scheduling availability. What days/times are you available? (If your schedule is different in August than in September, please provide your schedule in August as well as for the Fall months).
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