Kaili Grandville
Medford
Summary
Mission-driven career and postsecondary advisor with over 10 years of experience supporting opportunity youth through individualized coaching, college and workforce programming, and cross-sector partnerships. Proven success in facilitating life skills and readiness workshops, managing internship pipelines, and using trauma-informed practices to help students navigate barriers and pursue self-defined success.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Temporary Post-Secondary Advisor
Summer Search
09.2025 - Current
- Enhance current group mentoring workshop curriculum on an ongoing basis to remain relevant to participant needs.
- Conduct intentional and strategic outreach for all post-secondary programming, including career coaching and internship programs.
- Ensure meticulous data collection on a weekly basis in our Salesforce database to execute the organization-wide programmatic metrics and goals.
- Analyze data to adapt approaches and supports as needed.
College and Career Counselor
Boston Collegiate Charter School
08.2021 - 07.2025
- Built and managed long-term partnerships with industry professionals and non-profit organizations to expand access to high-quality internship and career exploration experiences.
- Led the onboarding process for new internship sites, establishing partnership expectations, confirming terms of engagement, and developing resources that ensure a high-quality mentor experience.
- Facilitated life skills and career readiness workshops on professionalism, communication, and goal setting for 70+ high school juniors and seniors.
- Stayed current with workforce and postsecondary trends using labor market data, partner feedback, and youth aspirations to guide advising and Interactive group sessions.
- Planned and facilitated career exploration events such as the annual Career Symposium, including outreach to 40+ Professionals from various industries, and preparing 90+ sophomores for meaningful participation and networking opportunities.
- Collaborated with school leadership to align postsecondary programming with broader college and career access strategy, contributing to a long-term vision for student success through a mixture of classroom and individual advising.
Admissions Counselor
Hope Academy
07.2018 - 08.2021
- Redesigned admissions procedures and data systems, improving enrollment efficiency and outreach to target communities.
- Created and implemented a comprehensive training manual for the Upper School Admissions Coordinator role, ensuring role clarity, consistent onboarding, and sustainable transitions across academic years.
- Collaborated with staff across departments to launch wraparound services for families, improving student retention and engagement.
College Coach
College Possible
08.2016 - 07.2018
- Managed a caseload of 40 high school seniors, providing individualized guidance on college access, admissions, and financial aid.
- Increased engagement among Black and ALANA students by fostering culturally affirming coaching relationships.
- Delivered college access seminars aligned with admissions timelines and milestones.
- Improved program visibility and student recruitment through strong school-based partnerships.
Co-Unit Leader, Special Needs Adult program
Grotonwood Camp and Conferences
06.2014 - 08.2014
- Co-led a residential summer unit for adults with disabilities, centering dignity, care, and joy.
- Trained and supervised counselors to ensure safe, consistent, and inclusive programming.
- Fostered team cohesion through daily coaching, inclusive modeling, and conflict resolution.
- Partnered with leadership to uphold safety protocols and support camper well-being.
- Managed health emergencies, coordinating care with medical staff, caregivers, and leadership.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Youth Development, Minor in Psychology & Crisis Ca
NORTH CENTRAL UNIVERSITY
MN07.2016
Skills
- G-Suite
- Microsoft Suite
- Naviance
- Common App Recommender
- Salesforce (CRM)
- PowerSchool (SIS)
- ALICE Training
- Restorative Justice Training
Timeline
Temporary Post-Secondary Advisor
Summer Search
09.2025 - Current
College and Career Counselor
Boston Collegiate Charter School
08.2021 - 07.2025
Admissions Counselor
Hope Academy
07.2018 - 08.2021
College Coach
College Possible
08.2016 - 07.2018
Co-Unit Leader, Special Needs Adult program
Grotonwood Camp and Conferences
06.2014 - 08.2014
Bachelor of Science - Youth Development, Minor in Psychology & Crisis Ca
NORTH CENTRAL UNIVERSITY