SUMMARY DESCRIPTION:
At the direction of the principal, perform a variety of tasks needed to develop, grow and manage high school early college access (ECA) programs (i.e., dual and concurrent enrollment programs). Duties involve working with students, counselors, and college personnel in planning and scheduling college courses; assembling, disseminating and publicizing information regarding ECA programs; communicating with students, parents, and college staff regarding college application, admissions requirements, and course offerings; assisting with the organization of classrooms, student meetings, proctoring/administering college placement test, recruitment, clerical, and other non-instructional work; assisting students in all aspects of registering for ECA college courses including the application process, test schedule and administration, financial aid, and scholarships; organize and maintain student files and contact information; working with Office of Curriculum and Instructional Programs (OCIP) staff to support Memorandums of Understandings (MOUs) develop between the district and higher educational institutions, provide data, share concerns and recommendations to increase access for all students and to establish appropriate contacts in the higher educational community.
CERTIFICATE LICENSE:
None

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES:
Ability to access college information from the internet. Ability to communicate courteously, effectively and efficiently with college staff, parents, and students; ability to develop, grow and maintain effective ECA programs; ability to exercise independent judgment and initiative in completing duties; excellent oral, written communication, and interpersonal skills, as well as organizational, management and problem solving skills. Knowledge of and the ability to meet the seven core competencies of the Supporting Services Professional Growth System (SSPGS).
EDUCATION, TRAINING, and EXPERIENCE:
High School or GED diploma required. Associates degree preferred. Completion of one year (30 semester-hours) of higher education study required. One year's experience working with students in structured situations required. Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience equivalent to an Associates degree, which provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform effectively in the position, may be considered.