Assistant Coordinator - Like Me Education Program

*** This is an on-site position***

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Assistant Coordinator of the Like Me Program works with the Education Division Chair and Coordinator of the Like Me Program, at Lourdes University, in providing academic and administrative support to the Like Me Program Coordinator. The Assistant Coordinator is responsible for assisting the Coordinator in the functions of the program that include maintaining compliance with policies and accreditation standards of the Education Program of Lourdes University. This position is a 12-month part-time staff appointment. The position is grant funded and contingent on funding.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supports and promotes the integration of the Lourdes University mission within the Like Me program.
• Supports ongoing communication with faculty, staff, students, and administration and regularly attends the required division, college, and university meetings.
• Assists in collaboration with community partner k-12 schools in consultation with the Education Division Chair and Coordinator of Like Me program at Lourdes University.
• Ensures academic integrity of program:
• Collaborates with partner k-12 schools to build educational opportunities for k-12 students in education such as College Credit Plus, dual enrollment, in-services, and EdRising support.
• Assists in monitoring students’ academic progress and compliance with assessment gates.
• Assists in day-to-day operations of the Like Me program:
• Establishes and maintains positive relationships with students of color who are interested and/or participants in the program; recruits, mentors, and advises all students in the program.
• Implements a recruitment plan to attract students to the education program at Lourdes University Supports organization of tutoring support through Academic Success Center for all participants.
• Maintains positive relationships with partner schools and seeks to build additional partnerships with k-12 schools.
• Participates and supports fundraising efforts for program with Institutional Advancement.
• Supports assessment of the quality of the experience through collection of data and information.
• Keeps accurate records of all forms related to the field experience and mentoring.
• Assists in organizing monthly meetings for participants in program
• Supports implementation of a job interview for participants in the program with partner schools.
• Other duties as assigned.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• A valid driver’s license with the ability and willingness to travel.
• Demonstrated ability to self-manage time, activity, and spending, staying focused on accomplishment of objectives, and meet preset goals.
• Proficient with system applications and on-line technology.
• Availability to work evenings and weekends as required.
• Desire to be actively involved with the campus community.
• A high degree of personal integrity and professionalism.
• Ability to pass a background check.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in education or related field required, master’s degree preferred
• Two years in a related educational position and/or higher education preferred.
• Background in educational recruitment