Coach College and Career Connections

Midland College • Midland, TX

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About The Position

The College & Career Connections (C3) program supports Midland ISD students in grades 6–12 as they explore and pursue dual-credit, postsecondary education, and career opportunities. The C3 Coach helps students select, enroll in, and matriculate to dual-credit and postsecondary pathways, and communicates relevant information to schools to connect students and families with higher-education opportunities. The role advances C3’s goal of increasing dual-credit and post-graduation enrollment at Midland College and reports to the Executive Director of C3.

The Coach manages an assigned caseload across multiple Midland ISD campuses, supports students and families, tracks academic plans and C3 activities in designated online platforms, and connects people with appropriate college programs and services. The position works with students from diverse socioeconomic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds and collaborates regularly with C3 and MISD colleagues. It requires periodic evening and weekend work for campus, college, and community events, occasional travel, and work in office, campus, and community settings.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
• Experience working directly with students.
• Valid Texas Driver License, a good driving record, and ability to be insured under Midland College’s insurance policy.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in a public school system.
• Demonstrated experience advising students individually and in groups.
• Demonstrated interpersonal, communication, and social skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines successfully.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, families, and community members.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance and support to students in grades 6–12 to promote dual-credit and postsecondary pathways.
• Engage students, families, and the wider community to promote dual-credit, postsecondary, and adult-education opportunities.
• Facilitate recruitment and exposure to Midland College opportunities and C3 program activities in the broader community.
• Monitor and track students’ academic plans, interactions, and other C3 activities in designated online platforms.
• Administer and synthesize student career and program-interest surveys.
• Manage an assigned caseload of students across multiple MISD campuses serving grades 6–12.
• Refer students, families, and community members to relevant Midland College programs and services based on their needs or interests.
• Educate students, families, and the community about resources available to finance college education.
• Serve as liaison between Midland College and assigned MISD campuses.
• Maintain accurate records and data tracking for caseload management.
• Meet regularly with the Lead C3 Coach, C3 Executive Director, and MISD C3 Coordinator.
• Maintain an accurate calendar and consistently attend assigned campuses.
• Apply coaching techniques learned through C3 professional development.
• Participate in professional development and a quality-management program focused on C3 implementation and continuous improvement.
• Work evenings and weekends for MISD campus, Midland College, and community events as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Choice of insurance plans, including medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans.
• Flexible spending account (FSA).
• Retirement savings programs.
• Tuition remission for employees.
• Generous paid time off, including winter break.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time