Continuing Education Coordinator (NE)

University of Mississippi • University, MS

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Center for Mathematics and Science Education (CMSE) at the University of Mississippi is seeking a Continuing Education Coordinator to join their Professional Learning Division. This role is crucial for improving mathematics and science education in Mississippi by supporting K-12 teachers and administrators. The CMSE fosters interaction between academic and K-12 communities, promotes research-based methods, and encourages interest in STEM fields. This position will engage both undergraduate and graduate students in the CMSE's work and contribute to a continuous learning community.

Requirements

• High School diploma (Required)
• 4 Years of relevant experience (Required)
• Communicate clearly
• Possess organizational skills
• Exhibit keen attention to detail
• Experience with data tracking and record-keeping

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree
• At least one year experience with the duties related to the position

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the logistics and maintain detailed records for professional development events offered to K-12 math and science teachers and administrators.
• Process registrations and payments for professional development programs.
• Gather and prepare materials for distribution to teachers and administrators, such as fliers, agendas, and event-related forms.
• Track participant data for all professional development programs.
• Assist with the administrative functions of the office.
• Collaborate with other staff on advertising efforts via website and social media.
• Secure locations and dates for professional development events.
• Serve as a liaison in promoting professional development programs, including representing the department at state-wide teacher conferences.
• Provide quality and courteous customer service to potential and registered attendees.
• Actively recruit educators to participate in professional development opportunities.
• Collaborate with other staff to design advertising campaigns using online resources (i.e. Canva and myEmma).
• Process applications for teachers and administrators to receive continuing education credits based on attendance at professional development events.
• Coordinate the CMSE Manipulative Library check-out system and maintain accurate inventory records.
• Provide administrative support for the development, implementation, and management of continuing education programs.
• Assist with program logistics, including course scheduling, registration, and payment processing.
• Maintain program databases, spreadsheets, and other tools to ensure accurate and organized data management.
• Assist with marketing and communication efforts to promote continuing education programs to target audiences.
• Coordinate program events, including workshops, conferences, and other professional development opportunities.

Benefits

• Equal opportunity employment
• Compliance with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity
• No unlawful discrimination based on race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship, age, disability, military status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED