Director of Bridge and Beyond Program

Livingstone College•Salisbury, NC

About The Position

The Director of the Bridge and Beyond Program is primarily responsible for overseeing the entire operation of the program, including student recruitment, staff management, curriculum development, academic support, and overall program delivery. The Director is responsible for guaranteeing a smooth transition for scholars from high school to college and often focusing on underrepresented populations or those needing additional academic support, so retention and graduation are achievable.

Requirements

Master’s degree in education, instructional design, or a related field
Experience in teaching, curriculum development, and student support services
Strong leadership and project management skills
Excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with scholars, faculty, and stakeholders
Data analysis and evaluation skills to measure program effectiveness
Understanding of student transition challenges

Responsibilities

Design and implement a comprehensive Bridge and Beyond curriculum aligned with the needs of scholars providing them with resources and strategies to be successful during their academic year
Develop instructional materials, learning objectives, and assessment strategies to address academic and emotional gaps, trauma, and mental challenges to assist them in their transition to college
Collaborate with Bridge and Beyond staff to ensure program curriculum is engaging and relevant to the needs of the scholars
Develop and execute recruitment strategies to attract eligible scholars to the Bridge and Beyond Program.
Conduct scholar interviews and assessments to identify potential participants
Provide comprehensive support services such as academic advising, counseling, personal development and community service opportunities
Recruit and hire qualified Bridge and Beyond Program staff
Provide ongoing professional development opportunities for staff to enhance their skills in supporting Bridge and Beyond scholars
Monitor staff performance and ensure quality instruction delivery
Establish clear goals for the program to track the progress of scholars and program effectiveness
Conduct regular assessments of learning outcomes for the scholars and program impact
Analyze data to identify areas for improvement and implement necessary adjustments to the program
Develop and manage the Bridge and Beyond program budget, ensuring efficient allocation of resources
Secure funding and grants to support program operations and initiatives
Build strong relationships with faculty and staff and community organizations to support scholar success
Communicate program goals, progress, and outcomes to key stakeholders
All other duties assigned