Early College Coordinator at Canton Preparatory High School

National Heritage Academies•Canton, MI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Canton Preparatory High School, located in Canton, MI, is seeking an Early College Coordinator to join their team. This role is crucial in managing and promoting the early college program, ensuring students are well-prepared for college success. The school, established in 2014, serves over 650 students in grades 7-12 and is recognized for its strong leadership, mission-driven approach, and commitment to professional development. The Early College Coordinator will act as a key liaison between the high school, students, and post-secondary partner institutions, facilitating student success in both high school and college coursework.

Requirements

Associates or some college required; B.A. (or higher) preferred, from an accredited college or university
Knowledge of general computer systems and applications
Ability to travel to regional professional development trainings
Effective communication skills – in writing and in-person
Ability to work independently and manage time and tasks
Ability to collaborate with district and building colleagues, families, and college partners.

Nice To Haves

Supervisory experience, preferred

Responsibilities

Be knowledgeable about multiple facets of the early college program: program requirements, the opportunities available to students, and state reporting requirements.
Serve as a program ambassador, sharing the program and its benefits with students, families, and stakeholders.
Assist students with program and college applications.
Ensure and coordinate that the early college program runs smoothly.
Support students in completing a five-year educational development plan, adapting when needed as students progress through the program.
Meet and communicate with parents about Early College student progress.
Maintain a positive partnership with the early college post-secondary partner institution(s).
Serve as a liaison between the high school, the students, and the college partner to schedule students in college courses and to arrange high school hosted college courses.
Purchase required course texts and supplies.
Schedule campus visits and experiences for current and prospective early college students.
Troubleshoot issues and possible program or student status changes.
Process college grades and transcript updates.
Assist in state-required count and compliance paperwork and system updates.
Assist the College and Career Readiness Counselor and the Early College Success Teacher as they run an annual bootcamp/orientation program.
Work alongside the Early College Success coach and the College and Career Readiness Counselor to address program needs.
Assist students with practical needs: food service, transportation needs, and 504/IEP accommodations at the college level.
Address college course attendance issues with students and families.