Education Coordinator

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign•Urbana, IL

About The Position

The Education Coordinator for the Principal’s Scholars Program (PSP) plans and coordinates educational programs for underrepresented students, parents, teachers, and school personnel in PSP target areas on behalf of the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. The position develops curricula and instructional materials; organizes, delivers, and facilitates classes, workshops, seminars, and training; and provides statewide instruction in person and virtually. The coordinator also advises students on academic preparation, college admissions, career exploration, scholarships, financial aid, and post-secondary transitions, and collaborates with school personnel to develop hands-on STEAM projects for students in grades five through twelve. The role manages PSP programming and events, develops advancement classes, contributes to an organization-wide data collection framework, and maintains participant and activity records. It also includes preparing grant proposals and promotional materials, cultivating external partnerships, complying with University System policies, and operating a university vehicle to travel to designated schools and locations. The position is a 100% full-time, 12-month Academic Professional appointment. The expected start date is as soon as possible after the search closes. The budgeted salary is $55,000–$58,000.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
At least 2–3 years of experience in education and/or the admissions process directly related to the duties, such as working with underrepresented populations; advising; developing, facilitating, and implementing educational programs; or knowledge of PSP target-area public schools.
Valid driver’s license.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a multifaceted community.
Knowledge of pre-college and/or vocational education curricula.
Program planning and implementation skills.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Ability to manage, design, implement, and facilitate educational programs.
Financial aid knowledge and knowledge of colleges and universities.
Ability to work with community members, school personnel, parents, and students.
Technical skills including presentation platforms, social media, Microsoft Office 365, and Adobe Suite.
Database, presentation, adaptability, attention-to-detail, risk-management, research, digital marketing, customer service, and budget-conscious skills.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree.
At least 4–5 years of experience in education, admissions, and working with underrepresented populations.
Experience with financial aid and scholarship processes.
Experience working in PSP target areas: Champaign, Chicago, Danville, Decatur, East St. Louis, Rantoul, Springfield, and Urbana.

Responsibilities

Design core-based classes and curricula aligned with school needs, and deliver instruction statewide in person and virtually.
Provide consistent instruction and educational support to students, parents, teachers, and school staff.
Determine program formats and approaches, define target population needs, and research relevant state and national trends.
Develop and deliver professional development courses and training for school administrators, educators, counseling staff, and parents.
Manage and facilitate classes, training, conferences, seminars, and special projects in accordance with University of Illinois guidelines.
Supervise and monitor PSP events, activities, and programs on and off campus.
Advise students on pre-college preparation, academics, admissions, college and career fit, and post-secondary options.
Collaborate with school personnel to develop hands-on PSP STEAM projects for students in grades five through twelve.
Provide hands-on instruction and advise students preparing for competitions and school fairs.
Collaborate with executive leadership, including Associate and Assistant Directors, to design and execute an organization-wide data collection framework.
Develop PSP advancement classes and collaborate with instructional staff to deliver in-school, after-school, and virtual programming as lead or co-instructor.
Advise students on academic and college preparation, graduation and college acceptance requirements, and high school planning.
Provide feedback and recommend actions addressing individual students’ academic and educational needs and abilities.
Help students identify strengths and interests, explore careers, and find institutions aligned with their goals.
Develop curriculum supporting academic achievement, career exploration, college and scholarship searches, financial aid applications, and the transition to college.
Teach college preparation, college, financial aid and scholarship application completion, transition-to-college workshops, and core curriculum for college access.
Develop and maintain participant and program activity records and databases.
Create promotional marketing materials.
Comply with University System training, procurement, human resources, protection of minors, program guidelines, and other protocols.
Research and prepare grant proposals.
Cultivate productive relationships with external partners, vendors, and community groups.
Operate a university vehicle to travel to designated schools and locations.
Handle, load, and set up event and instructional materials.
Work a flexible schedule, including required evening and weekend hours based on programming needs, and travel frequently to PSP target school zones including Chicago, East St. Louis, Springfield, Danville, Decatur, and Rantoul.