EDUCATION PROGRAM COORDINATOR

State of Arkansas•Little Rock, AR

1d•$57,351 - $84,879•Onsite

About The Position

The Education Program Coordinator is responsible for assisting in the planning, development, and implementation of educational programs within the Arkansas Department of Education (ADE). This role involves supporting the program's daily operations, coordinating activities, and ensuring compliance with regulations and standards. The coordinator works closely with educators, administrators, and a variety of assorted personnel in an attempt to support the achievement of educational goals and enhance the quality of education. The Division of Youth Services-Arkansas Consolidated High School Registrar oversees all student academic records, enrollment processes, transcripts, and data reporting. This role ensures compliance with state and district regulations while supporting students, families, counselors, and administrators with accurate, timely information. Main duties include but are not limited to: student enrollment & withdrawal, transcript management, records maintenance, state and district reporting, cycle reports, ADE reporting, graduation verification, customer service, working with public school districts, and complying with FERPA and district policies. Needs to be able to work in Little Rock. Other duties as assigned. This positions functions as the DYS/Arkansas Consolidated High School Registrar.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Education, Educational Administration, or a related field.
Minimum of 4 years of experience in educational administration or a related field.
Knowledge of educational principles, practices, and program development.
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Experience in managing budgets and resources.
Ability to collaborate effectively with a variety of assorted personnel, including educators, administrators, and community partners.
Familiarity with state and federal regulations related to education.
Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying current with best practices in educational administration.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
Empathy and patience in working with educators, students, and colleagues.
Proficiency in using administrative and educational technology tools and software.

Nice To Haves

A college degree is preferred.
eSchool, Triand, or Online learning management systems preferred.
Public, private, or charter school registrar experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist in the development and implementation of educational programs, policies, and procedures.
Coordinate the daily operations of educational programs, including scheduling, logistics, and resource allocation.
Ensure compliance with accreditation standards, organizational policies, and state and federal regulations.
Monitor and evaluate program quality and effectiveness, providing feedback and suggestions for improvement.
Maintain accurate records and documentation related to program activities and student progress.
Organize and coordinate professional development opportunities for educators.
Cultivate a learning environment that supports student engagement and success.
Collaborate with academic leaders and external partners to support program goals and initiatives.
Conduct research and analysis to identify trends, best practices, and areas for improvement in educational programs.
Advocate for policies and initiatives that support the growth and development of educational programs.
Oversees all student academic records, enrollment processes, transcripts, and data reporting.
Ensures compliance with state and district regulations while supporting students, families, counselors, and administrators with accurate, timely information.
Student enrollment & withdrawal, transcript management, records maintenance, state and district reporting, cycle reports, ADE reporting, graduation verification, customer service, working with public school districts, and complying with FERPA and district policies.