Education Program Specialist
About The Position
The Sokolov-Miller Family Financial and Life Skills Center seeks Education Program Specialists to support student success and financial literacy learning. The role develops, implements, and evaluates elements of the Center’s strategic vision and activities. It plays a central role in the day-to-day management of the Student Financial Wellness Ambassador program, ensuring student employees are trained, supported, and prepared to deliver financial education. The specialist also serves as a primary educator, facilitating engaging, evidence-based presentations across campuses and for diverse audiences. The position requires instructional skills, the ability to supervise and mentor student staff, and a commitment to advancing financial wellness through inclusive and accessible education. The work arrangement combines remote and on-campus work; approval of remote or hybrid work is not guaranteed, and questions about flexible work should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree.
- At least 3 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.
- Successful completion of background check(s) is required.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree in Education, Finance, Counseling, Higher Education, Student Affairs, Communications, or a related field.
- Experience delivering presentations, workshops, training programs, or educational programming.
- Experience supervising, mentoring, or leading student employees, peer educators, or volunteers.
- Knowledge of financial wellness, financial literacy, or student success programs.
- Experience collecting, analyzing, and reporting program data and assessment results.
- Strong communication, facilitation, organization, and relationship-building skills.
Responsibilities
- Deliver financial education presentations, workshops, and coaching sessions across Penn State campuses.
- Facilitate classroom instruction and educational programs using established curriculum and learning resources.
- Adapt educational content to meet the needs of diverse audiences and learning environments.
- Serve as a primary educator and representative of the Sokolov-Miller Family Financial & Life Skills Center.
- Supervise and support Student Financial Wellness Ambassadors.
- Coordinate student employee schedules, assignments, and program participation.
- Provide training, coaching, and performance feedback to student staff.
- Coordinate logistics for workshops, presentations, and outreach events.
- Serve as a point of contact for program requests and campus partners.
- Manage scheduling, communications, materials, and event preparation activities.
- Collect and track participation, assessment, and program outcome data.
- Prepare reports and recommendations to support program improvement.
- Support outreach, marketing, and communication efforts that promote financial wellness programs.
- Maintain and update educational resources, presentations, and program materials.
- Contribute to the advancement of financial literacy and student success initiatives.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Retirement plans.
- Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time.
- 75% tuition discount for employees and eligible spouses and children.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
