Elementary Education Student Support Coordinator (AA24225)

Minnesota State University, Mankato • Mankato, MN

445d • $46,372 - $93,342

About The Position

The Elementary Education Student Support Coordinator at Minnesota State University, Mankato, is responsible for providing professional support to students in the BS in Elementary Education Online program and the MS in Elementary Teaching program. This role focuses on recruitment and retention strategies, advising students on their academic progression, and fostering relationships with K-12 partners to facilitate field experiences and student teaching opportunities. The coordinator collaborates with faculty to enhance advising experiences and ensure students meet their educational goals.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education or closely related field.
• Minimum of two years professional experience in advising, career development, K-12 setting, or similar field.
• Excellent written, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to develop positive relationships with students and educational partners.
• Ability to advise students on their academic progression.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse working and learning environment.
• Experience working with adult learners and non-traditional students.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise students or strong potential for successful supervision.
• Knowledge of accreditation practices or ability to learn them.
• Willingness to learn new technologies and software.
• Ability to support students' use of technology and software for student teaching supervision.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional support to students in the BS in Elementary Education Online program and the MS in Elementary Teaching program.
• Develop strategic recruitment and retention plans for new students.
• Verify completed prior coursework and advise on transfer pathways for prospective students.
• Collaborate with faculty to enhance advising experiences for students.
• Cultivate relationships with K-12 partners for field experience arrangements.
• Facilitate student teaching experiences for enrolled students.

Benefits

• 11 paid Holidays
• Vacation Time
• Sick Time
• Six weeks of Paid Parental Leave
• Low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles
• Pension Plan
• 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans
• Pre-tax medical and dental expense accounts
• Employer paid life insurance
• Short and long term disability
• Professional development opportunities
• Tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 10,001+ employees