GEAR UP Program Coordinator

School District of Philadelphia•Philadelphia, PA

2d•$49,041 - $79,017

About The Position

For forward-thinking administrators and educators opportunities abound in the School District of Philadelphia. The School District of Philadelphia is committed to transforming the education opportunities it offers the city’s more than 203,000 school-aged children. The District seeks District leaders who have a passion for working with schools, principals and communities and who are committed to ensuring all students achieve. Serving a population as diverse as ours requires creativity, commitment and vision. Will you join us? Ensures coordination of school-based advisory and resources to support Anchor Goal 1:100%25 of students graduate ready for college and career and the School District College And Career Readiness Framework. Oversees and directs the activities of school-based partners who ensure that programmatic outcomes are consistent with stated goals and objectives. This is a full-time, 12-month non-represented role. The salary grade is 4023, which ranges from 49,041 to 79,017 depending on experience.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree program from an accredited college or university.
Three years of full-time, paid, professional experience in providing career readiness programming, which has included planning large events and evaluating programmatic activities, managing budgets and subcontracted services.
Demonstrated knowledge of: o the methods and techniques used in effective program planning, design and administration. o administrative and budgetary practices and procedures. o the current methods, processes and techniques utilized in the implementation of program initiatives.
Demonstrated ability to: o assess the effectiveness of programmatic activities and to make recommendations for modifications as needed. o assist in the design, coordination and provision of professional development activities. o maintain records and prepare reports. o operate a personal computer. o express ideas effectively, both orally and in writing. o establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Responsibilities

Works with faculty, staff, students, and parents to develop and implement formal and informal events and activities that enhance a college and career school culture.
Provides all students with the support aligned to post-secondary opportunities.
Provides college and career readiness information to parents through printed materials, workshops, meetings, and other appropriate forms of communication.
Refers students to the appropriate specialized staff for such issues as comprehensive counseling, financial assistance, etc.
Serves as a liaison and fosters intentional relationships with school staff, other advisors, colleges, and departments.
Creates a calendar and schedule of college and career workshops and information sessions including Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) workshops, college/career visits, essay writing workshops, and scholarship information sessions.
Provides student programming in the acquisition of personal exploration, decision making and goal setting skills needed to facilitate their educational development.
Organizes and executes career events including, but not limited to, resume clinics, mock interviews, career conversations, career expo, and career-focused field trips
Collaborates with school counselors to promote comprehensive student support and to ensure students have clear understanding of college and career pathways, aligned course offerings, and completion requirements.
Leads school efforts towards career inventories and skills assessments of students.
Facilitates mechanisms to constantly evaluate programs, identify student needs, and develop new programs when needed.
Assists educationally underserved students and their families navigate application processes, particularly applications for college enrichment programs, summer employment opportunities, and outside-of-school opportunities.
Supports in the coordination of School District initiatives focused on post-secondary initiatives including registration and preparation for the Preliminary Scholastic Achievement Test (PSAT) and the Scholastic Achievement Test (SAT).
Provides academic advising services to students.
Participates in the planning of summer activities.