UTeach Senior Academic Program Coordinator

University of Texas at Austin • Austin, TX

31d • Onsite

About The Position

To foster student success and engagement within the UTeach Program by leading strategic recruitment and retention initiatives, providing comprehensive academic advising across multiple degree paths, and managing scholarship processes. Through collaborative event planning, student organization advising, and targeted outreach, this role supports the development of future STEM educators and strengthens the UTeach community.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years experience in program administration or program coordination.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with confidence presenting to large audiences.
• Proven experience creating compelling written and digital content for social media.
• Strong ability to work independently while managing multiple projects and incorporating feedback effectively.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills, a positive attitude, and a fast learning curve.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.
• Reliable and punctual, with a commitment to providing outstanding customer service.
• Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Nice To Haves

• Masters degree in relevant field
• Experience with student recruitment activities.

Responsibilities

• Student Recruitment and Retention: Plan and manage recruitment and retention strategies. Supervise a team of student employees. Serve as the advisor for the UTeach student organization, Math and Science Teachers of Tomorrow (MASTT). Work with student organizations and faculty to present to their groups and courses about the program. Work with faculty members to survey students who do not continue in the program. Conduct UTeach classroom visits to answer questions and help students navigate the next steps in the program. Event Planning: Plan and facilitate UTeach recruitment and retention initiatives including information sessions, tabling, classroom visits, and community building events.
• Advise students throughout the UTeach Program in multiple degree paths. Maintain knowledge of CNS and university-wide degree plans, audits, and registration procedures.
• Scholarships: Coordinate the scholarship lifecycle process: marketing, application, selection, notification, processing, and thank you letters.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees