Coordinator, Middle College Student Support in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania at Community College of Philadelphia

Job Title: Coordinator, Middle College Student Support
Salary Range: $61,000.00 - $65,000.00 Annually
Location: Main Campus - Philadelphia, PA
Job Type: Full-Time Administrator
Job Number: Flexible/Hybrid
Department: Div-Access & Community Engagement
FLSA: Exempt

Job Description:

Success starts at Community College of Philadelphia. Innovators and difference makers work at Community College of Philadelphia. Diversity thrives at Community College of Philadelphia. We are a college that is committed to promoting a work environment that attracts and retains talented and diverse faculty and staff. We challenge each other and ourselves to achieve at the highest level while contributing to the mission of the College and the betterment of Philadelphia. We value and support an intellectually dynamic community to prepare our students for global citizenship. Join us and become a part of a community that has long been and will continue to be generators of generational chance in this city and beyond.

Community College of Philadelphia is an open-admission, associate-degree-granting institution which provides access to higher education for all who may benefit. Its programs of study in the liberal arts and sciences, career technologies, and basic academic skills provide a coherent foundation for college transfer, employment and lifelong learning. The College serves Philadelphia by preparing its students to be informed and concerned citizens, active participants in the cultural life of the city, and enabled to meet the changing needs of business, industry and the professions. To help address broad economic, cultural and political concerns in the city and beyond, the College draws together students from a wide range of ages and backgrounds and seeks to provide the programs and support they need to achieve their goals.

Position Summary

The Coordinator, Dual Enrollment – Middle College Programs provides a broad range of services in support of dually enrolled high school students and students enrolled in Community College of Philadelphia’s middle college programs, primarily the Parkway Center City Middle College. This position serves as the liaison between the student and his/her family, the high school and the College, while facilitating ongoing and meaningful student contact to ensure academic success within the program. The Coordinator works with relevant offices at the high school and the College and provides ongoing support for dual enrollment and middle college students in areas such as appropriate course selection, high school and college credit profile reviews and credential attainment (diploma, certificate, associate’s degree), The Coordinator works under the direction of the Assistant Director, K-16 Partnerships and in close coordination with fellow Dual Enrollment staff to provide consistent program implementation, communication, and student support. The Coordinator collaborates across student cohorts and grade levels and provides support to Middle College students based on program and student needs. The Coordinator may also support other dually enrolled students and initiatives as operational needs require.

Essential Responsibilities

• In collaboration with fellow Dual Enrollment staff, coordinate and maintain communication with College faculty and staff, and high school faculty and staff, regarding student course and program progress.
• In collaboration with fellow Dual Enrollment staff and high school faculty and staff, coordinate the course selection, registration, and credit profile evaluation process of middle college students to ensure progress toward program completion and diploma, degree or certificate attainment.
• Respond to issues related to student conduct in support of the School District of Philadelphia’s student code of conduct, as well as the College’s student code of conduct, in consultation with the Assistant Director – K-16 Partnerships, and as appropriate, the Director - K-16 Partnerships, Associate Vice President – Strategic Initiatives & Student Engagement, Dean of Students’ office, and high school administration.
• Partner with high school faculty and staff to create and monitor personalized academic plans for all students and communicate with relevant high school staff about student academic and program progress to ensure academic and student success.
• Conduct 1-1 meetings with dual enrollment and middle college students to review and support academic progress and plans for post-graduation and transfer.
• Collaborate with high school faculty and staff in the planning and execution of academic and social programming during College semester ‘break’ weeks.
• Develop plans and tools to ensure that students access and utilize all available and needed academic and social-emotional support services at the College and high school to promote academic and student success.
• Facilitate/coordinate the delivery of seminars, workshops and other activities relevant to ensuring academic and student success.
• Conduct periodic “homeroom/advisory” meetings with groups of students to monitor program attendance, share announcements/information about program activities, etc.
• Collaborate with fellow Dual Enrollment staff and high school staff on the planning and execution of special program events. In collaboration with fellow Dual Enrollment staff and high school staff, facilitate/coordinate annual parent orientation/information sessions for incoming students and their families, new student recruitment sessions as well as ongoing information sessions, as needed.
• In collaboration with fellow Dual Enrollment staff, provide relevant information, provide all relevant information and updates to students and their families concerning student progress and activity, program requirements and post-secondary transition.
• Prepare and maintain required reports and appropriate records.
• Maintain sensitivity, understanding and respect for a diverse academic environment, inclusive of students, faculty and staff of varying social, economic, cultural, ideological and ethnic backgrounds;
• Adhere to FERPA regulations as they pertain to maintaining the security and confidentiality of all student records;
• Perform assigned duties in a manner consistent with the mission, goals, and core values of the School District of Philadelphia, partner high school(s), middle college program, and the Community College of Philadelphia;
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Higher Education Administration or related field required.
• Any and all degree(s) must be from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning.
• Two (2) years of relevant work experience with students at the K-12 level or college level required.
• Knowledge of K-12 secondary school graduation requirements required.
• Effective in prioritizing and managing multiple tasks simultaneously is required.
• Demonstrated proficiency utilizing MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint required.
• Demonstrated professionalism and sound decision-making skills required.
• Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills required.
• Must be detail oriented with strong procedural and implementation skills required.
• Ability to collaborate and work effectively within a team required.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative required.
• Ability to maintain sensitivity, understanding and respect for a diverse academic environment, inclusive of students, faculty, and staff of varying social, economic, cultural, ideological, and ethnic backgrounds required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in education, higher education administration or related degree preferred.

If you are required to submit references in your application, please provide your current supervisor and two previous supervisor's contact information.

Please note - CCP will not contact your references until a contingent offer has been made. You will have the opportunity to alert your references and current employer prior to the reference check process beginning.

Thank you for your interest in opportunities at Community College of Philadelphia. Below is a summary of the comprehensive benefits package available to administrative employees.

Administrative employees receive a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage at no cost (PPO buy-up plan available at a cost)

• College-paid life insurance and long-term disability

• 403(b) retirement plan with a 10% College contribution when you contribute 5%

• Generous paid time off, including:

  • Vacation time: 23 paid vacation days; prorated based on hire date

  • Personal time: 22.5 hours annually (3 days - prorated based on hire date)

  • Sick time: paid at 100% with appropriate documentation

  • Paid bereavement leave

  • Paid holidays

• Tuition remission (100%) for employees and eligible dependents

• Forgivable Loan Program

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Additional perks include winter break, spring break, and summer hours (4-day workweek)

For additional details, please visit our benefits page.

Do you have a Bachelor’s degree in Education, Higher Education Administration or related field?

• Yes
• No

Do you have two (2) years of relevant work experience with students at the K-12 level or college level required.

• Yes
• No