College and Career Readiness Coordinator - HSE/LIT

Minimum Qualifications

Education       

Required: Bachelor’s degree with one year of professional experience in an education setting.

Preferred: Master’s degree in adult education or related field and one year of supervisory experience in related field.

Statement of Primary Purpose

Recruitment, enrollment, and retention of students and instructors, classroom instruction and management, and curriculum development in the College and Career Readiness department with emphasis on the High School Equivalency program. Advocate with community partners for High School Equivalency and Basic Skills/Literacy opportunities. Manage student enrollment, retention, and completion data.

Classification

Professional, Full-time, non-exempt Staff

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Work with community partners and advocate for College and Career Readiness programs with emphasis on High School Equivalency (HSE) and Basic Skills/Literacy opportunities.
• Recruit, hire, train, and support instructors. Facilitate interviews, class visits, and instructor orientations and coaching.
• Lead orientation sessions for incoming College and Career Readiness students.
• Assist in student recruitment, orientation, retention and advising. Communicate with current and prospective students via phone, email or in person (walk-in) – provide up to date enrollment information and class opportunities.
• Administer standardized tests to students.
• Manage and monitor student registration, testing, and progress data.
• Organize data for annual and local reports. Use Literacy Education Information System (LEIS) data reports for post testing, National Reporting System for Adult Education (NRS) scores, attendance, and other data resources.
• Plan and present faculty/staff training and development activities.
• Visit classes regularly to provide instructor supervision and provide written feedback and coaching.
• Provide classroom instruction and management in HSE or Basic Skills/Literacy classes, up to 10 hours per week.
• Recommend and assist with updates to curriculum, instructional materials, and educational equipment.
• Prepare part-time instructor payroll in a timely, accurate manner.
• Review class rosters and student attendance sheets for accuracy and approve after instructor submission.
• Monitor progress and provide support to Adult High School students. Enter online attendance for the Adult High School program.
• Develop and maintain a professional network in the CCR and HSE field.
• Connect with local and state partners to develop opportunities for new programs and revise existing program offerings and curricula to maintain currency and support effective student outcomes.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities

• Respond in a timely manner to all student and colleague requests.
• Attend and assist with departmental functions such as graduation ceremonies, advisory committee meetings, and professional development for instructors.
• Collaborate with the college public relations to publicize the College and Career Readiness enrollment opportunities and student success stories.
• Participate in regular training and professional development.
• Troubleshoot paperwork, data entry, and electronic problems to support instructors and students.
• Administer student pre-testing and post-testing.
• Serve on college committees.
• Perform data entry as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Education       

Required: Bachelor’s degree with one year of professional experience in an education setting.

Preferred: Master’s degree in adult education or related field and one year of supervisory experience in related field.

Knowledge and Skills           

Managerial background preferred; experience in adult education or literacy education preferred. Ability to use computers and software to support instruction and supervision, including learning management systems, word processing, e-mail, Internet, and student information databases. Familiarity with North Carolina Community College system and Basic Skills/Literacy programs.

Physical Demands   

Ability to multitask and perform in an environment with a high level of activity.

Licensing Requirement       

Valid NC Driver’s License

Working Conditions and Environment  

Travel as necessary, typically within the service area, to teach, supervise, and support day and evening classes. Occasional overnight travel for professional development and training.

Equipment Operation

Working knowledge of office equipment and ability to operate multiple educational software programs.

This position description covers the most essential functions and duties associated with this position.  Other duties may be assigned by the President or appropriate supervisory personnel.  The College reserves the right to alter duties, responsibilities, conditions, working hours, and job title as necessary.

Submit application on Southwestern Community College website:  https://southwesterncc.exacthire.com/job/176619/source/32495