Posting Details

Position TitleCoordinator, Dual Enrollment - Middle College ProgramsRequisition NumberSCA00399General Description

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 a 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), application to and enrollment into 4-year post-secondary institutions upon graduation; state testing requirements, etc.

Specific Responsibilities

• In collaboration with the Senior Coordinator, Dual Enrollment – Middle College Programs, coordinate and maintain communication with College faculty and staff, and high school faculty and staff, regarding student course and program progress.

• In collaboration with the Senior Coordinator, Dual Enrollment – Middle College Programs 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 DACE Dean, 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 the Senior Coordinator, Dual Enrollment – Middle College Programs and high school staff on the planning and execution of special program events such as prom, class trips, extra-curricular activities, career exposure opportunities and workplace experiences, etc.

• Assist in the coordination and administration of required state exam testing for students in partnership with the high school testing coordinator, as needed.

• In collaboration with Senior Coordinator, Dual Enrollment – Middle College Programs 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 Senior Coordinator, Dual Enrollment – Middle College Programs, 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.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Higher Education Administration or related field required.

• 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 school counseling, education, higher education administration or related degree preferred. Any and all degrees must be from a recognized institutional accreditor.

• School counselor certification or eligibility preferred.

Work LocationMain CampusBenefitsSpecial Instructions to Applicants

*Interested persons should complete an online application.

*Cover letter of interest and resume REQUIRED.

*Names and contact information of 3 professional references OPTIONAL.

Review of applications will commence on July 15, 2020 and will continue until the position is filled.

Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the U.S.

Community College of Philadelphia is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity and Equal Access Employer. The College encourages applications from individuals from traditionally underrepresented groups.

Salary Grade or Rank2Salary RangeSalary commensurate with relevant work experienceJob Posting Open Date06/29/2020Job Posting Close DateType of PositionAdministratorJob CategoryEmployment Status Full-TimeSupplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * How did you hear about Community College of Philadelphia?
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   • Community College of Philadelphia Website
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2. * If your answer to the above question is Other, please note the source below. If this question does not apply to you, enter N/A.

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3. * What is the highest level of education you have completed?
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   • High School/GED
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   • Bachelor's Degree
   • Master's Degree
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4. * Do you have two (2) years of relevant work experience with students at the K-12 level or college level?
   • Yes
   • No
5. * Do you have knowledge of K-12 secondary school graduation requirements?
   • Yes
   • No
6. * Do you have school counselor certification or eligibility?
   • Yes
   • No
7. * Do you have demonstrated proficiency utilizing MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint?
   • Yes
   • No

Documents Needed to ApplyRequired Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents

1. References