Academic Coordinator, Veterans Upward Bound Project

About the Role

The Academic Coordinator for the Veterans Upward Bound Project is responsible for implementing academic programs, providing individualized educational plans, coordinating testing services, delivering instruction, monitoring student progress, and supervising lab and tutors. This position reports to the Project Director of the Veterans Upward Bound Project.

Responsibilities

• Prepares individualized instructional plans and materials based on participants' diagnosed/assessed academic needs.
• Supervises the day-to-day operations of the academic component in accordance with Department of Education regulations and College policies.
• Assists in preparing grant proposals and public relations efforts for veteran recruiting.
• Prepares progress reports on project participants.
• Plans and oversees academic year program services; evaluates and implements changes as necessary.
• Provides support, guidance, and direction to grant participants in various situations and environments.
• Advises veterans on admissions requirements, project requirements, admission status, and transfer of credit.
• Interprets and applies College admissions standards and policies to determine student eligibility.
• Determines applicant eligibility through evaluation of test scores, previous education, and military experience in collaboration with the College Registrar/Admissions Office.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with students in the program.
• Responds to requests for information; assists students and staff with research, verification, and problem-solving.
• Maintains student academic files; monitors progress and identifies academic or relationship problems; provides guidance as needed.
• Serves as a liaison between students, faculty, and other support staff to promote collaboration for academic success.
• Ensures compliance with all safety practices and regulations; reports unsafe conditions.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited institution with a bachelor’s degree in education, adult education, or a related field.
• Successful completion of a criminal background check is required.
• Must meet the requirements of 435.04(2), Florida Statutes, related to background investigations.
• Ability to interact effectively with diverse populations.
• Ability to supervise, direct, delegate, and evaluate the work of assigned staff.
• Ability to recruit veterans and plan their educational programs.
• Ability to prepare, maintain, and present records, reports, and budgets in compliance with grant objectives.
• Strong critical thinking skills to organize and direct learning-centered activities and analyze information.
• Ability to work in a flexible, individualized instructional setting and develop motivational and remedial/refresher classroom programs.
• Must be available to work evenings, weekends, and travel in-district and overnight.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.