Academic and Program Support Coordinator

The University of Vermont

Burlington, Northern (VT, KY)

On-site

USD 34,000 - 37,000

Part time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Full-time telework eligible

Job summary

The University of Vermont is seeking an Academic and Program Support Coordinator to provide individualized coaching and support for NAYR and related education initiatives. You will work directly with middle and high school students to strengthen academic skills, monitor progress, and promote effective study habits and goal setting.

The role also supports program coordination and collaboration across staff to ensure high-quality, culturally responsive programming.

Qualifications

Associate degree with 1–3 years of related experience.
Graduate level education preferred.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Experience coordinating and tracking multiple projects.
Attention to detail and organization.
Proficiency in Outlook and Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

Provide individualized academic coaching and support program operations.
Work with middle and high school students to strengthen skills and set goals.
Contribute to program coordination, student engagement, and collaboration with staff.
Assist with program evaluation, curriculum development, and grant writing.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Coordination

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Grant writing

Outlook

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Associate degree

Graduate level education

Job description

Academic and Program Support Coordinator

The University of Vermont is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category legally protected by federal or state law.

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Posting Summary

New American Youth on the Rise ( NAYR ) is an education attainment pathway program for middle and high school girls from Chittenden County Vermont immigrant communities designed to prepare students for successful transitions into college careers in health sciences. The overarching mission of NAYR is to enhance health equity for Chittenden County, Vermont immigrant communities by 1) increasing representation in the healthcare workforce that reflects their racial/ethnic backgrounds and lived experiences, and 2) increasing collaboration and trust between the academic health center and the local community by demonstrating clear investment in the local community.

This position will provide individualized academic coaching while supporting program operations. Work directly with middle and high school students to strengthen academic skills, monitor progress, and promote effective study habits and goal setting. In addition, the role will contribute to program coordination, student engagement and collaboration with staff to ensure high-quality, culturally responsive programming that fosters academic achievement, confidence, and pathways to college and health science careers. The position will also contribute to broader program efforts, including collaborating with staff on program evaluation, curriculum development, and grant writing.

Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)

Associate degree with one or three years of related experience. Graduate level education is preferred.

Strong Interpersonal skills.

Demonstrated coordination and tracking skills with the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.

Attention to detail

Competency in Outlook, Microsoft Office Suite

Effective communication and organization skills

Experience with grant writing.

Desirable Qualifications

Experience working with immigrant and refugee communities preferred Working with Chittenden County, VT immigrant and refugee communities preferred.

Ability to get to and from worksite and public events.

Anticipated Pay Range

Anticipated Pay Range $25/hour - $27.50/hour

Other Information

Special Conditions

Special Conditions A probationary period may be required, Contingent on continued funding, Occasional evening and/or weekends required (if non-exempt position, may result in overtime), Travel to and from worksites required, This position is eligible for full-time telework in accordance with the university telecommuting policy, Background Check required for this position

FLSA

FLSA Non-Exempt

Union Position

Union Position Yes, UVMSU

Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.

Job Location

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 08/14/2026

Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.)

Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.) 08/24/2026

Open Until Filled

The University of Vermont is a welcoming, educationally purposeful community committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces intellectual diversity and global perspectives. We seek to prepare students to be accountable leaders who will bring to their work a grasp of complexity, effective problem-solving and communication skills, and an enduring commitment to learning and ethical conduct. Members of the University of Vermont community embrace and advance the values of Our Common Ground: Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Openness, Justice, and Responsibility. Staff play a critical role in this effort and the successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to UVM’s mission and advancing Our Common Ground values through the execution of their job duties.

Position Information

Position Title

Position Title Community Outreach OC2 N

Posting Number

Posting Number S6263PO

Department

Department Obstetrics Gynecology&Reprod/55610

Position Number

Position Number 00027967

Percent of Full-Time

Percent of Full-Time 0.80

Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE