College-Prep Program Lead (ETS) | Academic Coach

irsc; Vero Beach (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Indian River State College is seeking an Academic Coordinator to lead and oversee Educational Talent Search (ETS) program activities, provide academic counseling, and guide students through college readiness and admissions processes.

The role involves coordinating instructors, designing workshops, managing data, and ensuring compliance with federal grant program requirements while partnering with schools, teachers, and families to promote student success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Counseling, Social Work, or a related area.
• Minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience working for a federal grant program serving low-income and potential first-generation college-bound students.
• Proven experience working with students from low-income backgrounds or those facing educational hurdles.

Responsibilities

• Monitor all aspects of assigned academic programs to ensure alignment with goals and compliance with program guidelines.
• Coordinate logistics related to student transportation, facility use, and equipment needs to support events and activities.
• Participate in regular team meetings with the Program Director and staff to plan, evaluate, and enhance program effectiveness.
• Collect, manage, and analyze program data using digital tools to track performance and outcomes.
• Submit required documentation, including monthly counseling reports and weekly tutorial schedules and other documentation as required by the Program Director.
• Evaluate and recommend instructional materials and educational resources for student use.
• Develop and facilitate college preparatory workshops for students and parents.
• Design and implement financial aid orientations and assist students with scholarship searches and related workshops.
• Guide participants through the college admissions process.
• Plan and coordinate educational field trips and enrichment programs.
• Monitor and document students' academic progress, attendance, and behavior, including the development of Academic Profiles and Personal Education Plans.
• Track and analyze student grades and standardized test scores to assess progress.
• Assist with student recruitment initiatives and outreach efforts.
• Implement procedures for identifying and selecting eligible program participants in compliance with program criteria.
• Advise students on middle school, high school, and college academic pathways to ensure successful transitions.
• Oversee after-school tutorials and coordinate mentoring services for participating students.
• Conduct individual and group academic counseling sessions and workshops.
• Maintain detailed case notes documenting student participation, progress, and counseling outcomes.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Program Director.

Skills

Academic counseling

Program coordination

Student mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education, Counseling, Social Work, or related area

Job description

Indian River State College is seeking an Academic Coordinator to lead and oversee Educational Talent Search (ETS) program activities, provide academic counseling, and guide students through college readiness and admissions processes.

The role involves coordinating instructors, designing workshops, managing data, and ensuring compliance with federal grant program requirements while partnering with schools, teachers, and families to promote student success.