Education Program Coordinator (Part-Time Evenings)

Bluffton Self Help; Bluffton (SC); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

A community assistance organization in Bluffton, SC seeks a part-time evening Administrative Support for its education programs. The role involves interacting with students, providing technical assistance, and general administrative support. Ideal candidates should be organized, customer-focused, and detail-oriented. Proficiency in English and Spanish is preferred. This position requires excellent communication skills and a passion for supporting community education. Apply with a cover letter and resume.

Qualifications

• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred, with proficiency in written and oral communication.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Professional demeanor, integrity, tact, and good judgment.

Responsibilities

• Serves as point of contact for students and follows up on missed appointments.
• Offers encouragement and support to students.
• Provides technical assistance using computerized programs.
• Prepares classrooms and closes building after classes.

Skills

Proficiency with spreadsheets, databases, and word processing

Ability to multi-task and prioritize

Strong attention to detail

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Dependable and punctual

Interest in and commitment to Bluffton Self Help's mission

Job description

Reports to: Director of Education Programs

Summary: This position provides administrative support for Bluffton Self Help’s education programs in Bluffton, SC. The ideal candidate is customer focused, data-driven, organized and results-oriented. He/she must also believe and exemplify and have passion for Bluffton Self Help’s mission, vision, and values.

Essential Responsibilities

• Serves as the point of contact with enrolled students, following up when students miss appointments, classes, or study sessions. Identifies potential problems affecting attendance and notifies a Center Manager.
• Offers students encouragement and support.
• Provides technical assistance to students and tutors using computerized programs. Oversees sign-in procedures and prepares monthly traffic reports.
• Provides information about programs and refers students to other BSH sites and programs if necessary.
• Provides general administrative support to management staff.
• Assists in the orientation, registration, and placement of prospective students and tutors, including those using computerized, self‑study programs.
• Assists in supporting the vision and culture of BSH.
• Prepares classrooms before classes and breaks down classrooms at the end of classes. Closes and locks up the building after classes.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred. Proficiency in both languages must include written and oral communication.
• Willingness to travel to/from BSH locations.

Skills and Qualifications

• Proficiency with spreadsheets, databases, and word processing.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a dynamic work environment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work as a team member with minimal supervision.
• Solid written and oral communication skills and excellent phone manners.
• Ability to work independently and with a team.
• Excellent time management skills, aptitude for proper task prioritization, and a result‑oriented work process.
• Professional demeanor, integrity, tact, and good judgement.
• Dependable and punctual.
• Interest in and commitment to Bluffton Self Help’s mission.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment

This job operates in a clerical, office, and classroom setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, textbooks, etc.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a part-time evening position. Hours are 4 – 8 p.m.. Monday through Thursday.

This job/position description does NOT constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the organizational needs and requirements of the job change.

To apply: email your cover letter and resume to [e-mail].

Bluffton Self Help is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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