K-12 Rural Program Coordinator I

Texas A&M University Health Science Center; Bryan (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Paid holidays

Tuition assistance

Professional development

Job summary

Texas A&M University Health Science Center seeks a K-12 Rural Program Coordinator I to plan and implement outreach activities for the Rural Medicine ISD Program. You will develop engaging learning opportunities that introduce healthcare careers and support partnerships with schools, communities, and partners.

The role requires collaboration with faculty, staff, and students, along with event planning, curriculum delivery, and travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in teaching and/or program coordination.
• Two years of related experience in a school district setting or healthcare education.
• Texas teaching certification.
• Five years of experience in an educational setting.
• Experience with conference and event planning.
• Experience coordinating curriculum and working with faculty, staff, and students.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and coordinate outreach activities and events that promote healthcare career awareness for K-12 students.
• Coordinate learning opportunities, camps, field trips and virtual events aligned with program goals.
• Ensure compliance with youth protection guidelines and track participation.
• Prepare reports on attendance and outcomes for program growth.
• Build and maintain relationships with rural school districts and community partners.

Skills

CTE experience

Event planning

Curriculum coordination

Stakeholder engagement

Public school experience

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in teaching or program coordination

Texas teaching certification

Tools

MS Office

Job description

K-12 Rural Program Coordinator I

Job Type: Staff Job

Location: Bryan, Texas

Schedule and Location: Full-time | College Station, TX

Salary: Commensurate

Job Description

Our Commitment: Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

Who we are: As one of the fastest-growing academic health centers in the nation, Texas A&M Health encompasses five colleges and numerous centers and institutes working together to improve health through transformative education, innovative research and team-based health care delivery.

What we want: The K-12 Program Coordinator I, under general supervision, coordinates the planning, development, and implementation of outreach activities for the Rural Medicine ISD Program at Texas A&M University, Naresh K. Vashisht College of Medicine. The K-12 Program Coordinator I assists with developing and implementing engaging learning opportunities that introduce students to healthcare careers, while also supporting partnerships that strengthen rural health education. Collaborates effectively with schools, communities, and healthcare partners.

What you need to know

Salary: Commensurate

Schedule/Location: Full-time | College Station, TX

Qualifications

• Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in teaching and/or program coordination.
• Two (2) years of related experience working in a school district setting, experience with pathway programs or healthcare education or related areas.
• Texas teaching certification.
• Five (5) years' experience working in educational setting.
• Previous TAMU experience.
• Experience with conference and event planning.
• Experience working with faculty, staff, and students.
• Experience managing and/or coordinating the delivery of curriculum.
• Experience working as a CTE or science teacher in Texas public school.
• Knowledge of junior high and high school pathway programs.
• A Class "C" vehicle operator's license or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal, leadership, problem solving, and organizational skills.
• Maintains attention to detail and utilizes sound judgement.
• Ability to work cooperatively with others.

Program Planning and Implementation

• Plans, organizes, and coordinates outreach activities and events that promote healthcare career awareness for K-12 students.
• Plans and implements learning opportunities, camps, field trips and virtual learning events that align with program goals.
• Coordinates logistics for program events, such as med camps and field trip experiences.
• Ensures compliance with youth protection (UYP) program guidelines.
• Tracks participation, assists in outcome evaluation, and prepares reports to inform program development and growth.
• Responds to inquiries regarding program offerings.

Fiscal Management

• Manages and secures vendor contracts for events including hotels, catering, space rental, etc.
• Tracks expenditures and processes purchases.

Stakeholder Relationships

• Establishes and maintains strong working relationships with rural school districts, teachers and community stakeholders.
• Prepare presentations for internal & external partners.
• Represents the program at meetings, conferences and community events.
• May develop and update training materials and deliver training sessions.

Reporting & Documentation

• Prepares reports on program attendance and activities.
• Provides documentation and data to team that represents the impact of the K-12 Rural Medicine Outreach.
• Maintains documentation and reports as required by TAMU University Youth Programs.

Additional Information

Machines or equipment used in the performance of essential duties: Computer, Telephone, Copy machine, Proficiency with personal computer and office software (i.e., communication, scheduling, and documentation tools).

Physical Requirements: Ability to travel independently to other and/or remote locations by driving. Ability to work in weather conditions, including heat and cold.

Other Requirements and Factors: This position is security sensitive. This position requires compliance with state and federal laws/codes and Texas A&M University System/TAMU policies, regulations, rules and procedures. All tasks and job responsibilities must be performed safely without injury to self or others in compliance with System and University safety requirements. This position may require up to 30% or more travel. This position may require work beyond normal office hours and/or work on weekends. This position is funded from grant and/or contract funding, which is renewed through provisions of the grantor of the contract. Therefore, this position is contingent upon continuation of funding from these grants and/or contracts, as well as satisfactory job performance. This position allows alternate work location per TAMU guidelines.

Why Texas A&M University?

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums.
• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays.
• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month.
• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas.
• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time.
• Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more.
• Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee.
• Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer. The Texas A&M University System is one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation, with a statewide network of twelve universities, eight state agencies, a comprehensive health science center, Texas A&M-Fort Worth and Texas A&M-RELLIS. The A&M System is committed to providing an educational and work environment that is conducive to the personal and professional development of each employee. Each member institution provides equal opportunity and access to all students, employees and prospective employees.