Program Coordinator, Student Success & Inclusion

Florida International University; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida International University’s FIU Embrace program seeks a Program Coordinator to support daily operations and long‑term development of the postsecondary education initiative. You will provide high‑quality academic, vocational, and social guidance to students with intellectual and developmental disabilities throughout their college experience.

You will work with students, families, faculty, mentors, and VR counselors to coordinate services, manage records, and assist with tuition processing

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and two years of office or related experience.
• Bilingual (e.g. Spanish, Creole).
• Experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Supports onboarding of new students and maintains updated educational plans, including course schedules, registration assistance, and program of study documentation.
• Provides academic guidance and course selection support in alignment with students' goals and capabilities.
• Coordinates services with faculty, Graduate Assistants, mentors, and VR counselors to coordinate services and ensure timely documentation and tuition processing.
• Maintains secure, up-to-date records for all students, academic mentors, faculty mentors, Graduate Assistants, and volunteers.
• Delivers independent living skills seminars and supports students in building life and self‑advocacy skills.
• Tracks student academic performance and documents progress indicators; assists with program events and deadlines.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Bilingual

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Florida International University’s FIU Embrace program seeks a Program Coordinator to support daily operations and long‑term development of the postsecondary education initiative. You will provide high‑quality academic, vocational, and social guidance to students with intellectual and developmental disabilities throughout their college experience.

You will work with students, families, faculty, mentors, and VR counselors to coordinate services, manage records, and assist with tuition processing