Title: Program Manager, 11^th Grade

Department: SEO Scholars, High School

Report to: Assistant Director, 11^th Grade

Compensation: $64,100 - $73,300

FLSA: Exempt

LOCATION/HOURS

• This is a full-time, exempt position with a hybrid schedule requiring in-person work three days a week (including required Saturdays) and virtual work two days a week. The typical weekly schedule is as follows:
  • Fall Term: Tuesday through Saturday (3x a month); Monday through Friday (1x month)
  • Spring Term: Tuesday through Saturday (3x a month); Monday through Friday (1x month)
  • Summer Term: Monday through Friday
  • In-person attendance is required for all Saturday programming dates.
• Upon hire, all candidates must be within commutable distance of SEO’s offices at 55 Exchange Place, Suite #501, New York, NY 10005.
• Work requires local travel beyond the office for Saturday programming at the following locations (subject to change):
  • Long Island University
  • Baruch College

ABOUT SEO

For more than 60 years, SEO has created a more equitable society by closing the educational and career opportunity gap for ambitious Black, Hispanic/Latinx, and Native American young people. All are welcome to apply to our programs.

ABOUT SEO SCHOLARS 

SEO Scholars provides motivated, low-income public high school students with a rigorous out-of-school supplemental academic curriculum, college guidance, and the leadership development necessary to gain admission to and succeed at competitive colleges and universities. (Learn more here: SEO Scholars).

POSITION OVERVIEW

Program Managers at SEO Scholars are charged with building and maintaining a culture of high achievement and a supportive, family-like community that ultimately drives student performance in high school. The 11th Grade Program Manager leads a cohort of 80 Scholars through SEO programming during their 11th-grade year, including academic preparation, standardized test preparation, summer enrichment programming, and mentoring. They also work closely with the College Advising team to prepare our Scholars to apply and transition to college.  Reporting to the Assistant Director of 11^th grade, the position is part of a seven-person team that includes three 11th Grade Program Managers, a Manager of Enrichment Programs, Manager of Mentor Programs, and Program Coordinator.  All work together to support 250 Scholars through every aspect of 11th grade programming. 

STUDENT ADVISING AND MANAGEMENT

• In coordination with other 11th grade staff, lead and implement SEO Scholars programming on Saturdays, after school, and during the summer for a cohort of approximately 80 Scholars
• Provide data-driven academic advising to all Scholars in the cohort, including conducting meetings for students and parents, and working with Scholars 1:1 or in small groups
• Provide appropriate socioemotional guidance to all Scholars to ensure that they adhere to program policies and behavioral standards, and to support their successful completion of the program
• Develop content for program delivery and best practices for advising and supporting 11th grade Scholars
• Create and nurture an environment that encourages intellectual curiosity; an inclusive, close-knit and supportive community; and a college-going culture
• Support and guide Scholars through Summer Enrichment Program applications
• Track attendance and assignment completion rates; achieve attendance, retention, and assignment completion goals, and provide timely data to the Assistant Director
• Monitor grades in SEO Scholars classes, high school courses, and standardized test scores; use data to drive advising discussions with Scholars
• Conduct weekly instructor check-in meetings to gather information about Scholar performance, to develop action plans, and foster a community between instructors and Scholars

PROGRAM-WIDE SUPPORT

• Foster and maintain relationships with parents, school partners, volunteers, and corporate partners
• Support Scholars and volunteer mentors in building a productive, mutually beneficial relationship
• Support the SEO Scholars recruitment and admissions process by conducting interviews for prospective Scholars and participating in admissions deliberation discussions
• Collaborate with the Development department to advance SEO’s relationships with existing and prospective funders, including hosting visits to Saturday and Summer Academy, reporting on grade-specific data, and providing information on specific Scholars
• Assist in planning and coordination of a 3-day overnight college tour for all 11^th grade Scholars
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Experience teaching in a public/private middle or high school for 2+ years preferred (teaching experience in a NYC public high school highly preferred)
• Demonstrated passion for closing the achievement gap on the high school and college level for first-generation and low-income students

COMPETENCIES & SKILLS

• Data-driven and results-oriented with an unquestionable commitment to high-quality work
• Strong work ethic and entrepreneurial spirit that translates into successful accomplishment of program goals
• Highly adaptable and solutions-oriented with an ability to solve complex problems even when faced with resource limitations
• Excellent organizational skills, detail-orientation, and ability to multi-task and handle changing priorities
• Strong communicator and writer, including ability to effectively present in front of a room of 250 Scholars
• Excellent interpersonal skills and high level of professionalism
• Bilingual Spanish/English is highly desirable
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills and experience working with databases

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS 

SEO offers a competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits plan including low-cost health, vision, and dental options, a generous holiday schedule and PTO policies, disability coverage, fully paid time off for new parents, and employer contributions to health reimbursement and retirement accounts. We are constantly working to improve our benefits each year based on the needs of our employees. We value wellness and strive to consistently use a DEIB lens to put people first and foremost.

The compensation listed in this posting reflects what SEO believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant along with the requirements of the position, and SEO reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time.

EEOC Policy

At SEO we are committed to cultivating a team that embodies the backgrounds and experiences of the constituencies we serve and the communities we live in, and a workplace that reflects the impact we make in the world. Candidates from all communities – including people of color, women, members of the LGBTQIA+ Community, veterans, and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Equal Employment Opportunity is not just the law, it is our commitment.

Sponsors for Educational Opportunity is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer – M/F/D/V. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information or characteristics, or any other legally protected status.

If you need accommodation while applying for a role with SEO, due to a disability, please email SEO Talent.

THE ORGANIZATION

Established in 1963 by Michael Osheowitz, SEO (Sponsors for Educational Opportunity), is an educational non-profit focused on improving outcomes for students from underserved backgrounds. For over 60 years, SEO has been an innovator in education, mentorship, and creating educational programs and opportunities that maximize the full potential of our participants. Each year SEO serves 7,000+ participants nationally, and the organization is widely recognized for developing best-in-class programs with exceptional results.

Not every SEO participant is on the same journey, but all are hungry for opportunity and SEO creates an ecosystem of excellence. Learn more about SEO’s programs here: https://www.seo-usa.org/our-programs/