S

South Texas College

Dual Credit Success Coach

EducationUpdated on Nov 12
Full-timeWeslaco, TX, USA$60.2k

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree is required.
  • Excellent oral, written, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook), and internet research skills.
  • Excellent counseling and advising skills.
  • Familiarity with the College’s programs, policies, procedures, and academic standards.
  • Knowledge of the specific needs of special populations.
  • Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to exercise discretion and sound judgment.
  • Ability to prioritize, organize, and complete multiple tasks with attention to detail and within stated deadlines.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within the department and with others.
  • Ability to work evenings and/or weekends as needed and travel throughout the college district using reliable personal transportation.
  • Ability to write routine reports, correspondence, and procedure manuals.
  • Ability to speak and present information and respond to inquiries from executive management, faculty, staff, students, and public groups.
  • Ability to apply practical understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
  • Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
  • Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
  • Must have or qualify for a valid Texas driver's license and provide proof of liability insurance.
  • Applicants are subject to a criminal background check under South Texas College policy.

Responsibilities

  • Advise dual credit students on requirements and expectations for college-level academic and workforce courses so they are prepared to fulfill course requirements.
  • Coordinate and supervise implementation of instructional plans and student initiatives that prepare students for college courses with partnering schools.
  • Serve as the primary contact for Texas Education Agency leadership meetings with designated partnering-school high schools to comply with Blueprint Institution of Higher Education requirements.
  • Coordinate Summer Bridge Program activities and other college-related events for partnering school districts.
  • Develop, lead, and facilitate professional development workshops for school districts and higher education faculty and staff participating in Dual Credit Program initiatives.
  • Provide general information on policies and procedures related to academic probation and suspension, dropping courses, and satisfactory academic progress.
  • Collaborate with designated South Texas College faculty and staff to provide instruction and support services for academic and student initiatives and activities.
  • Create and foster partnerships with area school districts, colleges, universities, employers, and service providers for collaborative student-success efforts.
  • Coordinate and facilitate degree audits for dual credit students and school staff, and meet individually with schools to guide them through degree pathways, course schedules, degree completion, and transferability.
  • Develop and present seminars to students and high school administrators, teachers, and staff on higher education processes, including policies and procedures.
  • Collect, analyze, and interpret data on student progress and overall dual credit student performance.
  • Train and guide students and high school staff on Blackboard, JagNet, and Degree Works.
  • Support school parental-involvement projects, including presentations on college admissions, requirements, and program expectations.
  • Maintain knowledge of the College’s programs, policies, procedures, academic standards, admissions process, entrance tests, degree plans, and courses.
  • Use discretion and independent judgment, consulting the Director on unusual or problematic concerns.
  • Manage confidential and computerized student information in accordance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).
  • Develop training, assign schedules, and support the evaluation of assigned Dual Credit Advisors; provide staff guidance and direction.
  • Represent the College at local, state, and national conferences and other events.
  • Serve as a Campus Security Authority.
  • Travel throughout the college district as needed.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

  • A master's degree is preferred.
  • Three years of experience working with dual credit programs and/or students is preferred.
  • Experience in a higher education institution is preferred.
  • Bilingual English/Spanish ability is preferred.

About the Company

Company size
Not listed
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Not listed
Founded
Not listed

Recently Posted Jobs

Explore more opportunities at South Texas College

See more jobs