College Connection Coach

We are seeking a highly skilled College Connection Coach to join our team. In this role, you will leverage your technical and functional abilities to advise, mentor, and assist high school aged youth with their high school-based college courses, and pathways. Additionally, you will serve as a coordinator for the Accelerated Associates Degree program known as ASAP. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of advising, project management, and communication skills, coupled with a passion for delivering outstanding customer service and data driven results in a dynamic environment.

The following is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with this position may be assigned. All responsibilities will be conducted within the parameters of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), other applicable regulatory requirements, and professional standards.

• Experience in student advising and/or high school classroom management (teaching, counseling, or support). Key Responsibilities: The following is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with this position may be assigned. All responsibilities will be conducted within the parameters of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), other applicable regulatory requirements, and professional standards.

• Advise high school students about pathways to academic degrees and transfer opportunities with Ivy Tech by creating individual academic plans/degree trackers. Advise students in clarifying personal and academic career goals using appropriate student development, human development, and student learning theories.

• Coordinate ASAP program- Provide student communication, calendar planning, event coordination, data tracking and technical support to assist in the maintenance of the Associate Accelerated Program (ASAP).

• Manage assigned schools’ dual credit and dual enrollment courses from application through registration. Work with teachers and students to assist with Dual Enroll applications, Knowledge Assessment, and course registration.

• Maintain ongoing communication and good public relations with high school students, parents, and school personnel by coordinating school visits and other recruiting and information activities. Collaborate with high school counselors, teachers, and school personnel to address student needs/issues when appropriate.

• Maintain, update, and distribute dual credit, dual enrollment, and credential attainment resource materials to college and high school personnel.

• Monitor academic progress of assigned dual credit students. Monitor student progress through a communication plan, regular meetings, interventions, assessments, and data collection and analysis. Manage student connection caseload in a manner that promotes retention, persistence, and student success through proactive interactions and interventions.

• Promote dual credit and dual enrollment opportunities to high school staff, students, and parents. Provide information about the College and promote relevant programs to students.

• Record and maintain student records through multiple student management tools.

• Assist students in gaining a basic understanding of the College's registration process and processes that need to be completed before the beginning of each semester for both dual credit and students. Assist students in interpreting and understanding placement scores, program curricula, pre-requisites, etc.

• Demonstrate a strong commitment to student development and success through advocacy, positive attitude, adaptability, approachability, problem-solving, and support.

• Maintain current knowledge of the institution's academic programs, policies, curriculum, and student policies.

• Participate and assist in the coordination of on-campus and off-campus events that support all stakeholders and K-14 program initiatives. This may include some evening or weekend activities.

• Serve on committees as assigned.

While formal education or certifications may be beneficial, or even required for certain positions, what we need are candidates who can demonstrate the practical skills and experience necessary to excel in this role. A proven track record of student guidance will be prioritized.

• Bachelor's degree required. Minimum of one (1) year of relevant experience.

• Demonstrated ability to implement processes aligned with student focused goals.

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, are required.

• Good public relations skills and self-motivation required.

• Must possess the required knowledge and skills of computers and related software applications for program planning and implementation, including record-keeping.

• Must be able to travel throughout Central Indiana(Marion, Boone, and Hendricks in a mobile office environment. Must have reliable internet access for mobile office environment.

• Experience working in higher education or with high school-age youth.

• Master’s degree

• Multiple medical plan options paired with a Health Savings Account with a generous employer contribution

• Dental plan with no-cost preventive services and coverage for orthodontia

• Vision plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses

• Employee Assistance Program offering no-cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources

• Wellness program with opportunities to earn $250 in Wellness Rewards

• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare (limited purpose) and dependent care

• 10% employer retirement contribution, fully vested after two years

• Basic life insurance equal to annual salary paid by the College, with optional supplemental coverage

• Short-term and long-term disability benefits

• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and winter recess

• Flexible work arrangements where available

• Paid childbirth recovery leave (8 weeks)

• Paid parental leave (4 weeks)