Mayland Community College
PT GEAR UP Coordinator
Mayland Community College, Burnsville, North Carolina, United States, 28714
This position will implement and coordinate a community-wide effort between Mayland Community College, Yancey County Schools, and Appalachian State University as part of the GEAR Up grant funded through 2027. The intent of this position and the grant overall is to increase the awareness and participation of middle grades through high school and first year students in college and career preparation. More specifically grant work specifically focuses on preparing students for college and career readiness pathways and the transition from secondary and post-secondary education to career.
This is a part-time position, up to 8 hours per week.
PLEASE NOTE: This is a limited grant funded position. Funding for this position is only allocated through September 2027.
Responsibilities
Works closely with stakeholders (including MCC, YCS, and ASU) to leverage each partner’s resources in the interest of building a pipeline of future college graduates and future employees and documents activities associated with the GEAR Up Grant.
Keeps partners connected in a way that will assist students and families in better understanding the college culture and future employment opportunities from general awareness activities to completion of a career pathway.
Maintains records and reporting criteria needed as a partner in the GEAR Up grant.
Assist in the creation and submission of necessary documentation of efforts of the College in association with the GEAR Up grant goals.
Responsible for the activities with Yancey County Schools consistent with the goals and allowable activities as part of the GEAR Up grant.
Works with the Dean of the Yancey Campus, High School Liaison, local Yancey County Schools to assist with recruiting and placing students into a career pathway, incorporating Career and College promise.
Develops marketing & recruitment materials, in collaboration with the Marketing department.
Works with students of all backgrounds and academic levels.
Contributes to the College Vision, Mission, and Values.
Manage budget for supplies and events
Schedule, plan, and conduct campus tours for GEAR Up students and parents as needed
Attend and participate in GEAR UP meetings as needed.
Plans summer camps for students and completes tracking paperwork for Grant with the assistance of the Associate Vice President.
Host information sessions for students and their parents.
Other duties as needed for grant related activities.
Qualifications
Associate’s Degree or higher in counseling, social work, child development, education or related field
Strong ability to communicate with students, parents and school staff verbally and in writing
Excellent program coordination skills, including demonstrated record of completing tasks on time and within budget
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This is a part-time position, up to 8 hours per week.
PLEASE NOTE: This is a limited grant funded position. Funding for this position is only allocated through September 2027.
Responsibilities
Works closely with stakeholders (including MCC, YCS, and ASU) to leverage each partner’s resources in the interest of building a pipeline of future college graduates and future employees and documents activities associated with the GEAR Up Grant.
Keeps partners connected in a way that will assist students and families in better understanding the college culture and future employment opportunities from general awareness activities to completion of a career pathway.
Maintains records and reporting criteria needed as a partner in the GEAR Up grant.
Assist in the creation and submission of necessary documentation of efforts of the College in association with the GEAR Up grant goals.
Responsible for the activities with Yancey County Schools consistent with the goals and allowable activities as part of the GEAR Up grant.
Works with the Dean of the Yancey Campus, High School Liaison, local Yancey County Schools to assist with recruiting and placing students into a career pathway, incorporating Career and College promise.
Develops marketing & recruitment materials, in collaboration with the Marketing department.
Works with students of all backgrounds and academic levels.
Contributes to the College Vision, Mission, and Values.
Manage budget for supplies and events
Schedule, plan, and conduct campus tours for GEAR Up students and parents as needed
Attend and participate in GEAR UP meetings as needed.
Plans summer camps for students and completes tracking paperwork for Grant with the assistance of the Associate Vice President.
Host information sessions for students and their parents.
Other duties as needed for grant related activities.
Qualifications
Associate’s Degree or higher in counseling, social work, child development, education or related field
Strong ability to communicate with students, parents and school staff verbally and in writing
Excellent program coordination skills, including demonstrated record of completing tasks on time and within budget
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