Education Coordinator – Southern or Northern Ohio Region

Remote

$42,000 annually

Jobs Closes: February 4, 2024 – Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

This position requires a connection with and travel to Southern Ohio or Northern Ohio. While not required, individuals who reside in Southern Ohio or Northern Ohio will be given preference. The region will be determined based on the location where the successful applicant resides.

As part of the Foster Success Education Services team, the Education Coordinator advances the organization’s mission by ensuring students are heard, supported, and empowered through access to educational programs and resources. This position will advance the organization’s mission by ensuring teens and young adults who have experienced foster care have access to the Education and Training Voucher (ETV) information, funding, and education success coaching in Ohio.

The Education Coordinator will provide direct support to students who have experienced foster care in Ohio. This individual will support ETV recipients attending postsecondary institutions in southern/northern Ohio as well as those attending postsecondary institutions located out of state. The Education Coordinator will work with the Assistant Director of Education to deliver the ETV/college success coaching and act as a resource for students.

The Education Coordinator reports to the Assistant Director of Education in Ohio.

Primary Responsibilities

• 60% Program Management/Student Assistance – Work collaboratively with the Assistant Director of Postsecondary Education to support and coach Ohio ETV students. Work one-on-one with ETV students to ensure they meet student identified goals and objectives in a personalized education success plan. Provide supportive services leading to academic persistence and completion to students. This may include problem-solving for transportation, housing, financial, emotional/psychological, and drug/alcohol issues through monthly meetings and as needed. Occasional travel throughout the region and to the main Foster Success Education Services office in Indianapolis will be expected.

• 20% Outreach and Awareness – Represent Foster Success Education Services on issues related to foster youth and educational success. Represent the organization in meetings with regional partners and by attending partner events. Represent the organization to the public as a child welfare thought leader–especially in regards to educational success. Provide ongoing input, information, and materials that support internal and external communication efforts about opportunities and programming.
• 20% Data Reporting and Tracking – Utilize Salesforce and internal data collection tools to track, monitor, and report program engagement and outcomes. Work with the Assistant Director of Education to continue to improve program outcomes aligned with the Foster Success Education Services mission. Prepare and maintain case files, records, reports, and forms accurately and completely in real time.

Position Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree is required. A degree in any of the following disciplines is preferred: Education, Social Work, Human Development, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience working with individuals affected by foster care or similar populations required. Previous work experience in child welfare or education is preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge in college student retention and development.
• Experience working with young adults between the ages of 14-26 from diverse backgrounds and the ability to create inclusive environments for both participants and partners. Demonstrates comfort working alongside teens and young adults with varying strengths and challenges.
• Demonstrates success in the areas of program implementation, and process improvement.
• Ability to represent Foster Success Education Services with regional community partners, agencies.
• Ability to work well independently and as a member of a highly integrated and diverse team.
• Demonstrated ability to solve problems and manage conflict.
• Proven creative problem-solving techniques, openness to change and desire for continual feedback, and an ability to adapt in a rapidly evolving environment.
• Ability to take initiative and work autonomously as needed to achieve departmental goals.

All Foster Success Education Services employees are expected to:

• Display a strong commitment to the inclusion of all individuals in the workplace.
• Adhere to all policies and procedures outlined in the Foster Success Education Services employment agreements and the organizational Handbook, including all confidentiality requirements for all client information.
• Proficiency in computer skills and an experience with and knowledge of relevant software, particularly Salesforce, Zoom, and Google and Microsoft Products.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule that includes some weekends and/or evenings in order to meet responsibilities of this position and organizational goals.
• Hold a valid Driver’s License and have access to a vehicle or the ability to rent a vehicle for work-related travel.