Program Coordinator / Case Manager

JOB TITLE: Program Coordinator/Case Manager

HIRE DATE: ASAP

SUMMARY:

Breakthrough provides a path from middle school to college for students who will be first-generation college graduates. Founded in 2001, Breakthrough Austin annually admits more than 120 middle school students and makes a six-year commitment to their success in school. The program includes summer sessions at the University of Texas and Manor New Tech High School, school year support and advocacy, and comprehensive college counseling. The program currently serves over 500 students, including students in grades seven through twelve and those in college. Breakthrough’s first class of students graduated from high school in 2008.

Breakthrough Austin seeks a talented, enthusiastic, and bilingual program team member who will work collaboratively with the Breakthrough team to design, manage, and deliver program activities that are aligned to best practices in the field of education, youth development, and college readiness and persistence. The Coordinator will also establish and maintain contacts with students, school personnel, parents, and Breakthrough staff in an effort to provide high quality and continuously improving programs and services.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Design, plan and lead high quality and engaging academic and enrichment programs and activities with the goal of promoting success in school and completion of college
  • Develop and maintain relationships with a diverse group of low-income, students and families
  • Advise students in choosing and gaining entrance into college preparatory courses; monitor and ensure rigorous course placement and academic success
  • Identify critical needs of students and provide timely and appropriate interventions and/or refer students/families to community resources as needed
  • Identify and coordinate engaging summer  learning and leadership opportunities for students
  • Maintain contact with all students’ teachers and develop relationships with appropriate school officials
  • Meet and communicate regularly with parents/families on student progress, including conducting regular student/family conferences
  • Meet regularly and work collaboratively with other staff members and volunteers in order to support students and families
  • Support program evaluation efforts and make continuous program improvements to achieve outcomes
  • Maintain individual student records in an effort to monitor educational progress and personal growth
  • Support and manage volunteers, interns, and other service providers, including tutors, mentors, counselors, etc.
  • Share in the supervision of after-school homework help and tutoring
  • Perform other duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Strong commitment to the mission and values of the organization
  • Bachelors’ degree from an accredited four-year university
  • Spanish bilingual required
  • Excellent verbal, written and visual communication skills
  • Ability to work with and motivate a broad spectrum of people (ethnic, socioeconomic, educational, professional, and generational)
  • Ability to advocate effectively while maintaining positive working relationships
  • Ability to work both collaboratively as part of a team effort and independently with minimal supervision
  • Willingness and ability to take initiative as appropriate
  • Strong desire to learn and grow professionally
  • Highly organized with the ability to multi-task and deliver commitments in a timely manner
  • Disciplined, strong work ethic and comfort with working non-standard hours (weekends and evenings)
  • Proficiency in the use of the computer, with expertise in MS Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
  • 2+ years of teaching experience or equivalent work experience preferred

HOURS:

  • Breakthrough is a fast-paced, needs-responsive environment.  While office hours can be flexible, full-time employees typically work more than 40 hours per week on a regular basis.
  • Some evening and weekend work is required

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

  • Competitive annual salary, depending on qualifications and experience
  • Health, dental and vision insurance; Breakthrough pays 100% of employee premiums

TO APPLY:

Please submit resume, a cover letter describing your interest and qualifications for the position, salary requirements, and a list of three references via e-mail to openings@breakthroughaustin.org.