Manager of Undergraduate Scholar Support in Michigan
The Golden Apple Foundation
Salaried / Exempt, Full-time Position
About Us: Golden Apple is a non-profit organization that works to inspire, develop and support teacher and school leader excellence, especially in schools-of-need. Our leading-edge preparation delivers exceptional teachers who make an impact. We help students thrive in the classroom and in life. Since our beginning, we have recognized master educators annually; and, these master educators help prepare the next generation of teachers. To date, Golden Apple has recruited over 5,000 diverse, aspiring teachers into the teaching profession and is actively expanding to deliver an annual impact that systematically improves schools.
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Summary: The Golden Apple Foundation is seeking aManager of Undergraduate Scholar Support Services in Michigan to ensure all undergraduate Scholars remain on-track to graduate with their undergraduate degree in teaching by addressing the requisite support necessary to achieving this goal.
Reports to: Michigan, Chief Program Officer
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with the Chief Program Officer to assess, design, implement, monitor, and evaluate the requisite support services for the Undergraduate Scholars.
- In conjunction with the Chief Program Officer, build and manage relationships with all third-party support services providers, including but not limited to University Liaisons at their respective campuses.
- Measure the success of our undergraduate Scholars individually and collectively to improve our undergraduate graduation and persistence rates.
- Collect necessary undergraduate performance data (e.g., academic transcripts) and ensure comprehensive and accurate record-keeping in our master system of record.
- Visit universities and colleges across Michigan to support Scholars and maintain a working understanding of resources/supports available to Scholars on campus.
- Lead monthly status meetings with Senior Leadership regarding Scholar updates.
- Facilitate the delivery and design of requisite professional development for undergraduate Scholars via Scholar Institutes (professional development sessions in the summer) and other opportunities.
- Collaborate with colleagues in Golden Apple to ensure smooth transitions and hand-offs.
- Maintain confidentiality regarding sensitive information.
- Other tasks as assigned by the Chief Program Officer, and/or the Senior Leadership team.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree preferred; Experience in K-12 education or academic coaching strongly preferred
- Strong entrepreneurial attitude including drive for results and proven ability to stay focused on goals; ability to prioritize competing priorities and meet deadlines
- Strong computer and internet proficiency, including but not limited to Microsoft Office, Google G-Suite, and database applications
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, together with the ability to work collaboratively and courteously with undergraduate students and external partners; strong written communication and presentation skills
- Possess strong organizational and project management skills, able to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously with attention to detail
- Willing to travel throughout Michigan up to 50% of the time
- Willingness to learn, ask questions, and evolve; ability to reflect on processes and make improvements
- Able to work independently, including, at times, outside of regular working hours
- Able to communicate and collaborate effectively both verbally and in writing with team members
- Ability to engage in self-reflection and participate professionally in constructive conversations
- Must be a Michigan resident
Application Process:
This is a grant-funded position that is subject to the future availability of funds.
Click the link to apply: Golden Apple Application Link
And submit a resume and tailored cover letter detailing why you are an excellent fit for this position in one combined PDF document to GArecruiting@goldenapple.org
The Golden Apple Foundation for Excellence in Teaching is an equal-opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of all types. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Consistent with state and federal law, the Golden Apple Foundation for Excellence in Teaching provides reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of the job, please contact GArecruiting@goldenapple.org.
