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Austin Partners in Education (APIE) serves over 2,000 public school students each week to help them develop skills and access opportunities for success in higher education and lifelong careers. We are a mission-driven, student-focused nonprofit, which means our jobs offer countless ways for you to have an impact on students, schools, and the Greater Austin community. If you are passionate about helping students succeed, love a challenge, thrive when given autonomy, and achieve results, consider becoming a part of the APIE team. APIE was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents in 2022 by Early Matters Greater Austin, and we encourage healthy work-life balance in our diverse and inclusive workplace. Join us as we lean into the new challenges and opportunities in public education. Together, we can make a difference.

Position Overview

We are hiring 2 coordinators – one for College Readiness & one for GEAR UP. Both positions are responsible for assisting in the implementation of APIE’s College Readiness and GEAR UP programs at seven high schools.

This is a full-time exempt position with benefits. The compensation range for this position is $45,000-$47,000 annually and is based upon the successful candidate’s education, skills, experience and potential for contribution towards the mission of Austin Partners in Education.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the GEAR UP & College Readiness manager in overall program implementation strategy to reach student achievement goals
• Collaborate with school district and campus partners to plan program implementation and refine it during the school year
• Lead the data collection process for grant reporting
• Analyze student data to make strategic implementation decisions Maintain accurate data and records on student participation and tutor activities at assigned high schools
• Assist in the hiring process of APIE’s GEAR UP and College Readiness advocates including screening, interviewing and onboarding candidates
• Create and maintain advocate work schedules based on campus and student needs
• Assist with GEAR UP & College Readiness training aligned to AISD curriculum and instructional strategies and establish protocols for working with students in various instructional settings
• Provide sustained support and management to all assigned tutors

Knowledge and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• 3+ years of demonstrated leadership in an educational and/or non-profit environment
• Strong project and program management experience
• Excellent Google Sheets & Excel knowledge
• Demonstrated ability to establish clear processes and procedures to ensure effective and efficient program delivery
• Strong organizational and team leadership skills
• Strong and effective oral and written communication skills
• Salesforce knowledge/skills preferred

Please email cover letter and resume to collegeready@austinpartners.org. 

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Austin Partners in Education (APIE) serves over 2,000 public school students each week to help them develop skills and access opportunities for success in higher education and lifelong careers. We are a mission-driven, student-focused nonprofit, which means our jobs offer countless ways for you to have an impact on students, schools, and the Greater Austin community. If you are passionate about helping students succeed, love a challenge, thrive when given autonomy, and achieve results, consider becoming a part of the APIE team.

APIE was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents in 2022 by Early Matters Greater Austin, and we encourage healthy work-life balance in our diverse and inclusive workplace. Join us as we lean into the new challenges and opportunities in public education. Together, we can make a difference.

Position Overview

The School Connections Manager oversees our school-based mentoring program for grades 6-12, helps direct community members into volunteer opportunities at AISD schools, supports community partnerships and trains and supports AISD campus staff responsible for coordinating APIE mentoring and campus volunteer programs. The School Connections Manager reports to the Program Director.

This is a full-time exempt position with benefits. The compensation range for this position is $50,000-55,000 annually and is based upon the successful candidate’s education, skills, experience, and potential for contribution towards the mission of Austin Partners in Education.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and nurture supportive relationships with school coordinators and principals.
• Manage school-based mentor program through development of recruitment and training materials, mentor training, ongoing mentor and school coordinator support, produce and disseminate mentor support materials, process registrations and training, and assist in placement of volunteers at requesting schools
• Support school coordinators in volunteer recruitment and placement
• Collect, organize, analyze and communicate information about each school’s volunteers, donations and partners
• Utilize Salesforce.com database to track mentors, school coordinators, and community partners.
• Work with APIE Operations Team to continue to build and improve processes that support the program
• Provide training and ongoing support to campus coordinators regarding how to utilize and benefit from APIE services
• Facilitate online partner portal donations and connect to schools
• Oversee APIE and AISD’s annual volunteer recognition process for outstanding school volunteers and PTAs

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field
• Minimum 5 years professional experience
• Ability to manage many ongoing projects and relationships
• Ability to manage projects independently and to work collaboratively as a member of a fast-paced, cross-functional team
• Ability to manage large amounts of database information; excellent attention to details
• Demonstrated ability to lead effective trainings and presentations
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong problem-solving skills and work ethic
• Positive attitude and flexibility to meet APIE’s commitments
• Reliable transportation and willingness to travel to schools across Austin ISD
• Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office suite

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Salesforce.com
• Spanish Fluency
• Experience with PTA/PTO
• Experience in event planning

Please email cover letter, resume, and salary requirements to careers@austinpartners.org.