Enrichment Coordinator - #182776

Posting Number EHRA866P Quick Link for Internal Postings https://jobs.wcu.edu/postings/28107 Classification Title Coordinator Working Title Enrichment Coordinator - #182776 Department Lab School Anticipated Hiring Range Based on qualifications/experience, internal equity, and departmental budget restrictions. About WCU

Western Carolina University continues to rank high on Forbes 'Best Employers' lists each year. Including:

• 2024 - Ranking in the top 8.5% on Forbes 'America's Best Midsize Employers' list, WCU was ranked 34 out of the top 400 employers across all industries.
• 2023 - Ranked in the top 20% on Forbes 'America's Best Midsize Employers' list, WCU was ranked 97 out of the top 500 employers across all industries.
• 2022 - Ranked 14th in the top 100 employers in North Carolina in Forbes 'America's Best Employers by State' list.

Western Carolina University is the UNC system's westernmost campus and has been consistently ranked as one of the top 15 public regional institutions in the South.

Employees of WCU are provided a comprehensive benefits package as well as other resources, policies and programs to ensure a happy and healthy work/life balance. Benefit eligible employees have access to dental, vision and health insurance plans - eligibility begins on the first of the month following date of hire. Retirement plan contributions begin on the eligibility date following election and include employer contributions for either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan. Optional disability plans are also available.

Eligible employees have access to tuition waivers for up to three courses per academic year; employee may enroll at any of the constituent UNC System campuses. Also offered are free group exercise classes multiple times per week, a discounted membership to the campus recreation center, free vaccine and booster shots offered on campus, pretax flexible spending accounts, 12 paid holidays and 24 hours of paid community service leave each year. Paid vacation and sick leave accrual begin after first month of employment. Paid parental leave after 12 months of continuous service.

WCU offers an abundance of training and development programs, certifications, workshops and conferences - many of which are offered free of charge.

Position Summary

The primary location of this position is on the main Cullowhee, NC campus.

The Enrichment Coordinator will have oversight of daily school extracurricular activities, provide for enhanced student-learning opportunities for students of The Catamount School, report to the school's principal, and work collaboratively with Western Carolina University faculty and staff as well as external community members on behalf of The Catamount School.

The Catamount School (TCS) Enrichment Coordinator will be expected to:

• Develop and maintain the enrichment schedule

• Develop and maintain TCS calendar and manage logistics of enrichment curriculum and opportunities, including outreach and communications with all guests, experts, visitors etc. Provide classroom support, develop enrichment activities, and ensure coverage of all electives and clubs.

• Monitor supplies and materials involved in enrichment and communicate order information to admin specialist

• Instruct enrichment groups, as needed

• Serve as a club coach

• Coordinate enrichment volunteers

• Serve as the point of contact for all TCS volunteers as well community-based projects and service learning opportunities.

• Advise a portion of TCS students, when needed

• Assist in supervision of students during enrichment times or other times including morning duty, lunch duty and afternoon duty.

• Attend, assist with and serve as point of contact for the Parent Teacher Organization (PTO).

• Supervise background checks and maintain records for volunteers

• Serve as coordination and manager of field trips to various places on WCU Campus, the community, and beyond. This includes coordination of bus reservations, outreach, logistics and collaboration with teachers on related learning outcomes.

• Collaborate with teachers to integrate enrichment curriculum and special learning opportunities within core academic classes.

• Serves as the liaison and coordinator for all visitors. TCS commonly hosts special visitors on our campus. The Enrichment Coordinator may be asked to lead or join tours for prospective students and families, community members, WCU faculty or other representatives, and others.

• Coordinate school communications such as the weekly newsletter and regular social media posts and campaigns.

• Serve as the point-of-contact and assist in the planning of events such as orientation, Visit the Village night, school dances, etc.

• Serve on recruitment team which includes events and sharing of information to potential students and families.

The position is time-limited, based upon funding sources other than continuing state budget funds. As such, continuation of employment is contingent upon availability of funds.

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor's Degree in a related field and a minimum of two years of experience developing, coordinating and facilitating youth programming are required.

Experience in coordinating and facilitating student services/youth programming; able to deliver age appropriate presentations and activities.

Excellent oral and written communication skills required in order to promote positive relationships and work effectively with internal and external audiences.

Demonstrates an understanding of needs of those traditionally underrepresented in education.

Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

Preference will be given for the following: Master's Degree in Education, Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, The Arts or related areas. Experience working with middle grades school students and outreach programming in rural education environments preferred.

Position Type Permanent Full-Time Number of Hours Per Week 40 Number of Months Per Year 12

Posting Text

Open Date 06/28/2024 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants

Application materials must be submitted online. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until a candidate has been selected for hire.

Please include cover letter, resume and a list references with complete contact information.

For questions or additional information please contact Angela Lunsford at alunsford@email.wcu.edu

Background/E-Verify

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks.

Western Carolina University uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. Proper documentation of identity and employability are required at the time of employment.

Credential Verification

All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified within 30 days of employment. All new employees who will be teaching are required to provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment. Transcripts should be provided for the highest earned degree and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements.

AA/EOE

Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; national origin; age; disability; genetic information; political affiliation; National Guard or veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North Carolina. Additionally, the University promotes the realization of equal employment opportunity for minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and veterans through its affirmative action program.

Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call (828) 227-7218 or email at jobs@email.wcu.edu.

University Safety

The Western Carolina University Annual Safety Report is available online at University Annual Safety Report or in hard-copy by request at the office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, 227 HFR Administration Building, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7147) or the Office of University Police, 111 Camp Annex, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7301). The report, required of all universities participating in Title IV student financial aid programs, discusses crime statistics, procedures for reporting suspicious or criminal activity, security, police authority, crime prevention strategies, university policies on substance abuse and sexual offenses, workplace violence and fire safety.