**Public Education & Business Coalition is seeking a part-time **AdvanceEDU Coordinator to support the shared mission and vision of PEBC and AdvanceEDU in decreasing barriers to the profession of teaching that disproportionately impact historically marginalized communities.
WHAT WE DO
Public Education & Business Coalition (PEBC) is a Colorado-based 501(c)3 organization that provides professional development services for practicing educators locally and nationally, and operates the PEBC Teacher Residency program that trains well-qualified new teachers for high-needs schools. PEBC's goal is to provide training and professional learning to cultivate highly effective P-12 educators who are dedicated to students' social, emotional and cultural needs as well as growth and achievement. PEBC works closely with practitioners, policymakers, business leaders and other stakeholders to advise the development and implementation of sound K-12 education policy. In our work with educators and as an employer, we adopt an asset-based approach to cultivating a collaborative community of learners. PEBC values responsive and reflective practice and operates in a culture of positive intention and respect. The Mission of PEBC is to cultivate educators worthy of each and every learner.
THE OPPORTUNITY
AdvanceEDU and PEBC partnered in 2022 to create a sustainable pathway for paraeducators and K-12 involved professionals who have yet to complete a bachelor's degree to become licensed teachers in Colorado with the goal of diversifying Colorado's educator workforce. In this program students will work with AdvanceEDU and its college collaborators to complete a bachelor's degree and then receive priority application status to PEBC's teacher residency program, which is widely considered as the best alternative pathway to becoming a teacher in Colorado.
The shared PEBC and AdvanceEDU Recruitment Specialist works to build a strong, diverse and sustainable pipeline of students into the AdvanceEDU and PEBC teacher development program. A majority of this position's time will be spent cultivating K-12 relationships, presenting to prospective future teachers, meeting individually with school leaders and prospective future teachers, while working with AdvanceEDU's Student Success team to support individual students enrolled in the pathway.
This position reports to the Director of Recruitment and Alumni Engagement.
This is a part time position based in Denver, Colorado in a hybrid work setting.
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING
● Developing relationships with K-12 schools, districts, charter networks, and teacher education programs/resources with the aim towards recruiting staff at those institutions into a teacher education pathway.
● Presenting, tabling and engaging in group settings with prospective future teachers on behalf of PEBC and AdvanceEDU.
● Supporting prospective and enrolled AdvanceEDU students in developing pathways aligned with career aspirations in teaching and education.
● Working alongside the PEBC Community Outreach and Inclusion Manager to engage and support diverse and international students.
● Collaborating with AdvanceEDU Student Success Team to ensure that enrolled students have needed support to successfully transition to the PEBC Teacher Residency Program and then onto a full-time teaching career.
● Participating in PEBC Workplace Requirements and Development including:
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential Qualifications :
Minimum requirements include:
○ Bachelor's Degree, ideally in teaching or education leadership
○ 2-5 years of experience working in customer service, advising, counseling, sales or related fields
○ 1-3 years of experience working with K-12 administrators, counselors and teachers or working in a K-12 is a plus
WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO OUR ORGANIZATION
● Commitment to the mission and core values of PEBC and AdvanceEDU
● Deep understanding of PEBC Residency and AdvanceEDU offerings
● Ability to contribute and move teams towards a shared goal by building and supporting collaborative relationships
● Ability to skillfully balance multiple responsibilities and projects while performing at a high level in a fast-paced environment
● On-going commitment to personal development in social justice or diversity, equity, and inclusion work
● Strong communication and writing skills, including the ability to convey complex information clearly
● Strong organizational and administrative skills with attention to detail; ability to streamline processes
The successful candidate:
● Possesses the ability to influence
● Delivers results
● Is innovative
● Possesses organization and job knowledge
● Values and contributes to Teamwork and is collaborative
● Is self-motivated and self-directed
● Utilizes strong written and oral communication skills
● Has strong problem solving skills
● Works well independently with minimal supervision
WHAT OUR ORGANIZATION IS PROVIDING
● The expected starting annual salary range for this position is $38,000- $48,000. PEBC is committed to offering competitive and equitable compensation commensurate with experience and education.
● 403(b) plan with discretionary match
● You can buy into the Health Benefits package which includes
o Cigna PPO health insurance
o Health Savings Account (HSA)
o Dental and Vision
o Voluntary Life and AD&D benefits
o Voluntary Disability Benefits
o Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
● Mileage reimbursement
● Paid time off – 12 days (prorated per full time employee)
● 11 paid holidays, including one floating holiday (prorated per full time employee)
● Paid sick leave accrued at 4 hours per month, up to a max of 160 hours per year (prorated per full time employee)
● PEBC has a flexible work environment where employees can choose to work from home or the office with
at least occasional time in the office; residence in the state of Colorado is required
PEBC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. In addition to federal law requirements, PEBC complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
PEBC will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants failing to disclose wage rate history in accordance with applicable law.
PEBC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law.
PEBC expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of PEBC employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
If you are interested in applying for this opportunity, please apply directly using the link provided below. No phone calls, please.