Academic Success Program Coordinator at 10000 Degrees

San Rafael, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Jun, 26

Salary

32.0

Posted On

05 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Volunteer Coordination, Recruiting, Screening, Training, Matching, Program Management, Collaboration, Administrative Support, Data Entry, Record Keeping, Communication, Problem-Solving, Initiative, Strategic Thinking, Presentation, Office Software

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Description TITLE: Academic Success Program Coordinator REGION: Marin County, CA LOCATION: Hybrid (on-site + remote) REPORTS TO: Director of Volunteer Engagement STATUS: Seasonal (39 weeks); Part-time (19 hours per week); Non-exempt OUR MISSION 10,000 Degrees is unlocking student success at scale by giving more students equitable opportunities for a quality college education and career success. The most efficient and effective college success non-profit in the U.S., 10,000 Degrees’ mission is to achieve educational equity and to support students from low-income backgrounds to and through college to realize their full potential and positively impact their communities and the world. We envision a world where all students, regardless of race, ethnicity, or socioeconomic background, will have the full range of educational opportunities, support, and resources to realize their potential. Accepting a role at 10,000 Degrees implies a personal commitment to this mission. OPPORTUNITY The Academic Success Program Coordinator oversees the placement and management of 10,000 Degrees volunteers across select Marin K-12 sites.. In collaboration with school leadership, the Coordinator identifies key volunteer opportunities, ranging from 1:1 subject tutoring and college essay coaching to in-class support for academic and college-readiness programs. In addition, this role serves as the operational anchor for the team, balancing volunteer coordination with essential administrative support to ensure program efficiency. This is a part-time, non-benefited position consisting of 19 hours per week for 37 weeks, following the K-12 academic calendar. PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL To perform the essential functions of this position, employees may be required to: Sit, stand, talk, hear, reach, stoop, kneel and use hands and fingers to operate a computer, telephone, and keyboard. Have close-vision ability due to computer work. Engage in moderate, occasional lifting. Have a reliable means of transportation to attend regular work as well as other off-site business functions. Note: Due to the nature and conditions of our work, applicants must submit to fingerprinting and must pass a tuberculosis (TB) risk assessment screen and/or provide a clear tuberculosis (TB) test as part of the background check. EEO 10,000 Degrees is an equal opportunity employer offering a welcoming and inclusive environment in service to one another as well as the students, families, and communities we support. We recruit, hire, employ, train, promote, and compensate individuals based on job-related qualifications and abilities. Requirements RESPONSIBILITIES Volunteer & Partnership Management Support with recruiting, screening, training, and matching volunteers with appropriate placements, monitoring their process, and providing support as needed. Conduct orientation sessions and ongoing training to ensure volunteers are well-prepared to support students. Collaborate with partner school administration and staff to identify volunteer needs and opportunities. Collaborate with other community partners when necessary. Meet regularly and work collaboratively with other Academic Success team members. Address and resolve any issues that arise with volunteer placements or interactions. Maintain positive, effective communication with volunteers and school staff (updates, training, workshops, etc.) Organizational Collaboration & Training Work closely with other 10,000 Degrees staff and departments (Programs, Marketing, Development, etc.) to ensure program alignment and success. Assist 10,000 Degrees staff, including those onsite at partner schools, in the delivery of college readiness programs, such as college essay workshops. Participate in professional development and training sessions as needed/required to maintain and enhance relevant skills and knowledge. Administrative & Data Support Serve as the operational anchor for the team, balancing volunteer coordination with essential administrative support to ensure program efficiency. Maintain accurate records of volunteer activities and volunteer hours. Oversee the end-to-end volunteer application process, ensuring timely follow-up, accurate database entry, and assignment across the coordinator team. Conduct regular evaluations to assess program effectiveness and areas for improvement. Manage the calendaring, RSVP tracking, and Zoom logistics for all volunteer training and events. Maintain rigorous oversight of the team’s digital filing systems, ensuring documentation is professional, organized, and current. Coordinate the development and distribution program-wide communications to ensure consistent messaging across all volunteer and partner touchpoints. Other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s degree Knowledge of public schools in Marin County and the diverse instructional needs of students and teachers Experience coordinating or working with volunteers Ability to be flexible and effectively problem-solve Knowledge of nonprofit, community-based organizations Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with diverse populations including educators, volunteers, and coworkers Excellent collaboration, presentation, and oral/written communication skills Ability to assess teacher requests, evaluate appropriateness, and match volunteers with options, then track status and maintain records Demonstrated ability to think strategically, take initiative, and implement ideas both as part of a team and independently Experience with primary office software packages (ex: Google Suite, Salesforce, Box) Knowledge of college application process, including essays, scholarships and financial aid helpful This position requires some in-person presence and/or travel within the regions served.

Responsibilities

The Coordinator oversees the placement and management of volunteers across K-12 sites, identifying opportunities for tutoring and college readiness support in collaboration with school leadership. This role also serves as the operational anchor, balancing volunteer coordination with essential administrative support to ensure program efficiency.