GENERAL PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF THE POSITION: In collaboration with the Director of K-14 Initiatives, the K-14 and Transitions Coach will support dual credit and dual enrollment programming that will lead to completing a credential before high school graduation. This role will create academic plans aligning to Ivy Tech stackable credentials and promote Ivy Tech, with all stakeholders, as a viable option to support students in their college and career journey. This position will also develop, coordinate, and implement student success initiatives for dual enrollment students. Services to dual enrolled students include academic success guidance and planning, solution focused assistance, student group tracking, and management of students with academic and success challenges. The K-14 and Transitions Coach will work to guide students and families through the transition from high school to full-time Ivy Tech enrollment, and provide ongoing support to ensure student success. This individual will collaborate closely with faculty, school counselors, recruitment and enrollment staff, advising team and community partners to deliver a seamless, student-centered experience.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Sustain positive working relationships with internal and external audiences including academic leadership, instructors, and counselors.
- Advise dual credit students about pathways to academic degrees and transfer opportunities with Ivy Tech by creating individual academic plans/degree trackers.
- Assist in promoting and increasing dual credit and dual enrollment opportunities to students within the Hamilton County service area by holding various events on campus and in partnership with community partners
- Promote dual credit and dual enrollment opportunities to high school partners, students and families.
- Provide academic advising support for Ivy Tech Hamilton County high school students.
- Organize student meetings to provide in person and/or virtual support in advising high school students through credential completions.
- Assist with transition events for high school dual enrollment students which highlight the benefits of attending Ivy Tech Community College.
- Establish consistent communication with dual credit students in order to transition them to full time Ivy Tech students after high school.
- Collaborate with campus Registrar in auditing and awarding credentials at the end of each semester.
- Assist Director of K14 Initiatives with onsite support at Hamilton County partner high schools through dual credit registration during peak times.
- Assist with the application and qualification process of dual credit and dual enrollment students to ensure a smooth process from start to finish.
- Coordinate dual enrollment student on-campus orientations and other on-campus events. Share campus resources with dual enrollment students when appropriate.
- Manage several concurrent projects with a minimal amount of supervision.
- Ensure timelines and policies are adhered to for NACEP accreditation requirements and college policies throughout the year.
- Support and contribute to the department, campus and College vision for K-14. This is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with this position may be assigned. All responsibilities will be conducted within the parameters of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), other applicable regulatory requirements, and professional standards.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Director of K-14 Initiatives
SUPERVISION GIVEN: n/a
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor’s Degree required with minimum of 3-5 years in program development or K-14 preferred.
- Must be highly motivated and possess demonstrated planning, and organization skills.
- Must demonstrate the ability to take initiative and make decisions
- Interpersonal skills, attention to detail and the ability to handle major projects simultaneously are required.
- Must demonstrate familiarity with technology and ability to learn systems as applied to delivery of services to dual credit and dual enrolled students.
- Ability to administer and interpret assessment results required.
- Must possess a willingness and an ability to travel within the service area and occasionally work nights or weekends.
- We are looking for a candidate who is committed to an environment where team members feel valued, respected and supported. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to a workplace culture that recognizes and appreciates varied perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. We are seeking someone who is passionate about creating and maintaining a team dynamic that encourages open communication and mutual respect.
CLASSIFICATION: E1
SALARY: The annual salary for this role is $50,000.
Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our full-time faculty and staff. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
Health & Wellness
Multiple medical plan options paired with a Health Savings Account with a generous employer contribution
Dental plan with no-cost preventive services and coverage for orthodontia
Vision plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses
Employee Assistance Program offering no-cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources
Wellness program with opportunities to earn $250 in Wellness Rewards
Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare (limited purpose) and dependent care
Retirement & Financial Security
10% employer retirement contribution, fully vested after two years
Basic life insurance equal to annual salary paid by the College, with optional supplemental coverage
Short-term and long-term disability benefits
Educational Benefits
Fee remission for employees, spouses, and dependent children
Tuition assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs
Paid professional development opportunities
Work‑Life Balance
Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and winter recess
Flexible work arrangements where available
Paid childbirth recovery leave (8 weeks)
Paid parental leave (4 weeks)
Additional Perks
Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Additional discounts on gym memberships, transportation, and various retail services
Ivy Tech is proud to offer benefits that support your health, your family, and your future—because when our employees thrive, our students and communities thrive too. For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits.
Note: Employees who re-hire with the College within 180 days of leaving a full-time position with the College may be eligible for additional benefits depending on their bridged seniority date.
Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.
