SUMMARY:

The Coordinator, Cooperative Innovative High Schools (CIHS) works within institutional guidelines and College policies to provide a learning-centered enrollment experience for high school students enrolled at Davidson Early College and Yadkin Valley Regional Career Academy.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The position is 10 months and will report to the Director, High School Partnerships and Initiatives and has the following responsibilities:  

• Provide collaborative and effective communication among various constituents which results in a clear understanding of State legislative action, College policies and program initiatives;
• Adhere to State and College policies regarding enrollment of CIHS students and communicating changes to all relevant parties in a timely and effective manner;
• Collaborate with other areas of the College in planning and developing course offerings;
• Assist students to embrace the role of “college” student by helping them understand the expectations of college faculty and how to become self-advocates;
• Engage students and parents by providing information sessions related to CIHS at the College;
• Monitor progress and attendance in college classes and provide exceptional student-centered customer service, ensuring quality support to students and parents;
• Collaborate with students, parents, faculty and staff to assist in the selection of a college/career pathway to pursue;
• Develop plans of study which combine high school and college coursework to ensure the attainment of a credential;
• Participate in school-related activities in which the College can be promoted, such as Parent Nights and Career Fairs;
• Maintain quality partnerships with secondary school personnel in collaboration with the Director, High School Partnerships and Initiatives; 
• Participate in team meetings, serves on College committees, and engages in professional development activities, as directed by the Director, High School Partnerships and Initiatives; 
• Maintain sensitivity, understanding and respect for a diverse academic environment, inclusive of students, faculty, and staff of varying social, economic, cultural, ideological, and ethnic backgrounds;
• Support the mission, vision, and values of the College and attend College events and meetings;
• Perform other duties appropriate to the title and as assigned that support the mission of the College.

ADA SUMMARY:

ADA requirements for this position include critical thinking skills with the ability to process information and exercise good judgment; ease of mobility within the office setting and other areas of campus, College and secondary school locations; travel between locations may be required, effective use of all forms of communication; and the ability to perform general office duties.