About this Education Program Specialist - Part Time role at Penn State University
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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Reporting to the Regional Chancellor, the Education Program Specialist will lead the development, coordination, and evaluation of multilingual student programs across the Penn State northeast region and will work to secure grant funding to support campus program, including the Penn State Northeast Regional Academy.
Responsibilities will include:
● Multilingual Student Success: Work with University offices and school partners to identify student language and academic support needs, using district English language proficiency data where available; connect students with appropriate resources; and develop strategies that support multilingual students’ transition to and success in college.
● Grant Development and Funding: Identify funding opportunities; research, write, and submit grant proposals; and manage grant administration and reporting to sustain and expand regional initiatives.
● Program Assessment: Establish systems for tracking participation, enrollment pathways, and student outcomes; and prepare progress reports to guide program development and future funding.
The position will collaborate with admissions, academic departments, student support services, school districts, and community partners to align existing efforts and strengthen the regional student pathway.
This position will work up to 24 hours per week through June 30, 2027.
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
This position requires the following clearances in addition to applicable background checks: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
EEO IS THE LAW
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