Campus Campaign Coordinator

Position Summary:

The campus campaign coordinator, in consultation with Teach For America recruitment staff, will develop and execute a detailed strategic plan aimed at inspiring top students to apply for the 2010 corps.  The campus campaign coordinator’s schedule is determined by the recruitment director given  the needs of this specific campaign.  In this position, campus campaign coordinators enhance their professional skills in networking, marketing strategies, and communication while gaining an understanding of how a successful nonprofit organization operates.  This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are interested in applying to be a Teach For America corps member or staff member upon graduation.

About Teach For America:

Teach For America is the national corps of outstanding recent college graduates who commit two years to teach in urban and rural public schools and become lifelong leaders in expanding educational opportunity. Our mission is to build the movement to eliminate educational inequity that exists along socioeconomic lines.

Since our founding in 1990, Teach For America has become one of the leading interventions in public education and has built a pipeline of leaders committed to educational equity and excellence. This year, 6,200 corps members are teaching in over 1,000 schools in 29 regions across the country, collectively reaching approximately 400,000 students. At the same time, more than 14,000 alumni are working within education and from every field to effect fundamental change. We are a high-growth, outcomes-oriented organization, with a $119 million budget and close to 1,200 staff. We operate in an entrepreneurial environment, maintain focus on quantitative measures, and are committed to continuous improvement. 

Team Overview:

The Recruitment team works to enlist this country’s most promising future leaders in the movement to eliminate educational inequity. The team identifies and inspires thousands of potential corps members on college campuses and from multiple career sectors to apply to and join Teach For America. Additionally, the team is responsible for meeting our ambitious goals for the growth and diversity of our corps along racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic lines.

Responsibilities:

Specific project requirements may include, but are not limited to:

• Managing and executing a high-visibility publicity campaign to ensure Teach For America maintains a strong presence on campus, which may include hanging posters and flyers; tabling in high-traffic areas; executing effective e-mail campaigns; and securing media coverage in campus publications, on websites, and on campus radio stations
• Identifying and reaching out to top students on campus throughout the year, including students of diverse backgrounds and majors
• Regularly collecting and entering data that will inform the campaign
• Networking with professors and student organizations to secure Teach For America presentations in classes and meetings
• Conducting Teach For America class and student organization announcements throughout the year
• Planning and executing highly-attended events on campus such as information sessions and alumni panels
• Assuming responsibility for the success of the campaign on your campus by preparing for and actively participating in weekly team meetings with Teach For America staff  

Education and Experience:

Applicants for the campus campaign coordinator position must be undergraduate students during the 2009-2010 school year

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong organizational skills
• Record of achievement in academics, leadership, and/or employment
• High level of initiative and personal responsibility

Compensation:

Campus campaign coordinators will be paid hourly at the state minimum wage.  The number of hours of work per week ranges from 4-12 hours, depending on the school.  Approximate dates of employment are August 15, 2009 – Spring, 2010.  Precise start and end dates as well as the number of hours of work per week are determined by the recruitment director.  High-performing coordinators may work through the end of May, 2010.

Apply Now:

Teach For America seeks individuals of all ethnic and racial backgrounds to apply for the position. We are committed to maximizing the diversity of our organization, as we want to engage all those who can contribute to this effort.

At this time, we are fully hired for the campus campaign coordinator opportunity for the 2009-2010 season at most colleges and universities.  If you have been in touch with a Teach For America recruitment team staff member regarding the opportunity, you should submit your application materials directly to that person.  Otherwise, thank you for your interest in applying to become a campus campaign coordinator.  We will post application information for the 2010-2011 season in the spring of 2010.