Worlds Reading, Engagement Coordinator

New Worlds Reading, Engagement Coordinator

Join Inside Higher Ed as the New Worlds Reading, Engagement Coordinator. This full‑time, time‑limited position is located in Central Florida/Orange County.

Job No: 538082
Work Type: Full Time
Location: Orange
Categories: Education/Training/Instructional Design, Counseling/Community Outreach/Social Work
Department:  – ED-LASTINGER CENTER

The University of Florida Lastinger Center for Learning’s mission is to improve the quality of teaching, learning, and childcare. The Engagement Coordinator will support the development, implementation, and ongoing management of the New Worlds Reading Initiative Engagement Team, working under the Engagement Manager to align projects with university, departmental, and state goals.

• Develop and maintain project plans, including timelines and milestones.
• Set and communicate project expectations, facilitate meetings, and deliver progress reports, proposals, and presentations.
• Establish and maintain relationships with key partners (district POCs, community organizations) and coordinate scope changes, crisis management, and contingency plans.
• Support the development of best practices and tools for execution and strategy execution for operational efficiencies.
• Engage in market and literature review, data analysis, and recruitment strategy development focused on hard‑to‑reach families.
• Build and maintain partnerships, provide appropriate messaging and marketing toolkits, and oversee family recruitment and enrollment.
• Provide logistical support for literacy events, workshops, and professional development sessions.
• Troubleshoot challenges and coordinate with staff to maintain consistent communication.
• Support the Engagement Manager and leadership team and assist executive leadership as needed.

$65,000 – $75,000

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• 3+ years experience in project coordination.
• Experience working with diverse communities and low‑income families.
• Ability to coordinate multiple tasks within a cohesive system.
• Strong relational, organizational, and communication skills.
• Experience collaborating with local organizations/nonprofits.

Upload your cover letter and resume. This requisition has been reposted; previous applicants need not reapply. Applications close on 04 January 2026. Submit by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

No health assessment required.

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. For accommodation due to a disability, call 352‑392‑2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800‑955‑8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.