Academic Success Coordinator

Academic Success Coordinator Job Details

Job Location:

St. Cloud, MN 56301

Position Type:
Full Time

Salary Range: $19.22 - $20.00 Hourly

The mission of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Minnesota is to do whatever it takes to empower all youth to reach their full potential. If you would like to learn more about the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Minnesota, please visit Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Minnesota.

Responsible for the design, development, and implementation of a comprehensive Academic Success program for a designated Club, with an emphasis on K-5 academics.

• Lead efforts to promote and encourage youth participation across all programs.
• Ensure staff consistently apply Positive Youth Development (PYD) techniques.
• Model professional behavior and provide guidance to youth and staff.
• Actively engage with youth during programming to foster trust and connection.
• Serve as a primary adult mentor, cultivating meaningful relationships with Club youth.
• Support staff in building mentoring relationships and maintaining a safe, inclusive space.

• Oversee the development of age-appropriate educational curriculum that includes academic support, tutoring, and youth voice.
• Ensure all programs align with BGCA standards and exceed grant expectations.
• Monitor curriculum implementation and provide coaching to staff as needed.

• Supervise academic support initiatives, including homework help and K–3 literacy programming.
• Guide staff in helping youth set and achieve academic goals.
• Collaborate with the Life & Workforce Readiness Coordinator to plan academic field trips, business tours, and college visits.

• Ensure FERPA compliance and safeguard all academic records.
• Oversee accurate tracking of program participation and outcomes using the Club’s database.
• Lead evaluation efforts using youth surveys and qualitative feedback; prepare and submit grant reports.

• Conduct and document daily safety inspections of program areas.
• Ensure full compliance with grant requirements through participation in training and reporting.
• Lead and participate in all required Club training and staff meetings.

• Foster a productive and collaborative work environment for staff and volunteers.
• Provide coaching, feedback, and support to ensure high-quality program delivery.
• Lead or support special programs and events that enhance youth engagement and community visibility.
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by senior leadership.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.
• Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience and/or training.

• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to relate with children in a Boys & Girls Club environment.
• Ability to engage with the general public and community organizations.
• Ability to organize, supervise, and inspire members in a safe environment.
• Must meet all requirements set forth by BGC’s insurer for the operation of any motor vehicle in course and scope of the position’s duties.
• Ability to pass Department of Human Services background check.

Maintains close daily contact with Club staff, Club members, and supervisor to receive/provide information. Maintains contact with external community groups, schools, parents/guardians, and others to provide a positive Club experience.

• Health Benefits:
  
  Medical, dental, and vision insurance, with employer contributions to HSA.
• Insurance:
  Employer-paid life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability insurance, with optional voluntary…