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Program Director for Lehigh Valley LaunchBox Teen Entrepreneurship Challenge (Part-Time)

The Pennsylvania State University
remote work
United States, Pennsylvania
Jan 23, 2025
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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS: Job Posting: Program Director for Lehigh Valley LaunchBox Teen Entrepreneurship Challenge (Part-Time) Position: Program Director Location:Both remote and in person elements - on site at Penn State Berks Campus, supporting the Lehigh Valley LaunchBox Duration:April - August Employment Type: Part-Time Commitment: April - August - Remote Project Management, Planning, Recruitment, Engagement, Coordination, post session review, evaluation and reporting. Please note: Though the majority of this position can be completed remotely, the critical on-site oversight will be held at the Penn State Berks Campus July 27 - August 2. Overview: Lehigh Valley LaunchBox is seeking a dynamic and experienced individual to deliver a Teen Entrepreneurship Challenge. This part-time position is ideal for an educator passionate about fostering an entrepreneurial mindset in high school students and impacting the next generation of innovators. Key Responsibilities: On-Site Oversight:Stay on-site in residence at the Penn State Berks campus during the week of July 28-August 2 to coordinate and oversee workshops, ensure the smooth operation of all activities, support and encourage participants and address any issues that arise during the program. Enhance Current Curriculum: Contribute to the current week-long program curriculum designed to teach an entrepreneurship mind set to high school students by adding value and cultivating student and program success. (grades 9-12). Program Marketing & Recruitment:Lead efforts to market and recruit students to participate in the program with support from the PSULV Strategic Communication team. This includes updating and developing promotional materials designed to engage and inspire high school students to reach their full entrepreneurial potential, by contacting high schools with support from our Enrollment Management team, and youth serving organizations through face-to-face conversations with support from the Network of PSU LaunchBoxes, and the utilization of social media platforms. Workshop Facilitation:Actively participate in the delivery of some workshops, identify additional high impact and engaging speakers and program activities, and provide support and guidance to students as they explore entrepreneurial concepts. Student interest interviews: Meet potential participants to determine their suitability for participating and following the requirements of a residential program. Qualifications: A master's degree in education, youth development, or a related field. Proven experience teaching educational content related to entrepreneurship, with a focus on engaging youth. Demonstrated ability to develop educational curricula tailored to high school students. Strong communication and organizational skills that support the growth of Lehigh Valley LaunchBox programming and student participants. Experience in event planning, project management and program coordination required. Commitment to the part-time schedule from April to August and onsite residential oversight during the week of July 28 through August 2. Compensation: Compensation will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. This job requires the following 3 publicly available clearances: * PA State Police Criminal Background Check * PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form * FBI Criminal Background Check At Penn State Lehigh Valley, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where all students, faculty, and staff feel welcomed, supported, and respected. 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