Education and Pre-Entry Programs Associate (East Tennessee)

Education and Pre-Entry Programs Associate (East Tennessee)

Full-Time | Onsite | East Tennessee, Tennessee

About the RoleThe Education and Pre-Entry Programs Associate supports educational initiatives and pre-entry programs in the East Tennessee region. This role works directly with community partners, schools, and prospective participants to connect individuals with pathways into further education, training, or career opportunities. It's a role that requires genuine people skills, attention to detail, and comfort working across multiple programs at once.

What you'll do- Coordinate day-to-day operations of education outreach and pre-entry programs across the East Tennessee region- Build and maintain relationships with schools, community organizations, and partner agencies- Recruit, screen, and support program participants through the enrollment and onboarding process- Track participant data, program outcomes, and reporting metrics accurately and on time- Assist in developing and delivering workshops, orientations, and educational presentations- Collaborate with internal teams to align programming with organizational goals- Respond to inquiries from prospective participants, families, and community partners- Support grant reporting and documentation as needed

About you- Bachelor's degree in education, social work, public health, community development, or a related field- Experience in program coordination, community outreach, or education-related roles- Comfortable working in community settings and conducting outreach across a geographic region- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines- Clear communicator, both written and verbal- Proficient with standard office software and data entry systems

Nice to have- Familiarity with workforce development, adult education, or pre-apprenticeship programs- Experience working with underserved populations or in nonprofit settings- Bilingual skills a plus

What we offerA meaningful role with real community impact in East Tennessee. You'll be part of a team that takes the work seriously without taking itself too seriously. Competitive salary and benefits package.