Coordinator, Title III First-Year Experience (FYE)

Coordinator, Title III First-Year Experience (FYE)

Salary

Depends on Qualifications

Location

Western Piedmont Community College Main Campus, NC

Job Type

Full-Time Faculty

Job Number

202600018

Department

Arts & Sciences

Opening Date

07/31/2026

Supplemental Information

All advertised positions are contingent upon enrollment needs and funding. All employees are paid by direct deposit. Copies of all unofficial degree transcripts, including coursework completed and degree conferred, must be provided during the on-line application process. Official transcripts are required to be forwarded to the WPCC Human Resources Office upon hire.

Posting Contact Information

For additional information regarding this opportunity, please contact: Dr. Ann Marie Radaskiewicz Dean, Arts & Sciences Western Piedmont Community College 828-448-3509 aradaskiewicz@wpcc.edu

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Job Summary

First-Year Experience (FYE) Coordinator (Full-Time | 9-Month Faculty)

Western Piedmont Community College (WPCC) seeks a student-centered, innovative, and collaborative First-Year Experience (FYE) Coordinator to lead the Colleges First-Year Experience program and Academic Success (ACA) curriculum. This faculty leadership position provides strategic direction for the Colleges first-year experience initiatives while teaching Academic Success courses, developing faculty, coordinating student engagement programming, and fostering a culture of belonging that supports student persistence, retention, completion, and transfer.

The successful candidate will collaborate with Academic Affairs, Student Services, faculty, staff, and community partners to design and deliver evidence-based programs that help students successfully transition to college, connect with campus resources, and achieve their academic, personal, and career goals.

Under the supervision of the Dean of Arts & Sciences, the First-Year Experience Coordinator provides leadership for Academic Success (ACA) courses, oversees first-year programming, assesses program effectiveness, and advances institutional student success initiatives in accordance with North Carolina Community College System standards, Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) requirements, Title III grant objectives, and College policies. This position is funded through the Colleges Title III grant.

Our Commitment to Student Success

At Western Piedmont Community College, faculty are educators, mentors, and partners in student success. Every faculty member contributes to creating a welcoming, engaging, and inclusive learning environment where students are challenged, supported, and empowered to achieve their educational and career goals.

Faculty are expected to:

• Deliver engaging, student-centered instruction that promotes critical thinking, personal growth, and lifelong learning.
• Foster an inclusive learning environment that promotes belonging, engagement, and student achievement.
• Build meaningful relationships with students through mentoring, advising, coaching, and proactive support.
• Connect students with campus resources that promote persistence, retention, completion, and transfer.
• Model professionalism, ethical conduct, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Support innovative teaching practices and evidence-based student success initiatives.
• Collaborate with colleagues to strengthen academic programs and institutional effectiveness.
• Support the Colleges mission, vision, values, strategic priorities, and commitment to student success.

Essential Responsibilities

First-Year Experience Leadership

• Provide strategic leadership for the Colleges First-Year Experience program.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive first-year experience model that supports student success.
• Coordinate the implementation of Academic Success (ACA) coursework across participating academic programs.
• Establish annual goals, assessment plans, and continuous improvement strategies for the First-Year Experience program.
• Coordinate Title III initiatives related to first-year student success.
• Ensure compliance with College policies, NCCCS requirements, grant objectives, and accreditation standards.

Instruction

• Teach assigned Academic Success (ACA) courses using innovative, student-centered instructional practices.
• Develop and maintain course syllabi, instructional materials, and assessments aligned with approved learning outcomes.
• Deliver instruction in face-to-face, hybrid, and online learning environments.
• Utilize instructional technology and evidence-based teaching practices to enhance student learning.
• Maintain current knowledge of first-year experience and student success best practices.

Faculty Leadership and Development

• Coordinate scheduling of Academic Success courses.
• Recruit, train, mentor, and support ACA faculty.
• Promote instructional excellence through coaching, collaboration, and professional development.
• Coordinate textbook adoption and instructional resources.
• Foster consistency in curriculum delivery and student learning outcomes.

Student Success and Engagement

• Develop and coordinate co-curricular programming that complements Academic Success curriculum.
• Collaborate with Student Services to strengthen student engagement and belonging.
• Identify barriers to student success and implement proactive support strategies.
• Connect students with campus resources and support services.
• Promote student persistence, retention, completion, and transfer through holistic support initiatives.

Curriculum, Assessment, and Continuous Improvement

• Coordinate curriculum development and revision for Academic Success courses.
• Assess student learning outcomes and program effectiveness.
• Analyze student success data to guide continuous improvement.
• Support institutional effectiveness and accreditation activities.
• Prepare reports supporting Title III objectives and program assessment.

Collaboration and College Service

• Collaborate with faculty, staff, administrators, and community partners to advance student success initiatives.
• Serve on departmental, divisional, and College committees.
• Participate in commencement, College events, recruitment activities, and professional development.
• Represent the College in regional, state, and national professional organizations when appropriate.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must meet the minimum faculty credential requirements established by the North Carolina Community College System and Western Piedmont Community College.

• Masters degree from a regionally accredited institution
• Teaching experience in higher education

Preferred Qualifications

Preference may be given to applicants who possess one or more of the following:

• Community college teaching experience
• Experience teaching Academic Success (ACA) or First-Year Experience courses
• Experience in student advising, counseling, coaching, or academic support services
• Experience coordinating student success initiatives
• Experience with Title III or other grant-funded programs
• Experience using Moodle/Open LMS, Ellucian Colleague, Watermark Student Success & Engagement, or similar educational technologies
• Experience with CliftonStrengths or strengths-based student development

Special Instructions

Submission of an application does not guarantee an interview or employment.

Applicants must upload:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Unofficial college transcripts

Benefits Overview for Full-Time Employees

As a full-time employee, you are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance. Below is a summary of the benefits offered:

Health Insurance

• Medical coverage begins on the first day of the month following your hire date.
• Plans are offered through the NC State Health Plan.
• Additional details and plan options are available on the NC State Health Plan website.

Retirement

• Participation in the Teachers' and State Employees' Retirement System (TSERS), a defined benefit plan.
• Employee Contribution: 6% of your salary.
• Employer Contribution: 24.04% on your behalf.
• Optional 401(k) and 457 supplemental retirement plans are available.
• For more information, review the TSERS Handbook.

Disability & Life Insurance

• Basic coverage provided through TSERS.
• Options for additional coverage available through Colonial Life and MetLife.

Supplemental Benefits

• Employees may elect optional plans such as:

• Dental

• Vision

• Cancer and Critical Illness

• Teladoc and other wellness programs

• Full details are available in the Benefits Guide.

Leave

• Sick leave accrues at 8 hours per month.
• Paid holidays and personal leave are provided as outlined in the Benefits Guide.

Additional Information

• Employment is at-will, consistent with North Carolina law.
• A full review of benefits and enrollment instructions will be provided during your orientation.

01

What is the highest level of education you have completed? Please do not include degrees that are in-progress.

• None
• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Associates Degree or Equivalent
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree or higher

02

Do you meet the minimum requirements for this position as listed in the posting?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Western Piedmont Community College

Address 1001 Burkemont Ave

Morganton, North Carolina, 28655

Phone 8284483126

8284483127

Website www.wpcc.edu