Director of Summer Programs
Role Title: Director of Summer Programs
Reports to: Executive Director & Chief of Operations
Team: Core Leadership Team
Time Commitment: 10 hrs per week (may be up to 20 hrs/week during the spring season)
About Us
Minds Matter Houston (MMH) connects driven and determined students from low-income families with the people, preparation and possibilities to succeed in college, create their future, and change the world.
MMH could not exist without the hard work and commitment of our fully-volunteer team. Our dedicated volunteers grow from their experiences with students and fellow volunteers, enjoy the tangible satisfaction of seeing students succeed, and gain a valuable resume asset and a network of like-minded professionals.
Summary & Responsibilities
The Director of Summer Programs oversees student enrollment and attendance in summer programs at leading universities. This person will manage a team of Summer Program volunteers as they partner with students to prepare summer program applications, review financial aid packages, coordinate travel, and maintain the summer programs budget. Responsibilities include:
Overseeing entire Summer Program application process for sophomores and juniors to ensure each student’s successful completion of a summer program
Managing Summer Programs tuition and travel budget
Developing application timeline and instructions for Houston’s student cohort
Managing list of eligible program institutions in partnership with the Minds Matter National team
Providing support to Summer Programs volunteers
Providing direct support through student’s application, tuition and financial aid review, and enrollment process
Arrange travel and transportation for students
Partner with other Minds Matter chapters to maintain collaborative relationship
Leading a small team of volunteer direct reports and facilitating recurring team meetings at a frequency that best fits your team
Active participation in bi-weekly Core Leadership Meetings to establish strong communication and interfaces between teams, and to advance cross-collaboration among teams
You’ll Be a Good Fit If You:
Want to volunteer with a mission-driven organization making an impact in the lives of Houston-area high school students
Enjoy connecting with a diverse range of people in both 1:1 and group situations
Are prepared to take on a volunteer leadership role on a growing team
Able to lead, manage, and motivate a small team of volunteers who will report to you
Feel comfortable managing timelines and arranging travel
Can manage a team budget
Enjoy communicating with people face to face and virtually
Have great organizational and time management skills
Demonstrate accountability and ownership, proactive leadership, and a desire to contribute to a high-performing team
