Academic Coordinator

🇺🇸 Hybrid - Bethlehem, PA 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $37K - $44K 💻 Other 🗓️ February 26th, 2026

Edtech.com's Summary

Lehigh University is hiring an Academic Coordinator for the College of Education. The coordinator manages and collects required clearances for education students and coordinates fieldwork and clinical placements with faculty and local school districts to meet degree and certification requirements. This role organizes workflows for student support services, serves as a liaison between students, faculty, district partners, and the Admissions Office, and supports communications and admissions tasks from application through program completion.

Highlights

Manage student clearances, fieldwork placements, and documentation in compliance with Pennsylvania Department of Education requirements.
Communicate processes related to fieldwork and clearances to current students.
Assist with admissions application processing and handle daily correspondences and mass mailings.
Maintain and update admissions and certification website pages as needed.
Provide problem resolution and support faculty, students, and school personnel regarding placements and clearances.
Collaborate with Graduate Operations Director, Associate Director of Enrollment, and Certification Coordinator.
Train staff and assist with recruitment of student workers or volunteers.
Required qualifications: High School Diploma or GED, 3-5 years related experience, strong computer skills (word processing and spreadsheets), excellent communication and organizational skills.
Salary range approximately $36,640-$43,980, subject to experience and qualifications.
Position allows for partial remote work as approved by supervisor and requires standard background checks.