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Job ID: 296660
Location: Columbus State University
Full/Part Time: Part Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
About us
Great universities inspire the very best in us. They nurture new ideas, fresh perspectives, and creative problem-solving. They challenge students to discover their passions - and to turn those passions into thriving careers that improve our world.
Columbus State University is exactly that kind of place. With exceptional facilities, ideal class sizes, and unique field experiences, our students have room to create. Here, every faculty and staff member is part of the educational process, actively mentoring students and championing each new step in their journey.
Located just 100 miles southwest of Atlanta, CSU is part of the University System of Georgia where we pride ourselves in the USG Statement of Core Values - Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values form and guide the daily work of our institution.
CSU's core values - Excellence, Creativity, Engagement, Sustainability, Inclusion, and Servant Leadership make us an institution like no other. Each year, we enroll more than 7,000 students from the Southeast, across the nation, and around the world. Many programs at Columbus State rank high for affordability and value. The university strives to provide all students with an exceptional education that's accessible, affordable, and creative to the core.
Job Summary
The Center for Quality Teaching and Learning is looking for Retention Coordinator.
Responsibilities
- Working with Education declared majors prior to entering Teacher Education Program;
- Counseling Teacher Education Majors as needed to foster program retention;
- Maintaining records such as Memorandum of Understanding documents with school systems hosting our candidates;
- Budget management activities for CQTL;
- Assisting with recruiting events (job fairs, etc.) and CQTL activities as needed.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree/Experience in the P-12 setting preferred.
- Knowledge of educational processes in the K-12 setting.
- Ability to work with both classroom teachers and administrators.
- Ability to work with higher education students.
- Ability to work both independently and in teams.
Proposed Salary
$20/hr. This position will work up to 19 hours per week.
Required Documents to Attach
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Contact Information
If you have any questions, please contact the Human Resources Office at 706-507-8920 or e-mail to hr@columbusstate.edu.
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Institutional Values
Excellence: Actively engaging outstanding methods in teaching, academic discovery, creative pursuits, student success, cultural enrichment and the overall campus community.
Creativity: Pursuing distinction through inquiry and innovation, challenging convention and focusing on solutions.
Engagement: Dynamic civic involvement and participation of students, faculty, staff and alumni in the university experience.
Sustainability: Advancing fiscal responsibility, well-being, innovation, lifelong learning and environmental stewardship.
Inclusion: Cultivating and championing a campus environment that welcomes diverse backgrounds, ideas, perspectives and practices.
Servant Leadership: Leading through ethical empowerment and service.
Conditions of Employment
All selected candidates are required to submit and successfully pass a background investigation to include reference checks and verification of academic credentials (if applicable). Other additional requirements may be required based upon specific position duties:
- A credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage;
- Pre-employment drug testing for positions with high-risk responsibilities.
- Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive a Columbus State University fleet vehicle or other vehicle designated as a fleet vehicle. A successful drug screening will be required as a condition of employment a randomly thereafter.
Applicants for positions of trust may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment.
For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.
All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond. Additionally, all members of the USG community must adhere to the USG Statement of Core Values must also be aware of and comply with the Board of Regents policies on Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.
Equal Employment Opportunity
It is the policy of Columbus State University to recruit, hire, train, promote, and educate persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.
Part-time CQTL Retention Coordinator
Job ID: 296660
Location: Columbus State University
Full/Part Time: Part Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
About us
Great universities inspire the very best in us. They nurture new ideas, fresh perspectives, and creative problem-solving. They challenge students to discover their passions - and to turn those passions into thriving careers that improve our world.
Columbus State University is exactly that kind of place. With exceptional facilities, ideal class sizes, and unique field experiences, our students have room to create. Here, every faculty and staff member is part of the educational process, actively mentoring students and championing each new step in their journey.
Located just 100 miles southwest of Atlanta, CSU is part of the University System of Georgia where we pride ourselves in the USG Statement of Core Values - Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values form and guide the daily work of our institution.
CSU's core values - Excellence, Creativity, Engagement, Sustainability, Inclusion, and Servant Leadership make us an institution like no other. Each year, we enroll more than 7,000 students from the Southeast, across the nation, and around the world. Many programs at Columbus State rank high for affordability and value. The university strives to provide all students with an exceptional education that's accessible, affordable, and creative to the core.
Job Summary
The Center for Quality Teaching and Learning is looking for Retention Coordinator.
Responsibilities
- Working with Education declared majors prior to entering Teacher Education Program;
- Counseling Teacher Education Majors as needed to foster program retention;
- Maintaining records such as Memorandum of Understanding documents with school systems hosting our candidates;
- Budget management activities for CQTL;
- Assisting with recruiting events (job fairs, etc.) and CQTL activities as needed.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree/Experience in the P-12 setting preferred.
- Knowledge of educational processes in the K-12 setting.
- Ability to work with both classroom teachers and administrators.
- Ability to work with higher education students.
- Ability to work both independently and in teams.
Proposed Salary
$20/hr. This position will work up to 19 hours per week.
Required Documents to Attach
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Contact Information
If you have any questions, please contact the Human Resources Office at 706-507-8920 or e-mail to hr@columbusstate.edu.
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Institutional Values
Excellence: Actively engaging outstanding methods in teaching, academic discovery, creative pursuits, student success, cultural enrichment and the overall campus community.
Creativity: Pursuing distinction through inquiry and innovation, challenging convention and focusing on solutions.
Engagement: Dynamic civic involvement and participation of students, faculty, staff and alumni in the university experience.
Sustainability: Advancing fiscal responsibility, well-being, innovation, lifelong learning and environmental stewardship.
Inclusion: Cultivating and championing a campus environment that welcomes diverse backgrounds, ideas, perspectives and practices.
Servant Leadership: Leading through ethical empowerment and service.
Conditions of Employment
All selected candidates are required to submit and successfully pass a background investigation to include reference checks and verification of academic credentials (if applicable). Other additional requirements may be required based upon specific position duties:
- A credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage;
- Pre-employment drug testing for positions with high-risk responsibilities.
- Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive a Columbus State University fleet vehicle or other vehicle designated as a fleet vehicle. A successful drug screening will be required as a condition of employment a randomly thereafter.
Applicants for positions of trust may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment.
For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.
All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond. Additionally, all members of the USG community must adhere to the USG Statement of Core Values must also be aware of and comply with the Board of Regents policies on Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.
Equal Employment Opportunity
It is the policy of Columbus State University to recruit, hire, train, promote, and educate persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.
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Which education companies and institutions sponsor F-1 OPT visas in Georgia?
Georgia Tech, Emory University, the University of Georgia, Georgia State University, and Atlanta Public Schools are among the most active employers of F-1 OPT holders in the education sector. Private K-12 networks, tutoring companies, and EdTech firms based in Atlanta also participate in OPT hiring. Sponsorship patterns vary by role and department, so confirming OPT acceptance during the application process is important.
Which cities in Georgia have the most education F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs?
Atlanta accounts for the majority of education F-1 OPT opportunities in Georgia, driven by its concentration of universities, charter school networks, and EdTech companies. Athens, home to the University of Georgia, is a secondary hub particularly for research and academic roles. Savannah and Augusta have smaller but active higher education communities through Savannah College of Art and Design and Augusta University respectively.
What types of education roles typically qualify for F-1 OPT sponsorship in Georgia?
Roles that align with a STEM or education-related degree field tend to qualify most readily. Common positions include research assistant, instructional designer, curriculum developer, education data analyst, and academic program coordinator. Roles in educational technology, learning management systems, and institutional research are particularly well-suited because they often require a specific degree background, which supports the OPT authorization requirement.
How do I find education F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Georgia?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international students and filters education jobs in Georgia by visa type, including F-1 OPT. Rather than manually checking each employer's sponsorship policy, Migrate Mate surfaces roles where employers have indicated OPT acceptance, saving significant time. You can filter by location, role type, and industry to focus on Georgia's education sector specifically.
Are there any Georgia-specific considerations for F-1 OPT sponsorship in the education sector?
Georgia's public university system is governed by the Board of Regents, which has its own international hiring procedures that can affect OPT timelines. STEM OPT extension eligibility matters here because many research and EdTech roles at Georgia institutions are STEM-classified, potentially extending authorized work to 36 months. Students at Georgia universities should work closely with their Designated School Official to ensure work authorization documentation stays current.
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