HBCU Coordinator

About Black Men Teach (BMT)

Black Men Teach is a movement and a mission — building a future where every child has the opportunity to learn from, be led by, and be inspired by a Black male educator. We recruit, prepare, and support Black men to enter and thrive in the classroom, strengthening schools and transforming communities in the process. At BMT, we’re reimagining what it means to teach, lead, and belong. Our team is bold, innovative, and deeply rooted in purpose. We don’t just talk about change — we design it, build it, and live it every day. Our work is rooted in the belief that representation matters—and that our children’s schooling experience will never be complete without Black male teachers in the classroom.
 

Position Overview:

The HBCU Coordinator serves as Black Men Teach's primary ambassador to Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), expanding the organization's educator pipeline through strategic campus engagement, relationship building, and student outreach. This role develops and sustains partnerships with HBCUs, faculty, student organizations, career services, and educator preparation programs while connecting prospective Fellows to opportunities within Black Men Teach.

Reporting to the Recruitment Manager, the HBCU Coordinator leads campus-based engagement efforts that increase awareness of the teaching profession, strengthen relationships across HBCU communities, and cultivate a strong pipeline of future Black male educators.

The ideal candidate is an energetic relationship builder, skilled communicator, and passionate advocate who thrives on college campuses and is committed to expanding educational opportunities for Black men.
 

Core Responsibilities: 

• HBCU Engagement & Pipeline Development (40%)
  • Serve as Black Men Teach's primary representative to Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).
  • Build and maintain a robust pipeline of prospective Fellows through intentional campus outreach and relationship development.
  • Execute campus engagement strategies that increase awareness of Black Men Teach and careers in education.
  • Recruit prospective Fellows through campus visits, career fairs, classroom presentations, student organization meetings, and recruitment events.
  • Support annual recruitment goals and contribute to the growth of Black Men Teach's educator pipeline.
• Partnership Development (25%)
  • Develop and sustain relationships with HBCU education departments, faculty, career services, admissions offices, and student organizations.
  • Coordinate campus visits, information sessions, recruitment presentations, and partnership meetings.
  • Identify opportunities to expand collaboration with HBCUs and educator preparation programs.
  • Serve as the primary liaison between Black Men Teach and HBCU partners.
  • Support partnership agreements and collaborative initiatives that strengthen educator pathways.
• Student Outreach & Engagement (20%)
  • Build authentic relationships with prospective Fellows throughout the recruitment journey.
  • Coordinate follow-up communication with students and campus partners.
  • Support student ambassador initiatives and peer recruitment efforts.
  • Share information about Fellowship opportunities, educator pathways, and Black Men Teach programming.
  • Foster meaningful engagement that encourages students to pursue careers in education.
• Recruitment Operations & Data Management (10%)
  • Maintain accurate recruitment databases, CRM records, and prospect tracking systems.
  • Monitor recruitment activity, applications, and enrollment metrics.
  • Prepare regular recruitment updates and pipeline reports for the Recruitment Manager.
  • Ensure timely documentation of outreach activities, campus engagement, and partnership interactions.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration (10%)
  • Partner with the Recruitment Manager to execute annual recruitment plans and enrollment goals.
  • Collaborate with the Director, Postsecondary Success and Campus Success Coordinator to support smooth transitions into Fellowship programming.
  • Work alongside the Director, Collective Impact & Partnerships to strengthen HBCU partnerships and educator pathway initiatives.
  • Support organizational events, recruitment campaigns, and community engagement efforts.
  • Champion Black Men Teach's mission, values, and commitment to increasing Black male representation in education.
     

Qualifications:

• Required 
  • Associate’s or Bachelor's degree in Higher Education, Student Affairs, Education, Social Work, Human Services, or a related field.
  • Two (2) or more years of experience supporting college students, youth development, advising, student affairs, higher education, or nonprofit programs.
  • Strong relationship-building and student support skills.
  • Excellent organizational, communication, and time management skills.
  • Experience coordinating programs, events, or student engagement initiatives.
  • Commitment to educational equity and increasing the representation of Black male educators.
• Preferred 
  • Experience working with first-generation college students or historically underserved populations.
  • Knowledge of educator preparation programs and higher education support services.
  • Experience with student information systems or case management platforms.
     

Skills and Competencies:

• Mission Alignment: Models Black Men Teach's mission, values, and commitment to supporting future Black male educators.
• Student Success & Relationship Building: Builds meaningful relationships that promote belonging, persistence, and student achievement.
• Communication & Student Engagement: Creates positive student experiences through responsive communication and engagement.
• Organization & Program Coordination: Coordinates multiple initiatives while ensuring high-quality program delivery and student support.
• Execution & Ownership: Follows through on commitments, manages priorities effectively, and delivers exceptional service.
• Data & Documentation: Maintains accurate student records and uses data to support student success.
• Equity & Inclusion: Creates welcoming environments where every Fellow feels supported, valued, and empowered to succeed.
   

Physical Requirements: 

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. 
• The person in this position needs to be able to move about inside and outside different facilities (e.g., schools) or offices throughout the workday.
• The candidate is expected to attend conferences, meetings and training sessions both virtually and in-person. 
• Ability to travel regularly to partner colleges and universities for student meetings, campus visits, and organizational events.
• Ability to facilitate in-person and virtual meetings, workshops, and student engagement activities.
• Occasional evening and weekend work to support student programming and organizational events.
   

Work Environment

• The standard work schedule is Monday through Friday. To support collaboration, community building, and teamwork, Black Men Teach requires staff to work on-site three days per week, Tuesday through Thursday. Mondays and Fridays are designated as remote workdays.
• This position operates in a collaborative, fast-paced hybrid work environment requiring frequent interaction with colleagues, partners, schools, and community stakeholders. The role requires flexibility, effective prioritization, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
   

Compensation and Benefits

Salary range: $18.00-$22.00. Final salary is determined by BMT based on years of experience, educational background, and level of expertise. Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience. BMT offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the whole person — your health, your future, and your life outside of work:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance — BMT covers 75% of the employee premium and 65% of dependent premiums
• 401(k) retirement plan with up to 4% employer match
• Paid Time Off (PTO), paid sick leave, and company-observed holidays in accordance with Black Men Teach's leave policies
• Professional development opportunities aligned with your growth
• We offer a hybrid work environment that emphasizes flexibility, collaboration, and community connection.
   

EEO Statement 

Black Men Teach (BMT) is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where all team members feel valued and supported. We celebrate diversity in all its forms and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
 

Join Us! 

If you’re passionate about reimagining systems and creating lasting impact, we invite you to bring your ideas and energy to BMT. Together, we’re not just transforming education — we’re transforming possibility.