AI Summer Institute Coordinator (Leader of Summer Experience)

Position Overview

TheAI Summer Institute Coordinatorserves as thechief architect and leaderof the Summer Experience overseeing all operational instructional residential and co-curricular components of the AI Summer Institute. This role is ideal for a dynamic mission-driven professional who thrives in fast-paced learning environments excels at student engagement and can orchestrate a seamless high-quality summer program from start to finish.

The Coordinator ensures that the Institute delivers atransformative future-forward experiencethat blends artificial intelligence creative problem-solving academic enrichment and community-building. This position requires exceptional leadership communication and organizational skills as well as a passion for empowering emerging scholars.

Key Responsibilities

Program Leadership & Experience Design

• Serve as the primary leader and point of contact for all aspects of the AI Summer Institute.
• Design and implement a cohesive daily schedule that integrates instruction workshops enrichment activities and residential life.
• Ensure the program reflects Talladega Colleges commitment to innovation academic excellence and student-centered learning.
• Lead daily briefings with staff instructors and residential counselors to maintain alignment and quality.

Student Engagement & Community Building

• Foster a vibrant inclusive and supportive learning community for all participants.
• Oversee student orientation community standards and engagement protocols.
• Coordinate evening programs weekend activities and special events that enhance the student experience.
• Serve as a visible accessible leader who models professionalism empathy and enthusiasm.

Staff Supervision & Training

• Recruit train and supervise residential counselors instructional assistants and program support staff.
• Conduct pre-program training on safety youth development AI literacy and program expectations.
• Provide ongoing coaching performance feedback and conflict-resolution support.

Operations & Logistics

• Manage daily program operations including attendance transportation facilities coordination and meal schedules.
• Ensure compliance with institutional policies safety standards and emergency procedures.
• Oversee housing assignments room checks and residential life protocols.
• Maintain accurate documentation of incidents attendance and program metrics.

Instructional & Academic Support

• Collaborate with faculty guest speakers and industry partners to support AI-focused workshops and learning modules.
• Ensure instructional spaces are prepared equipped and aligned with program needs.
• Support curriculum delivery by coordinating materials technology and student movement.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelors degree in education computer science student affairs or related field.
• Demonstrated experience in youth programming summer institutes residence life or academic enrichment.
• Strong leadership communication and team-management skills.
• Ability to work long flexible hours in a residential environment.
• Commitment to student safety well-being and holistic development.

Preferred

• Experience with AI education STEM programming or digital learning environments.
• Prior supervisory experience in camp residential or academic settings.
• Familiarity with HBCU culture and student engagement practices.
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).

Work Environment & Expectations

• This is alive-in leadership role; housing and meals are provided during the program.
• Requires availability for daytime evening and weekend responsibilities.
• Must demonstrate high energy adaptability and a solutions-oriented mindset.
• Upholds the highest standards of professionalism confidentiality and student care.