Elementary Lead Site Program Coordinator

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4 days ago
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About Us

Girls Inc. of Alameda County’s mission is to inspire all girls to be strong, smart, and bold. Since our founding in 1958, our programs have supported the unique needs of girls. In the 1990s, we began to design and deliver programs focusing on girls within San Francisco Bay Area communities that have the least access to opportunity. Through a transitional kindergarten through early career Program Continuum, we empower youth by equipping them with the resources, skills, and access needed to build confidence, visualize and pursue their dreams, and grow into healthy, educated, and independent adults. All programs are developmentally appropriate, supporting the changing needs of youth as they grow. From literacy interventions in elementary school and exciting hands-on STEAM projects in middle school to building leadership skills, taking on paid internships, and college readiness in high school, and college persistence and early career supports, including workforce development, Girls Inc. provides the support and opportunities young people need to thrive at no cost to participants and their families.

Girls Inc. of Alameda County delivers daily after-school programming in 1) 10 schools and 2) our downtown Oakland center where girls from more than 15 middle schools and 45 high schools converge. As well we deliver summer programming in two Oakland locations as well as Hayward, and an earn-and-learn workforce development program for young adults who earn wages with Girls Inc. and receive free college courses towards their AA degree. In all, Girls Inc. of Alameda County provided robust programming to nearly 1750 youth in 2023-24.

About the Role

Girls Inc. seeks a full-time Elementary Site Coordinator with excellent skills to coordinate and deliver a model in person and/or virtual program for 120-150 elementary students in Oakland. The delivery model will be based on recommendations and requirements from the school site leadership, school district and/or state education departments. The coordinator will oversee a daily in person academic and enrichment program that allows students the opportunity to explore diverse, engaging, culturally and developmentally appropriate activities designed to meet physical, social and cognitive needs of all students in a gender responsive environment.

Job Summary

Coordinate and deliver all services and support as listed above.
Work collaboratively with school day staff, program staff and volunteers to identify, recruit, and provide services to 120-150 students in grades TK-5.
Hire, train, supervise, coach, and support 6-7 part-time program staff in delivering intentional program curriculum grounded in Youth Development principals, and in working successfully with girls and their parents/guardians.
Assist in the implementation of Common Core standards in the academic curriculum and program.
Ensure quality programs and instruction by supporting and overseeing activity and lesson plans of the Program Leaders.
Support Program Manager and Literacy Specialist in the administration and collection of literacy assessments.
Work closely with Program Manager to ensure high quality community events for students, families and school personnel.
Assist Program Manager in budgeting process and tracking.
Ensure the safety of all students and staff by complying with and implementing the sites’ Emergency Policies and Procedures.
Supervise Elementary Program volunteers.
Prepare written and printed materials that support the community.
Participate in staff development, consultation, training, and team meetings as well as plan and implement ongoing supervisions and meetings for Program Leaders.
Support the Elementary Department to offer year-round professional development to Elementary Program Leaders and Assistants
Build and strengthen school site relationships through regular, ongoing meetings with school staff and after school partners to ensure program is operating effectively and is aligned with the school day.
Attend Student Success Team (SST), Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings, Coordination of Services (COST) team and other meetings that concern students enrolled in the in person or virtual program at the school site.
Attend Oakland Unified School District (OUSD) and Oakland Fund for Children and Youth (OFCY) Coordinator meetings and trainings monthly and as assigned.
Understand, train and implement Continuous Quality Improvement including (but not limited to): attending related meetings/trainings, coaching staff in utilizing the tools, completing program assessments, use of reporting software, creating and implementing goals and objectives.
Coordinate an after-school collaborative, complying with contract requirements for programming, attendance and other areas as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned in person or in virtual work environment.

About You

Bachelor’s degree preferred (Meet OUSD requirement of a minimum of 48 college units).
Bilingual (Spanish/English) desired.
2 years of experience working with elementary school-age youth representing diverse cultures, ethnicities, and abilities.
Experience supervising staff, including the ability to coach group leaders.
Ability to motivate, excite and spark curiosity and well-being in students.
Ability to inspire and motivate staff as well as build and manage a team.
Knowledge and experience in literacy development, youth development and after-school or educational settings required.
Knowledge of and commitment to designing gender responsive programs.
Experience working with families and supporting their involvement in their student’s development and education.
Knowledge and experience bringing multi-cultural curriculum to the after-school environment highly desirable.
Experience and enthusiasm for supporting intensive volunteer involvement
Ability to communicate effectively orally, auditory, visually, in writing and via computer with youth, families, teachers, coworkers, and volunteers
A valid California Driver’s License, access to a reliable vehicle and proof of automobile liability insurance with minimum policy requirements as established by Girls Inc.
Proficiency in MS Office suite applications
Department of Justice clearance based on fingerprinting submission
Proof of TB test within the last four years
CPR/First Aid Certification
Ability to bend, lift, move up to 15 lbs.

Equal Opportunity Employment State

Girls Inc. of Alameda County is committed to upholding an inclusive work community that reflects the rich diversity of our girls, their families and caregivers, the community members we serve, and our geographic region. We prioritize using an equity lens to: provide culturally responsive programming and resources to those with the least access, and value culture and difference in the office, our programs, and in the community. Through discussion, awareness, and practice, we commit to continuous improvement with the goal of every person in our community knowing the value of this commitment, embodying it, and bringing it to life.

Girls Inc. of Alameda County is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants for employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, political belief, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender or gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other factor not related to ability to successfully fulfill the requirements of the position.

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