Education Coordinator P/T

Job Title: SYEP Education Coordinator Schedule: Varied.
Job Type: Part Time
Pay Rate: $40.00/hr
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Effective
Date: TBD
Reports to: Workforce Education & Training Coordinator 

POSITION SUMMARY:
The person selected for this position will be under the direct supervision of the Workforce Education & Training Coordinator and will be responsible for providing an appropriately safe, caring, and enriching environment for youth enrolled in United Activities Unlimited (UAU) programming. The SYEP Education Coordinator is responsible for conducting themselves in an appropriate manner, setting the example for participants, parents, and co-workers by reflecting the core values of UAU: caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. The SYEP Education Coordinator is responsible for complying with all standards set by United Activities Unlimited.

The SYEP Education Coordinator will oversee content and curriculum development and implementation for UAU’s SYEP program, including all contracts. This position requires an individual who can work flexible hours, has 3+ years of experience in youth education, youth development, and project management, and offers a demonstrated commitment to civic engagement and/or service learning. The SYEP Education Coordinator must be able to work with both participants and peers to successfully implement service learning curriculum.

The SYEP Education Coordinator will serve on a part-time basis with gradually increasing hours throughout spring and summer 2021. The target start date for this position is in February 2021.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND JOB DUTIES:

• Develop, revise, and edit project-based learning curriculum and supplemental resource guides for UAU’s Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP), in collaboration with and as directed by Workforce Education & Training Coordinator;
• Develop, revise, and edit trainings, activities, and professional development exercises for the SYEP Younger Youth staff, in collaboration with and as directed by Workforce Education & Training Coordinator;
• Assist with the preparation and delivery of orientation and training sessions;
• Conduct site visits during SYEP 2021, virtually if/as appropriate, including at least one weekly site visit to Bronx cohorts
• Support the implementation of UAU’s SYEP Project-Based Learning by: supervising team of Education Specialists; liaising with and providing support to Outreach Coordinator(s), in collaboration with and as directed by the Workforce Education & Training Coordinator; recording/reporting observations and challenges; actively working with Instructors and Education Specialists to guide and elevate cohort instruction and project development; facilitating the distribution of resources to any/all cohort(s); working with the Workforce Education & Training Coordinator to implement the Remote Quality Assessment Tool; and coordinating and supervising substitute Instructors throughout program implementation;
• Provide formal and informal training and coaching to SYEP staff to ensure quality and uniformity of facilitation/program delivery under Workforce;
• Facilitate modules as needed;
• Liaise, coordinate with, and provide support to SYEP Administrative team, including Director(s) and Coordinator(s), throughout programming;
• Create and support the development of templates for SYEP Education implementation, if/as directed by Workforce Education & Training Coordinator;
• Participate in internal planning meetings, professional development, and debrief activities;
• Assist with any other departmental duties and projects as needed

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher
• Minimum of 3 years of related experience in education, youth development, or workforce development
• Ability to multi-task and manage oversight of multiple teaching teams and site locations
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Highly collaborative spirit
• Willing and able to take initiative and engage in active problem-solving
• Ability to work a flexible schedule
• Proficient use of GSuite, including Google Classroom
• Demonstrates understanding and value of individuals’ different capacities, cultures, and abilities
• A high level of emotional intelligence and ability to thoughtfully and accurately assess and respond to individual needs
• Respect for diverse racial, socio-economic, ethnic, academic, religious, and cultural backgrounds and identities
• Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and a commitment to and passion for UAU’s mission
• Experience with curriculum design/development, preferred
• Ability to travel with access to reliable transportation
• Display a superior level of professionalism, including attire, appearance, and demeanor

To apply for the SYEP Education Coordinator position, please submit a resume and cover letter to Michelle Bascome at [email protected]