Community Schools Coordinator

School District #39 (Vancouver); Vancouver; On-site; CAD 86,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

The Vancouver School Board invites applications for the position of Community Schools Coordinator. You will develop and implement out-of-school time programs for students in a geographic area, with a focus on community connectedness and removing barriers to participation.

You will coordinate year-round activities and lead collaboration with community stakeholders, school staff, and local agencies to ensure programs meet diverse student needs; strong leadership and strategic planning are

Qualifications

• Experience in public schools and community settings, with strong communication and relationship-building.
• Degree in Recreation, Community Development, Education or Social Science, with knowledge of local child and youth services.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate year-round programs for children and youth in a geographic area.
• Develop and implement out-of-school time programs to increase participation and community connectedness.
• Engage community stakeholders and organizations to support program development, implementation and evaluation.
• Manage budgets and coordinate resources for program areas.

Job description

The Vancouver School Board welcomes applications for the position of:

COMMUNITY SCHOOLS COORDINATOR

Salary: $95,045

Full-Time Temporary with Benefits

Start Date: January 25th, 2027 to July 21, 2028

Location: To be determined (this is not a remote or hybrid position)

Only candidates who are fully qualified will be considered for this position

THE ORGANIZATION: VANCOUVER SCHOOL BOARD (SCHOOL DISTRICT 39)

With deep gratitude and respect, we are honoured to be learning and unlearning on the ancestral and unceded lands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish) Nation, and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nation.

At the VSB, we are proud to provide exceptional learning experiences for students. As a large, urban school district, the VSB is one of Canada’s most diverse school systems and equity and inclusivity are at the forefront of our approach to education.

Throughout the District, more than 7,700 staff work to create learning environments where every student thrives by prioritizing students’ needs, applying evidence-informed practices, and building relationships. The VSB’s culture reflects the diversity of our city. Students enrolled in VSB come from varied backgrounds and lived experiences and are encouraged to explore and share their unique selves and gifts. Our commitment to students goes beyond academics with students’ overall well-being and sense of belonging being equally important. As an organization, we strive to build a school system where every student can be their authentic self and succeed throughout their learning journey. In doing this work, we champion equity and accountability by making evidence-based decisions. As a learning organization, humility is our guidepost as we work to continually improve student outcomes in service to them, their families, and the broader community. For more information about our school district, visit https://www.vsb.bc.ca/

THE POSITION

Organizational skills come naturally to you, and you are comfortable taking a strong leadership role. Working with community stakeholders and organizations, you will use your knowledge and experience of child and youth engagement strategies to develop and implement out of school time programs for students in a geographic area. Your vision and strategic capabilities will assist you to coordinate year-round programs for children and youth who face barriers to participation or come from imposed conditions with a primary focus on community connectedness. You will facilitate community participation in program development, implementation, and evaluation to serve a diverse and changing set of needs.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Your experience working in public schools and community settings, paired with effective communication skills will assist you in building and maintaining relationships with local community agencies, school staff, and other members of the school-community. You can synthesize, articulate, and align district and school goals to extend into the Out of School Time opportunities. You are skilled and experienced at community-building and collaborating with community agency staff to support student engagement and connectedness. You will manage budgets and coordinate resources for your program areas. The role of Community Schools Coordinator is fast-paced, responsive to community need, and requires a diverse and experienced skill set.
• You hold a degree in Recreation, Community Development, Education or Social Science and/or have considerable experience and sound knowledge of local child and youth serving community agencies and organizations.

Due to the confidentiality of the interview process, we do not provide feedback to unsuccessful applicants or respond to inquiries regarding the status of an application.

If we are interested in moving forward or if an application requires additional information we will contact you directly.

Additional Information for Applicants:

As a public body, the personal information provided in this application is collected and used by the Vancouver School Board (“VSB”) in accordance with section 26(c) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (“FIPPA”), RSBC 1996, c.165, as amended. This information will be used by VSB staff for the purpose of evaluating your qualifications, experience, and suitability for this position. It may also be used to verify the information provided, conduct reference checks, and/or contact you about next steps in the job competition. Pursuant to section 30 of FIPPA, the VSB takes reasonable security measures to protect the personal information within its custody and control, including what has been provided in this application. Should you have any questions about the collection and use of your personal information, please email [e-mail].

The VSB has been given approval from the Human Rights Tribunal for a Special Program under s. 42(3) of the Human Rights Code. Under this special program, the VSB seeks to preferentially hire Aboriginal persons to a variety of teaching positions. Therefore, each applicant may wish to provide, on a voluntary basis, information whether they self-identify as an Aboriginal person.