Community Schools Coordinator

Montebello Unified School Dst; Saint-Didier-de-la-Tour; Sur place; EUR 35 000 - 45 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A prominent education organization in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes is seeking a Community Schools Coordinator to enhance educational programs and community engagement. The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor’s Degree and have experience in community organizations. Responsibilities include implementing programs that support students and families, conducting needs assessments, and collaborating with various stakeholders. This role involves both indoor and outdoor work with a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Experience with community organizations and project coordination.
• Ability to analyze community needs and coordinate resources.
• Knowledge of California Community Schools Framework.

Responsabilités

• Implement and monitor programs aimed at closing achievement gaps.
• Collaborate with staff and community partners for program success.
• Maintain records and assist with outreach for community services.

Connaissances

Program Coordination Experience

Community Engagement

Data Analysis

Communication

Bilingual Spanish

Formation

Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field

High School Diploma or GED

Description du poste

POSITION INFORMATION

This is an Open Competitive recruitment to create an eligibility list for current and future vacancies. Successful candidates are expected to work eight (8) hours a day, five (5) days a week, and twelve (12) months per school year. Candidates must submit proof of all required documents to be considered for the recruitment process. This position is funded by the California Community Schools Partnership Program (CCSPP) grant and is contingent upon the continued availability of these funds, with employment limited to the duration of the grant.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education, Training, and Experience:

Option 1:

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent, and;
• Five (5) years’ work experience with community organizations, school organizations, or other related organizations.

Option 2:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an institution of higher learning recognized by the Council of Higher Education Accreditation in the field of Communications, Education, School Counseling or closely related field and;
• Two (2) years’ work experience with community organizations, school organizations, or other related organizations.

Program Coordination Experience is desirable.

Licenses; Certificates; Special Requirements

• Proof of California driver’s license.
• Proof of automobile liability insurance.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Incumbents in this classification may work indoors and outdoors, with direct contact with the public, students, District staff, and the Community. This position requires travel which requires the employee to drive their own insured, personal automobile for transportation. While working the duties of this job, the employee works in a school and/ or classroom as needed. The employee’s primary responsibilities are working with the students and staff during the school day. May be required to work beyond regular business hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed to meet the demands of the position. This position may involve frequent interruptions and direct contact with staff, students, and the public; high volume of responsibilities that may require working without direct and or constant supervision; and working in a school environment where the noise level is usually moderate.

GENERAL PURPOSE

Under the direction of Director of Student Services and/or administrative designee, the Community Schools Coordinator is responsible for implementing, coordinating, and monitoring school site programs that aim to close the achievement gap. In partnership with the site administrator, the Community Schools Coordinator will ensure the programs selected fulfill one or more of the following pillars: Integrated Student Supports; Family and Community Engagement; Extended Learning Time and Opportunities; and Collaborative Leadership and Practices. The Community Schools Coordinator is responsible for implementing systems, procedures and policies, monitoring projects, and maintaining program fidelity. This position is funded by the CCSPP grant and is contingent upon the continued availability of these funds, with employment limited to the duration of the grant.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

The position works with the students, families, school administration and the community to survey student and community needs and coordinate resources to help families.

• Collaborate with the site principal(s), administrator(s), school counselor(s), school psychologist(s), Student Family Wellness Therapists, and other staff, students, parents, and partner agencies to spearhead community schools’ initiative efforts.
• Provide leadership and assist with identifying community partners, stakeholders and establishing the School Site Community Schools Advisory Council to create, strengthen, and maintain shared leadership to ensure needs are being met through effective program delivery that supports the District's and the CCSPP’s mission, objectives, and services expectations.
• Participate in programs and activities that promote workplace diversity and a positive employee relations environment.
• Maintain records about interactions with students and families and complete data entry as well as reports for school site or District as requested.
• Analyze data and conduct needs and assets assessment(s) by working with school administrator(s), school personnel, students, parents, and partner agencies to identify barriers to learning, available resources and gaps in services.
• Assist and support the overall social welfare and mental well-being of the student population within the District and take the appropriate actions, to determine the severity of the mental health needs of the students at the school site and makes referrals to community agencies.
• Coordinate all services that are part of community schools’ initiative that take place during and beyond the school day. Services can include, but are not limited to, expanded learning opportunities, parent/family engagement, integrated student support, and collaborative leadership.
• Identify, engage, and recruit partners and community organizations to offer programs and services for students and families based on the community needs and assets assessment.
• Develop and promote a schedule of programs and services offered at the school and in the community to students, family, and staff to advance partnerships and leverage community resources.
• Assist with the planning and preparation of outreach projects to increase awareness of students and parents regarding available services; throughout the District and/or public/private agencies/organizations.
• Assist administrators, District staff, parents, and outside mental health and social services agencies to determine effective mental health and social services for students.
• May provide referrals to community agencies.
• Other duties as assigned.

OTHER DUTIES

• May provide resources to students, and their families.
• Assist families in their pursuit of community services.
• Engage a broad network of partners, committed to improving the future of all members of the District’s community.
• Serve as an advocate for the best interests of students and families.
• Assist in the integration of physical and mental health, parent education, social services, and resources for students and families.
• Maintain adequate, timely and appropriate records, memos and reports.
• Participate in ongoing professional growth opportunities to keep current with trends and practices.
• Participate in a variety of assigned meetings.
• Work cooperatively with staff, students, parents, partners, and community members.
• Attend meetings, trainings, and program activities as requested.

Knowledge of

• California Community Schools Framework.
• Community resources and services.
• General needs and behavior of children and adults.
• Effective engagement strategies at all levels-individuals, family, group, community, partners, etc.
• Cultural awareness and sensitivity to issues facing children, youth, families, and the community.
• Record keeping and reporting requirements needed for evaluation and ongoing program development.
• Recruitment strategies that attract individuals to activities and the qualities that make activities engaging to motivate participants to attend regularly.
• Public presentations using visual aids.
• Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.

Ability to

• Engage a broad network of partners committed to improving the future of all members of the community.
• Make informed recommendations based on sound strategies, practices, and collaborative planning.
• Assist and support the work of staff.
• Monitor, evaluate, and adjust programs in response to students, parents, and site needs and progress.
• Effectively communicate verbally and in writing and maintain cooperative working relationships.
• Plan and organize; utilize time management and organization skills.
• Work independently and/or as part of a team and communicate effectively with students and adults of diverse racial and cultural backgrounds.
• Read, interpret, and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Adapt to changing work priorities.
• Work a flexible schedule.
• Speak and write in Spanish (desirable).
• Operate a computer terminal and computer using word processing, spreadsheet and other business software.

Education, Training, and Experience

Option 1:

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent, and;
• Five (5) years’ work experience with community organizations, school organizations, or other related organizations.

Option 2:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an institution of higher learning recognized by the Council of Higher Education Accreditation in the field of Communications, Education, School Counseling or closely related field and;
• Two (2) years’ work experience with community organizations, school organizations, or other related organizations.

Program Coordination Experience is desirable.

Licenses; Certificates; Special Requirements

• Proof of California driver’s license.
• Proof of automobile liability insurance

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS

The physical and mental requirements indicated below are examples of the physical and mental aspects that this position classification must perform in carrying out essential job functions.

• Lift, carry, push, pull, bend, twist, stoop, kneel, grasp, walk, run, and crawl.
• Safely lift/handle materials to the extent of up to 25 pounds.
• Outdoor and indoor environment.
• Reach in all directions.
• Stand, sit and walk for extended periods of time.
• Read, interpret, and apply rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Hear and speak to exchange information.
• Maintain physical fitness as necessary to perform essential duties of the position.
• Work at a desk, conference table, cafeteria, or in meetings of various configurations.
• Must possess vision to read small print and computer screens.
• Must possess hearing to use a telephone and to hear discussions and questions during public and school meetings.
• Adapt to perform under moderate to high levels of stress.
• Exposure to the following: Excessive noise

Persons with disabilities may be able to perform the essential duties of this class with reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodation will be evaluated on an individual basis and depends, in part, on the specific requirements for the job, the limitations related to disability and the ability of the selection authority to accommodate the limitation.

Examination Information

After the evaluation of minimum qualifications, examination parts for this recruitment may include, but are not limited to the following: scored supplemental questionnaire, written exam, performance exam, oral appraisal interview, physical ability test, oral presentation, project assignment, etc.

The Personnel Commission reserves the right to change, alter, cancel, add or modify examination parts, as well as weights and dates.