Advocacy & Youth Programs Coordinator

Harlem Children's Zone Inc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No-cost health insurance

Life Insurance

Short/long-term disability

Paid time off

Career advancement

Wellness discounts

Commuter benefits

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

Harlem Children's Zone (HCZ) is seeking an Advocacy Coordinator to support our After-School programs with a mission-driven approach. You will oversee academic enrichment, mentorship, social-emotional support, career readiness, and college preparation for participating students.

The role focuses on coordinating with schools and families, supervising Student Advocates and tutors, and maintaining data to measure impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 2 years experience in an educational, case management, social work, or community service setting.
• 1 year of supervisory/management experience.
• Strong organizational, planning, leadership, writing and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Work one-on-one with students to understand the diversity of needs for academic resources.
• Oversee work with school partners and parents while collaborating with other site staff.
• Supervises Student Advocates and tutors to assess students’ needs, and develop and implement plans to meet those needs.
• Maintain statistical data for all education-related activities, such as student participation and tutor hours dedicated to education activities.
• Review the educational history of students to evaluate academic performance and learning characteristics.
• Coordinate, develop, monitor, and evaluate the effectiveness of the IEP for students.
• Prepare reports and updates as required and continuously evaluate program impact.
• Review and use of data to make informed decisions around the education component program improvements.
• Develop long-term and short-term plans/programs to meet instructional objectives.
• Attend and contribute to case management meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team player

Planning & organizing

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Harlem Children's Zone (HCZ) is seeking an Advocacy Coordinator to support our After-School programs with a mission-driven approach. You will oversee academic enrichment, mentorship, social-emotional support, career readiness, and college preparation for participating students.

The role focuses on coordinating with schools and families, supervising Student Advocates and tutors, and maintaining data to measure impact.