Community School Coordinator

The John H. Boner Community Center Inc; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The John H. Boner Community Center Inc in Indianapolis seeks a Community School Coordinator. This role is integral in coordinating community partnerships within a school to create environments that support student academic success and family stability.

The ideal candidate will work with various programs, assist with funding opportunities, and act as the liaison among parents, community partners, and service providers. A Bachelor's degree in social services or education and 2-5 years of relevant experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social services, education, or a related field preferred.
• 2-5 years of experience in social service or educational environments.
• Accurate data management and reporting skills, while maintaining confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the success of programs for both students and families.
• Guides community partners in aligning their services with needs.
• Assists in seeking funding opportunities including grant writing.

Skills

Data management

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social services, education, or related field

Job description

Summary

The Community School Coordinator is responsible for coordinating multiple community partnerships within an individual school in the zone and creating a learning environment that supports student academic success and family stability through a two-generational approach. The Community School Coordinator ensures that a variety of tiered services and interventions are available and accessible at the school level for students and families according to their level any type of need. This position also works to identify and fill partnership gaps, including vetting potential opportunities, relationship cultivation, funding opportunities, and reducing barriers to parents and students to accessing services.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the success of various programs or services offered to both students and families
• Guides providers and community partners in aligning their services or resources with student or family needs
• Assists in exploring potential funding opportunities to support programs and services including grant writing
• Serves as the school liaison to parents, neighbors, community partners, businesses, faith-based entities, and service providers
• Supports and assists with the coordination of parent engagement strategies and activities
• Assists school staff, service providers, and community partners in resolving issues related to service delivery, access, and coordination

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in social services, education, or related field preferred
• 2-5 years of experience working in social service/educational environments
• Accurate data management and reporting skills, while maintaining confidentiality
• Ability to work day, evening, and weekend hours as necessary