Coordinator, Community School

Osseo Ind School District 279; Maple Grove (MN); On-site; USD 98,000 - 137,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful and impactful work

Opportunities to grow professionally

Mentorship programs for teachers and E

Summer opportunities

Job summary

Osseo Area School District ISD 279 in Maple Grove, MN seeks a Coordinator, Community School to plan, develop, evaluate, and improve district programs across ECFE, VPK, DOEE, Indian Education, and community engagement. The role administers budgets, seeks grants, and serves as liaison to external agencies while supporting staff and district goals.

The coordinator builds staff capacity, fosters equity, and coordinates professional development and partnerships, with flexible hours to meet district

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Human Development, Early Childhood Development, Education, or a closely related field.
• Must possess a valid Minnesota K-12 Principal or Director of Community Education license.
• Five (5) years of relevant programming experience.
• Three (3) years of supervisory experience.
• Flexible work schedule, including occasional evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates management skills to ensure effective operations of early learning programs.
• Collaborates with leaders to manage budgets and resources.
• Identifies grant opportunities and administers funding aligned with program needs.
• Supervises personnel, provides feedback, and supports continuous improvement.
• Leads development and implementation of marketing and outreach strategies for district families.
• Partners with external agencies and community organizations to strengthen early learning work.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Staff supervision

Grants & funding

Collaboration

Equity & inclusion

Education

Master’s degree in Human Development, Early Childhood Development, Education, or a closely related field

Minnesota K-12 Principal or Director of Community Education license

Job description

Osseo Ind School District 279 Educational Service Center - Maple Grove, Minnesota Open in Google Maps

Coordinator, Community School

This job is also posted in Osseo Area Schools - District 279

Job Details

Job ID: 5901644

Application Deadline: Sep 04, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: Aug 25, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Job Summary: The Coordinator, Community School, supports the district’s mission to inspire and prepare all students with the confidence, courage, and competence to achieve their dreams, contribute to their community, and engage in a lifetime of learning by planning, developing, evaluating, and improving all programming across departments and programs such as ECFE, VPK, DOEE, Indian Education, and Community Engagement. The position implements continuous program improvement processes, seeks and administers grants and funding sources, and serves as the primary liaison to external agencies on community relationship-building. The Coordinator administers assigned budgets, ensures equitable and effective use of resources and technologies, and supports district and departmental goals and improvement plans. The position builds staff capacity to advance system-wide and departmental initiatives, fosters collaboration across programs, departments, and community organizations, and supervises assigned staff. The Coordinator coordinates and oversees a district and community professional development center on-site. They will support in-person, synchronous, and asynchronous learning and services as needed, participate in district leadership activities, and maintain flexible work hours to meet the needs of the district and department.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates management skills to ensure effective, equitable, and compliant operations of early learning programs. (25%)
  • Manages resources aligned to program outcomes; applies professional judgment in selecting high-quality instructional materials.
  • Collaborates with leaders to develop and manage budgets; ensures equitable and effective use of district, department, and grant resources.
  • Identifies and administers grant opportunities; makes budget recommendations aligned with program needs.
  • Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local policies, regulations, and Board policies.
  • Supports implementation of ECFE, VPK and preschool summer programs.
  • Applies equitable decision-making; analyzes scholar achievement data to inform program improvements.
  • Remains current with research and trends in curriculum, instruction, assessment, and digital learning.
  • Identifies and addresses staff professional learning needs through assessment tools and aligned opportunities.
  • Leads collaborative projects across departments and external agencies; acts as primary liaison with district sites and early learning programs; integrates technology to enhance scholar and adult learning.
  • Develops and implements program budgets focused on improving student achievement; writes and monitors grants to secure additional funding sources.
  • Maintains compliance with state and federal reporting requirements and trains staff as needed.
  • Supervises site maintenance and security to ensure a safe environment for students, families, staff, and community members.
  • Serves as site leader, facilitating collaboration among building partners and community organizations.
  • Creates priority schedule for professional development center as well as pricing matrix, food options, oversight of technology, and user group needs.
• Provides performance leadership by developing staff capacity, supervising personnel, and promoting accountability. (20%)
  • Builds staff capacity to apply expertise for maximum impact; coordinates and delivers professional learning opportunities.
  • Provides guidance, direction, and work coordination for program staff and support personnel.
  • Coordinates equitable hiring processes; recommends employment decisions.
  • Supervises direct reports, providing formative feedback, timely performance evaluations, and support for continuous improvement.
  • Delegates tasks appropriately; establishes procedures and monitors performance to ensure efficient and effective operations.
  • Administers all aspects of staff hiring, training, observation, and evaluation for licensed and non-licensed personnel.
  • Provides structures for reflective practice, inquiry, and action research to monitor the effectiveness of interventions and improve instruction.
  • Collaborates with teachers to analyze student and program data, identify achievement gaps, and develop targeted strategies to improve learning outcomes.
  • Leads the development and implementation of marketing and outreach strategies to increase program awareness among district families with children ages birth–kindergarten.
• Provides strategic leadership for early learning programs to align with district mission, vision, and core values. (20%)
  • Aligns functions with the mission and strategic priorities of the District; participates in initiatives, training, committees, and task forces.
  • Develops and communicates a shared vision for program areas; fosters family/caregiver engagement and advisory councils.
  • Leads collaborative efforts to design and implement early learning programs; serves as liaison with Head Start and other community partners.
  • Plans and oversees continuous improvement processes; establishes clear, equitable outcomes informed by research, standards, and data.
  • Initiates and sustains collaboration across leaders, staff, and organizations; partners with Equity staff to provide culturally responsive professional learning and ensure equity in planning, development, and evaluation.
  • Develops and administers a community needs assessment, as required by ECFE statute, and uses findings to inform future programming.
  • Coordinates VPK programming while following MDE requirements
  • Builds a positive sense of community by honoring the cultural traditions, values, and identities of families served.
• Demonstrates professionalism and models integrity in all aspects of leadership and program management. (20%)
  • Engages in continuous professional growth through reflection, self-assessment, and professional development opportunities.
  • Models ethical and professional behavior that enhances the image of the program and inspires others to higher levels of performance.
  • Stays current on research, trends, legislation, and best practices in early childhood and family education.
  • Collaborates with other district early childhood initiatives to align services and supports.
  • Manages time and duties effectively; maintains accurate and accessible documentation and records.
  • Initiates communication and collaboration with colleagues, staff, and administrators; shares timely and constructive information.
  • Cultivates positive relationships; participates in professional inquiry, district/state meetings, and implementation of the District’s mission.
  • Remains current in content knowledge and pedagogy; participates in professional organizations; provides leadership to peers.
  • Models professionalism in demeanor and interactions; represents the District positively.
  • Maintains honesty, integrity, and confidentiality; demonstrates adaptability, reliability, and advocacy for scholars.
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills to build positive relationships and ensure effective communication. (15%)
  • Establishes mutual respect and positive interactions with scholars, families, colleagues, and community members; demonstrates cultural responsiveness and developmental awareness.
  • Welcomes and engages families and stakeholders in meaningful dialogue regarding student learning and program needs.
  • Demonstrates strong facilitation skills in group settings to promote understanding and collaboration.
  • Expresses ideas clearly in speaking and writing; presents to diverse groups; encourages open communication and feedback.
  • Ensures stakeholders are informed about program outcomes, needs, and accomplishments; implements communication plans and prepares required reports.
  • Responds to inquiries, concerns, and external requests for information.
  • Builds alliances with state agencies, school districts, and professional/community organizations to strengthen early learning work.
  • Recognizes and addresses concerns of others; provides appropriate support and resolves conflicts.
• Performs other comparable duties of a like or similar nature as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Human Development, Early Childhood Development, Education, or a closely related field.
• Must possess a valid Minnesota K-12 Principal or Director of Community Education license.
• Five (5) years of relevant programming experience.
• Three (3) years of supervisory experience.
• Must be willing to have a flexible work schedule, including occasional evenings and weekends, to accommodate the needs of the site.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Administrative experience in public school and/or community-based programming.
• Licensed in Early Childhood and/or Parent and Family Education.

Salary Range: Pay Grade 118, $97,761 to $136,866

Bargaining unit:Licensed Coordinators

FTE:1.0, 218 workdays per year

Desired start date:to be determined

Osseo Area Schools offers:

• Meaningful and impactful work
• Opportunities to grow professionally
• A variety of benefits
• Mentorship programs for teachers and educational support professionals
• Summer opportunities
• and more!

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Osseo Area School District ISD 279 is an Equal Opportunity, and veteran-friendly employer.

Osseo Area School District ISD 279 ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Osseo Area School District is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the district and strongly encourages persons to apply who can strengthen our diversity. For more information, view theDistrict’s Equal Opportunity and Prohibition Against Discrimination, Harassment and Violence Policy.

Veteran’s Preference: If you are an eligible veteran, please submit a legible copy of your DD214 with your application.

Accommodation: If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during the selection process, please email Human Resources at [e-mail] or call 763-391-7007.

Background Check Upon Conditional Offer:

Background checks are conducted upon receiving a conditional offer. Employees must complete a background check and are responsible for the background fee. A passing background is required. Criminal convictions are reviewed on a case‑by‑case basis.

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $97,761 to $136,866 Per Year
Job Categories:

Administration > Director/Coordinator/Manager

Job Requirements

• Master degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Contact HR or the Site with any questions regarding the position
• Email: [e-mail]