Education Program Manager @ GirlForward

Chicagolx; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization in Chicago seeks an Education Program Manager to oversee educational programming, including tutoring and summer camps. The ideal candidate will have a background in education, strong communication skills, and experience in community engagement. This full-time position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of displaced girls in the Chicago area.

Qualifications

• Experience managing educational programs or similar projects.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work with diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of educational programming.
• Recruit and support volunteer tutors.
• Implement and improve curriculum.

Skills

Mentoring

Curriculum development

Community engagement

Volunteer recruitment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or related field

Job description

GirlForward is a community of support dedicated to creating and enhancing opportunities for girls displaced globally by conflict and persecution. We envision a world where all girls are able to access and lead multicultural and intergenerational communities for social change.

Headquartered in Chicago, IL GirlForward (GF) operates its programs at its center in Chicago, IL, and through school-based partnerships in Austin, TX. We are currently serving 200 girls ages 14-22 through mentorship, education and safe spaces programs. Girls in our community have come to the US through refugee resettlement, asylum process, or other immigration channels, and represent over 40 countries of origin.

GirlForward is looking for an Education Program Manager to join our team full-time in Chicago. This position is focused on managing the day-to-day operations of the year-round educational programming at GirlForward, including virtual tutoring nationally, in-person tutoring in Chicago, school-based group work, and Camp GirlForward in the summer. They are responsible for recruitment, screening, training, monitoring, and supporting volunteer tutors; implementing and improving curriculum; cultivating relationships with community based organizations and school personnel; and building relationships with the community while exploring themes of identity, power, and community are integral to success in this role. This position reports directly to the Director of Programs and Operations to set programmatic vision, goals, and impact objectives.

Visit www.girlforward.org to find more details about this opportunity located in Get Involved section.

Submit an application via this form . Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and this position will remain open until filled.We encourage interested candidates to apply early , as the review process will continue until we find the next GirlForward Education Program Manager.