Education Programs Lead for Youth & Schools

Black Mountain Home for Children; Black Mountain (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Black Mountain Home for Children, Youth & Families is seeking an Education Coordinator to lead the learning center and educational support services for youth in care. You will collaborate with House Parents, Residential Services, school personnel, volunteers and interns to advance academic progress and school readiness.

The role emphasizes educational advocacy, accurate record-keeping, and serving as the primary liaison with the school system, coordinating programs, testing, summer school and

Qualifications

• Strong communication, organization and problem-solving skills for collaboration with youth and staff.
• Experience with tutoring and educational advocacy in educational or residential settings.
• Willingness to maintain accurate records and protect confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate Black Mountain Home’s learning center and educational support services.
• Serve as liaison with the school system and school personnel.
• Manage educational programs and resources for youth in care.
• Collaborate with House Parents and Residential Services on academic needs and trips.
• Support testing, summer school and preparation for higher learning.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Problem-solving

Tutoring

Educational advocacy

Education

NC Teaching License

Experience with special education

Job description

Black Mountain Home for Children, Youth & Families is seeking an Education Coordinator to lead the learning center and educational support services for youth in care. You will collaborate with House Parents, Residential Services, school personnel, volunteers and interns to advance academic progress and school readiness.

The role emphasizes educational advocacy, accurate record-keeping, and serving as the primary liaison with the school system, coordinating programs, testing, summer school and