Education Support Coordinator I: School Tutoring & Programs

Brightlane Learning; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Brightlane Learning seeks an Education Support Coordinator I to lead and support programming at school sites in Indianapolis. This entry-level, part-time role balances hands-on tutoring with program coordination and close collaboration with families and school staff.

The ESC I will oversee intake, create Personalized Learning Plans, deliver tutoring, and monitor progress to ensure high-quality student outcomes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least 1 year of experience working with youth and/or families in educational or community settings.
• Familiarity with trauma-informed practices and barriers faced by families experiencing housing instability.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Brightlane Learning programming at the assigned school site(s), including managing intake, supporting tutoring sessions, and individualized academic support for students.
• Create and manage Personalized Learning Plans for students based on individual needs, grades, and data, ensuring each student has tailored academic support.
• Deliver tutoring and academic enrichment aligned with Personalized Learning Plans.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of tutoring sessions and adjust as needed to ensure student progress aligns with educational goals.
• Maintain consistent communication with families to support academic progress and school engagement.
• Participate in or facilitate school or service provider meetings related to student needs, when appropriate.
• Establish and maintain communication with teachers and school staff to support academic achievement and provide regular updates on student progress and program changes.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for tutors at assigned sites; communicate tutoring schedules, support needs, and session adjustments (with Direct Leader support, as needed).
• Provide tutors with updates on student learning goals and strategies.
• Provide daily support to volunteer tutors, including assisting with homework or classwork, guiding supplemental activities, and ensuring a productive environment for tutoring.
• Promote Brightlane Learning events and initiatives to tutors, encouraging their participation and engagement with the organization's mission.
• Contribute to tutor retention by offering encouragement, sharing feedback with program staff, and promoting a positive tutoring environment.
• Conduct volunteer orientations, assign tutoring responsibilities, and offer feedback to promote tutor engagement.
• Proactively address tutoring challenges, conflicts, or needs to maintain a safe and effective learning environment.
• Maintain accurate and timely student, tutor, and program data in designated systems to support reporting, impact evaluation, and the identification of student progress and success stories.
• Maintain site materials such as emergency plans, first aid kits, cleaning supplies, curriculum kits, and other necessary items to ensure a well-stocked, safe, and productive tutoring environment.
• Monitor program effectiveness through surveys or assessments and share feedback with program leaders.
• Attend required meetings and special events, including fundraising events, tutor workshops, and staff meetings, to maintain alignment with Brightlane Learning’s overall goals.
• Contribute to staff development by sharing knowledge and experiences during team meetings and training sessions.
• Collaborate with other Education Support Coordinators when necessary to ensure seamless program delivery across multiple sites.
• Actively contribute ideas, feedback, and support to peers during cross-site collaboration or team-based planning efforts.

Skills

Trauma-informed practices

Group management

Family communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate or Bachelor's degree in education, social work, youth development, or related field

Job description

Brightlane Learning seeks an Education Support Coordinator I to lead and support programming at school sites in Indianapolis. This entry-level, part-time role balances hands-on tutoring with program coordination and close collaboration with families and school staff.

The ESC I will oversee intake, create Personalized Learning Plans, deliver tutoring, and monitor progress to ensure high-quality student outcomes.