Learning Center Coordinator

Cambridge Housing Authority; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick time

Job summary

The Cambridge Housing Authority seeks a Learning Center Coordinator to support after-school educational activities and help run the computer and homework centers for residents' students. This seasonal role offers part-time hours (approximately 20 per week) with afternoons and early evenings, September through mid-June and summer as available, reporting to the Director of The Work Force.

Candidates with a high school diploma and background in education, along with strong interpersonal skills, are

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; associate’s or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Background in education and adolescent development with demonstrated behavioral management skills.
• Strong ability to motivate and sustain participants’ interest in learning, build strong relationships, and maintain professional boundaries.
• Knowledge of Haitian Creole, Spanish, or Amharic is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily operations of homework center and computer lab to foster a constructive learning environment.
• Mentor and provide academic support to program participants.
• Maintain attendance logs and update student database and files regularly.
• Review student documentation and curriculum material with site manager.
• Make reminder and recruitment calls to parents and students regularly.
• Track supplies at the site and order materials as needed.
• Help with all special events and upkeep of the site.
• Maintain a neat and organized site.
• Manage behavior in the homework center and help students reach their academic goals.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Computer skills

Educational background in adolescence

Behavioral management

Team building

Language skills

Education

High school diploma

Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Access

MS Outlook

Job description

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Central Office, Cambridge, MA, US

Position Title: Learning Center Coordinator

Grade: None

Department: The Work Force – Resident Services

Reports To: Director of The Work Force

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Union: None

Summary

The primary purpose of this position is to provide after‑school educational support to students enrolled in the Work Force program and to assist in managing the daily operation of the computer and homework centers. The Work Force is an eleven‑year comprehensive after‑school educational support and employment training program that provides holistic support to public housing students from 6th grade through the first four years of post‑secondary programs. The mission of the Work Force is to empower adolescents living in Cambridge public housing to create their own pathways to educational success and economic mobility.

This is a seasonal position with an option for year‑round employment based on availability and performance. It operates during the school year from September until mid‑June and in the summer from July through August. The incumbent will work approximately 20 hours per week after school and early evenings and must be available Monday‑Thursday 2:30 pm – 6:30 pm, Friday 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm (and occasional evening events). Benefit: accrued paid sick time.

All activities must support the Cambridge Housing Authority’s (CHA) strategic goals and objectives and produce results that accomplish the goals of the Leased Housing Department.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; associate’s or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Background in education and adolescent development with demonstrated behavioral management skills.
• Strong ability to motivate and sustain participants’ interest in learning, build strong relationships, and maintain professional boundaries.
• Strong team‑building skills, resourcefulness, professionalism, and interest in adolescent development.
• Knowledge of Haitian Creole, Spanish, or Amharic is a plus.

Technical Skills

• Strong computer skills (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Access, and MS Outlook).
• Ability to learn other computer software programs as required by assigned tasks.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise daily operations of homework center and computer lab to foster a constructive learning environment.
• Mentor and provide academic support to program participants.
• Maintain attendance logs and update student database and files regularly.
• Review student documentation and curriculum material with site manager.
• Make reminder and recruitment calls to parents and students regularly.
• Track supplies at the site and order materials as needed.
• Help with all special events and upkeep of the site.
• Maintain a neat and organized site.
• Manage behavior in the homework center and help students reach their academic goals.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Competencies

Commitment: Sets high performance standards; pursues aggressive goals and works hard/smart to achieve them; strives for results and success; conveys urgency and brings issues to closure; persists despite obstacles.

Customer Service: Meets/exceeds expectations of internal and external customers; identifies, understands, monitors and measures needs; thinks and acts with customers in mind.

Effective Communication: Ensures important information is passed to those who need to know; conveys information clearly and effectively orally or in writing; listens effectively.

Responsiveness and Accountability: Demonstrates high conscientiousness; holds oneself personally responsible for work; does fair share of work.

Teamwork: Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness; gives and welcomes feedback; builds positive team spirit; prioritizes team success; supports everyone’s efforts.

• Ability to work effectively with a broad range of adolescents, with interest in counseling and teaching skills.
• Strong behavioral management skills with ability to set and maintain limits with adolescents.
• Strong ability to motivate, inspire, and sustain participants’ interest in learning.
• Mature sense of professional accountability and excellent follow‑through.
• Developed organizational skills; priority and multi‑tasking.
• Strong computer skills, particularly Word and Excel.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Physical Demands

The employee is frequently required to maintain a stationary position, operate computers and other office equipment, move about the office, attend onsite and offsite meetings, and communicate. The employee may occasionally transport up to 10 pounds.

Work Environment

The noise level in the office environment is usually moderate.

Monday‑Thursday 2:30 pm – 6:30 pm, Friday 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Not to exceed 20 hours per week