Student Leadership Coordinator

International School of Los Angeles; Burbank (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

International School of Los Angeles is hiring a Student Leadership Coordinator for the Burbank Campus. The role focuses on fostering leadership, student engagement, and inclusive activities across middle and high school levels.

You will mentor ASB and CVL, plan student-led events, coordinate clubs, and manage budgets while collaborating with faculty, parents, and external partners to strengthen school culture and community involvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Student Affairs, Communications, or related field.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Experience advising student organizations or leadership groups.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary advisor to ASB and CVL; supervise elections and mentor student reps.
• Coordinate student government elections and student leadership activities.
• Plan and execute major student events and campus activities.
• Manage ASB budget and resource allocation; maintain financial records.
• Coordinate volunteers and collaborate with other campus partners to run programs.
• Work with different stakeholders to improve student life programs and events.

Skills

Organizational skills

Project management

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Multicultural experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education

Master's degree in Education

Tools

Microsoft Office

Digital scheduling tools

Job description

CampusesBurbankWest Valley

About the International School of Los Angeles

Mission: The International School of Los Angeles is a non‑profit, independent, international school committed to bilingual education and academic excellence in a nurturing environment. Our mission is to develop bilingual critical thinkers who are open‑minded, confident and caring, and equipped to thrive in a diverse, competitive world. We offer a preschool through 12th grade curriculum that culminates in the French baccalauréat or the International Baccalaureate®’s Diploma Programme.

Values

The delivery of our mission is anchored in the commitment of each member of the school community to uphold the values of respect, excellence, and diversity.

Job Description

Department: Burbank Campus Administration
Reports to: Middle School Principal
Location: Burbank Campus, Burbank, CA
Compensation: Hourly Rate of $23 – $25

ContextThe Student Leadership Coordinator plays a key role in fostering a vibrant, inclusive, and engaging campus environment that encourages student leadership, creativity, initiative, and personal growth. The Coordinator is responsible for developing, organizing, and overseeing student‑led programs, activities, and events that enhance school spirit, strengthen community engagement, and provide meaningful opportunities for students to develop leadership skills. Working closely with students, faculty, administrators, and campus partners, the Coordinator empowers students to take ownership of initiatives, collaborate effectively, and develop essential skills in communication, organization, project management, and creative problem‑solving.

The position supports student life across the Middle School and High School and contributes to a positive school culture aligned with LILA's mission and educational values.

Main objective

Increasing meaningful student participation in leadership opportunities and campus activities.
Strengthening student voice, ownership, and engagement in school life.
Ensuring well‑organized, inclusive, and successful student events.
Developing students' leadership, communication, teamwork, and project
Promoting a positive school culture that reflects LILA's commitment to diversity, citizenship, and community engagement.
Maintaining effective coordination, communication, and financial
accountability across student programs.

Key relationships

Campus Director
High School Principal
Grade‑Level Deans of Students
Dean of Campus Life
Events and Volunteer Manager
Business Manager
Faculty, staff, and student leadership groups

Selection Criteria

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Student Affairs, Communications, or a related field.
• Minimum of two years of relevant experience in student affairs, youth leadership development, event planning, or program coordination, preferably in an educational setting.
• Experience advising student organizations, leadership groups, or extracurricular programs.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to coordinate multiple activities and meet deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build positive relationships with middle and high
• Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, administrators, parents, students,and external partners.
• Experience managing budgets, coordinating resources, and maintaining
• Strong problem‑solving skills, flexibility, initiative, and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and digital scheduling and communication tools.
• Availability to work occasional evenings and weekends to support student events and school activities.
• Master's degree in Education, Student Affairs, Educational Leadership, or a related field.
• Experience working in a multicultural or international school environment.
• Experience in conflict resolution, student mentoring, and group facilitation.
• Familiarity with student government, service learning, and student leadership programs.

Specific Responsibilities: Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: Essential functions:

Student Leadership Development and Advising

Serve as the primary advisor to the Associated Student Body (ASB) and Civic Voice Leaders (CVL).
Coordinate and oversee student government elections, ensuring transparent and organized processes.
Mentor student representatives throughout their terms, helping them establish goals,
plan initiatives, and fulfill their responsibilities.
Promote student voice and participation in campus decision‑making and school
improvement initiatives.
Develop opportunities for students to strengthen leadership, communication,
teamwork, conflict resolution, and organizational skills.
Encourage student‑led projects that promote school spirit, inclusion, civic
engagement, and community service.

Student Activities and Campus Life

Coordinate and oversee student‑led activities, clubs, assemblies, celebrations, and
Develop and maintain a comprehensive calendar of student activities and events,
coordinating with relevant departments and other LILA campuses to ensure effective scheduling.
Lead the planning and organization of Heritage Month assemblies and cultural celebrations in collaboration with student groups and faculty.
Support the development of engaging extracurricular opportunities that reflect student interests and contribute to a positive campus culture.
Encourage student participation in school activities and promote inclusive opportunities for involvement.
Gather student feedback and identify opportunities to improve student programs and campus experiences.

School Events and Special Projects

Coordinate the planning, organization, and execution of major student events, including:
Promo Grad Night
Annual Yearbook publication
Student-led celebrations and special events
Support student committees in establishing timelines, assigning responsibilities, managing logistics, and meeting project deadlines.
Coordinate with faculty, administrators, families, and external partners to ensure the successful delivery of student activities.
Research and evaluate external vendors, obtain quotes, and coordinate contracts and services in accordance with school policies and approval procedures.
Ensure that all student events are appropriately planned, supervised, and aligned with school expectations and safety procedures.

Budget and Resource Management

Manage and monitor the ASB budget in collaboration with the Business Manager.
Assist student leaders in developing budgets, evaluating expenses, and making
Maintain accurate records of student activity expenditures and related financial
documentation.
Coordinate purchasing requests, vendor arrangements, and resource allocation for
approved student programs and events.
Ensure compliance with school financial procedures and budgetary guidelines.

Student Volunteers and Campus Support

Collaborate with the Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS) Coordinator to recruit,
organize, and coordinate student volunteers for school events and initiatives.
Support volunteer participation at the Burbank Campus and other LILA campuses, as
needed.
Maintain volunteer schedules and communicate responsibilities and expectations to
Promote service learning and encourage students to contribute positively to the wider
Provide oversight of student Campus Assistants in the absence of the Deans of Students, including coordinating schedules, assigning responsibilities, and supporting daily campus operations.

Collaboration and Program Improvement

Work closely with the Middle School Principal, High School Principal, Campus Director, Grade‑Level Deans, and Dean of Campus Life to support student engagement and school initiatives.
Collaborate with the Events and Volunteer Manager to coordinate student participation in schoolwide activities.
Maintain regular communication with faculty and staff regarding upcoming student events, activities, and leadership initiatives.
Identify opportunities to strengthen existing programs and introduce new initiatives based on student interests, feedback, and educational best practices.
Support additional student life projects and responsibilities as assigned by the Middle School Principal.

All employees must supervise students and are expected to comply with our School Child Protection and Mandated Reporter Policies.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing all day. The employee must frequently lift and/or move items over 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Position Type/ Expected Hours of Work

This is a full‑time position with standard office hours Monday through Friday, with occasional evenings and weekends as required.

Travel

Some travel to other LILA campuses for meetings and events.

Work Authorization

J visa holders cannot be considered.
Must be authorized to work in the United States, take and pass the Department of Justice Live Scan, and health requirements of health screening, TB, and immunizations.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The International School of Los Angeles provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.