Teen Program Coordinator - Bilingual/Spanish

Buckner International; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Community Coordinator, where you will create impactful programs for teens aged 13-17. This role involves designing engaging curricula, providing essential life skills training, and fostering an environment of growth and respect. You will lead a dedicated team, ensuring compliance with organizational standards while nurturing the personal and academic development of youth. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people and have the skills to inspire, this is the perfect opportunity for you to shine hope in your community.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience working with children and families.
• Strong administrative skills for staff management and curriculum delivery.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement holistic teen programs with engaging activities.
• Provide training on job and life skills for youth ages 13-17.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Curriculum Development

Bilingual (Spanish)

Program Management

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Job description

Buckner Children and Family Services Community: Family Hope Center at Bachman Lake Location: Dallas, TX - Onsite Address: 3300 Lombardy, Dallas, TX 7502 Job Schedule: Full-Time

We are seeking a Community Coordinator to join our Family Hope Center team. As a Community Coordinator, you will shine hope by developing and implementing program structure and design for the Teen programs. Provide an environment of consistent supervision and guidance for youth ages 13-17. Supervise program staff to ensure compliance with monitoring standards and Buckner’s mission, vision, values, policies, and procedures.

What You’ll Do

• Provide training for students ages 13-17 on various job and life skills including but not limited to career exploration, leadership, communication, marketing, computer/technical skills, character development, goal setting, and educational success.
• Design, develop, and implement a holistic teen program which provides challenging enrichment activities in a meaningful and interactive context and provides opportunities for youth development. Include all aspects of the curriculum to be used for the program including but not limited to program structure, community partnerships, overall goals, daily projects, workshops and guest speakers, evaluation tools, and marketing needs.
• Provide an environment that stimulates self-confidence, personal expression, cultural sensitivity, trust, and respect for others. Remain attentive to the physical, emotional, spiritual, and academic growth of youth participating in the program.
• Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects to communicate objectives to students.
• Organize, schedule, and implement a program of study adapted to meet the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the student population. Utilize current and relevant subject matter, including curricula used by other community programs and organizations adapted to students' identified needs.
• Ensure the classroom environment is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest level of the students. Monitor student learning and pace instruction accordingly. Ensure expectations and standards are explained and understood by students and parents.
• Provide ongoing evaluation for student progress through daily supervision, assignments, and pre-and post-testing. Provide progress reports as required.
• Develop and implement systems for family involvement and engagement in the program. Conduct regular parent meetings.
• Assist in developing and implementing policies and rules governing student performance and conduct in the classroom.
• Encourage students to maintain appropriate standards of classroom behavior and apply those standards in a fair and consistent manner.
• Coordinate programming with other staff members as needed to assist students in meeting learning objectives. Allow access to a variety of FHC resources and facilities to provide experience in the reception area, resale shop, computer lab, etc.

What You’ll Bring to the Team

• High School Diploma (or G.E.D.) required.
• Minimum of 2 years prior related experience working with children and families.
• Prior related program and staff management experience required.
• Requires the ability to effectively manage personnel; requires administrative skills to include but not limited to staff selection, development, motivation, scheduling, and evaluation.
• Requires the ability to develop, implement, and deliver curriculum-based training.
• Requires the ability to read, write, and speak Spanish professionally.
• Requires the ability to drive assigned vehicle(s) or personal vehicle, with appropriate state license, following all laws applicable; must provide proof of liability insurance and must be eligible to be insured under Buckner’s insurance policy. Must be age 21 or older to drive on behalf of Buckner.
• Requires the ability to use up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force continuously to move objects and/or people.
• Requires the ability to walk, stand, and sit, sometimes for prolonged periods of time.

The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the essential functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job.

About Buckner Children and Family Services: Since 1879 Buckner has been transforming lives through hands-on ministry, serving the most vulnerable from the beginning to the end of life. Buckner is one of the oldest and most unique faith-based social service organizations of its kind, serving hundreds of thousands of people each year in the United States and around the world. Learn more about our programs and ministry at buckner.org. Buckner is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The same way we treat our employees is how we treat all applicants – with respect. Buckner is an equal opportunity employer (EEO is the law). You will be treated fairly throughout our recruiting process and without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status in consideration for a career at Buckner.