Program Coordinator - CLECC

About the Employer

Program Coordinator, 21st Century CCLC

Position Overview

Portland Public Schools is seeking a Program Director to lead Wayfinders, a 21st CCLC grant-funded summer and afterschool program. The district is looking for a passionate and experienced leader to spearhead the program through its inaugural year and establish a foundation for success throughout the four-year grant cycle and beyond.

Responsibilities

Overall leadership, communication, and partnership management, Hiring, budgeting, monitoring, professional development, and all data collection and reporting requirements, Establishes and maintains positive and respectful working relationships with students, school day staff, program staff, administration, parents/guardians, and community partners and members, Manages budgeting, data collection and reporting; coordinates essential services like transportation, meals, and facilities, etc., Directs the hiring process, including interviewing, onboarding, and training, and provides continuous professional development for staff and volunteers, Drives student recruitment and retention to meet enrollment goals through active school and community engagement, Builds and maintains strong relationships with school leadership, families, and community partners to align academic goals and enrichment opportunities, Facilitates advisory board meetings and works to secure future funding and program longevity beyond the initial grant cycle.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Deep understanding of the district's academic goals and ability to translate academic standards into engaging out-of-school time activities, Ability to manage multiple timelines, logistical spreadsheets, budgets, and varying program dates/times, Expertise in designing hands-on STEM and literacy curricula that drive student academic growth and proficiency, Strong interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with district leadership, school-based staff, environmental education partners, community partners, advisory board members, families, and students, Ability to problem-solve on the fly and refine systems for future program expansion.

Education, Training, and Experience

Bachelor's degree, Minimum of 3-5 years of teaching experience, Minimum of 1 year program leadership experience, Proven experience in curriculum design, out-of-school time programming, and/or grant-funded (21st CCLC) educational environments, Experience working with diverse student populations and a demonstrated commitment to educational equity.

Employment Details

Schedule: Full year, full-time (1.0 FTE) Assignment: Grant-based (1 year guaranteed, possibility of extension up to 4 years) Reports to: Program Manager, Experiential and Out-of-School Learning Contract: Non-represented salaried employees (see Administrative Bulletins for non-bargaining employees here) Salary: $65,000-$80,000 Benefits: Eligible for benefits as outlined here - Portland Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Portland Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are dedicated to maintaining a work environment that is free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws.