Program Site Coordinator

About the Employer

Make It Happen Program Site Coordinator - Casco Bay High

Position Overview

The Make It Happen site coordinator is one of the positions under Portland Public Schools' Youth Development Program. Make It Happen is an academic support and college readiness program operated by the Multilingual and Multicultural Center at the high school level to help language-minority students develop competitive academic profiles and secure college admission and financial aid.

Job Title: Make It Happen Site Coordinator - Casco Bay High

Position Details

Start Date: Two weeks before the first student day End Date: Two weeks after the last student day (approximately 11 months)

Essential Responsibilities

Oversee operation of academic support programming in the Make It Happen Academic Center Manage volunteer academic tutors and partners Recruit and engage target multilingual students and monitor integrity of support and communication Conduct academic profile meetings with students to monitor academic and civic proliferation Provide comprehensive and individualized support to seniors with college and financial aid application process Engage target students in standardized test prep, leadership, community service, and professional development activities Promote and advocate for the enrollment of target students in competitive classes Collaborate with internal and external partners in developing academic and civic profiles of students Collect data to produce summary mid-year and annual impact reports Monitor academic progress of all target students Establish and maintain communication with administration, teachers, guidance counselors, partners, and parents regarding students Participate in department and staff meetings

Skills and Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and relevant professional experience Superb interpersonal skills and accessible dispositionality to build rapport, exercise influence to motivate students to excel and impart high expectations Classroom management skills and the ability to create an ideal learning environment Strong written and oral communication skills Demonstrated organizational and executive skills Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines Ability to work independently as well as part of a team Resilience, flexibility, and a creative approach to problem-solving Ability to take initiative to identify and propose new tasks and procedures Working knowledge of Excel and Google applications

Credential Requirements

Maine State Fingerprint (CHRC) Authorization (more information available)

Employment Details

Calendar: School year + 20 days over the summer (11 months total) Schedule: Full-time (1.0 FTE) Assignment: Permanent Reports to: School Principal Contract: Part of Sec Union (see 24-25 CBA here; new CBA still under negotiation) Salary: Based on experience, as outlined in CBA Benefits: Eligible for benefits as outlined

About Casco Bay High School

Casco Bay High School is a small and rigorous public high school that reflects the increasing diversity of Portland, Maine. Founded in 2005, CBHS is a school of choice for about 400 students. For three of our first graduating classes, 100% of the graduates were accepted to college. Our aim is for each student to 'get smart to do good.' At Casco Bay, we challenge and support our students to become college-ready through our 3 Rs: rigor, relevance, and relationships.

Portland Public Schools Commitment to Diversity

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.