21st Century Site Coordinator: Finley Middle and Elementary Schools

Reports to: 21st CCLC Program Director. Supervises: 21st CCLC Site Staff. FLSA: Classified Non-Exempt (200 days per year). Location: Finley Elementary & Middle School. Bilingual in Spanish/English required.

About the Role

The Site Coordinator is responsible for coordinating student academic programs, culturally relevant enrichment programs, family skill building programs, adult education programs, student activities, and other components developed as part of the 21st Century Community Learning Centers extended day programs.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate written and oral communication skills.
• Coordinate multiple services to meet the needs of students and families at school sites.
• Develop effective educationally enriching activities for students and families with school staff, parents, and community partners.
• Work with ESD 123 staff, community resources, and school staff in a team approach to identify and align services for students and families.
• Demonstrate successful experience working within timelines with several partners at a time.
• Facilitate activities with students on school sites as needed.
• Coordinate all events, speakers, cultural programs, and creative arts programs for the project.
• Travel to scheduled events with students involved in 21st CCLC site activities.
• Perform data entry and monitor a data collection system in cooperation with the evaluator to efficiently capture information for reporting.
• Develop brochures and distribute them to students, staff, families, and community partners on programs offered at 21st Century Learning Community Centers.
• Assist in the identification of students and families in need of prevention and counseling services; utilize resource and referral mechanisms for service delivery.
• Provide school staff with updates on the project and outcomes.
• Link students, families, and the community to the project.
• Recommend individuals for hire to staff program offerings.
• Assign duties and responsibilities for 21st CCLC site staff, aligned with job descriptions.
• Provide or coordinate professional growth opportunities for staff members at the site.
• Support and implement ESD 123 policies, regulations, procedures, and administrative directives.
• Actively participate in school and community advisory committees for the 21st Century Learning Centers Project.
• Submit records, reports, and assignments promptly and efficiently.
• Appropriately assist with referrals to services for students and families.
• Complete monthly reports including a calendar of upcoming events.
• Maintain records of trainings and report on events conducted.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED; Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Two years of experience working with school systems in a certified teaching or para-educator position.
• Experience in coordinating multiple tasks and programs.
• Experience and ability to work effectively with students and adults.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.
• WSP/FBI background clearance required.
• Valid driver’s license and car insurance.
• Knowledge of Washington State Educational Reform, including Grade Level Expectations and required state assessments.
• Willingness to travel and work flexible schedules, including some evenings and weekends.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Follow all applicable Board Policies/Procedures and program requirements.

Skills

• Proactive self-starter with a strong sense of initiative.
• Flexible and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Confident yet humble, with a focus on team success.
• Hungry for learning and taking on new responsibilities.
• Smart with good judgment and intuition around group dynamics.
• Positive approach to obstacles and constraints.
• Ability to adjust to and use new approaches in performing duties.
• Maintain professional dress and appearance appropriate to a school setting.

Benefits

• Access to full benefits (Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance).
• Retirement Account.
• Medical Reimbursement Account.
• Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance.
• SEBB Insurance Benefits.
• Access to the agency’s wellness and employee assistance program.
• Paid sick leave (6 hours per month).
• Paid personal leave (16 hours per year).

Pay

Hourly Rate through Aug. 31: $29.09 (step 1/year 1). Hourly Rate (26/27 SY) starting Sep. 1: $29.85 (step 1/year 1) - $33.60 (step 5/year 5). Paid once a month on the last working day of the month. Receives an average monthly gross paycheck based on the number of days and hours assigned to the work calendar (Sept 01-Aug 31) and placement on the salary schedule. A full work calendar for this position is 200 days and 8 hours per day. Example gross monthly paycheck for a full work year: $3,980 (step 1/year 1) - $4,480 (step 5/year 5).

Schedule

200 days per year, 8 hours per day. Flexible schedule with some evenings and weekends required.

About Our Team and Agency

Helping students realize their dreams and aspirations is at the heart of everything we do at ESD 123. We embrace our employees as One Team, operating with loyalty and commitment through compassion, dedication, and collaboration. At ESD 123, we strive to offer the highest quality customer experience by committing to our Culture Playbook and always looking for ways to say, "Yes, and..." Each member of our ESD team must be humble, hungry, and smart, with a focus on making teammates look good while working toward achieving our mission.

Working Conditions

Work is performed primarily in an office environment; however, travel is required to local school districts and program sites, and for workshops, committee representation, and conferences at local, regional, and state levels. Sitting for extended periods may be required. Lifts and carries a maximum of 35 pounds. Adequate manual and finger dexterity, hearing, speech, and vision are necessary. Hazards are those present in a normal office environment; no known significant hazards.