Community Learning Center Coordinator

About the role

Seattle Parks and Recreation operates Community Learning Centers (CLCs) based within Seattle Public Schools (SPS). Programs are held during Out-of-School Time (OST): after school, lunchtime, and school breaks including summer. CLCs are active in four middle schools and one elementary, serving an average of 3,300 students each year across the SPS District. This position reports to the Community Learning Center Manager and is responsible for supporting the whole child during their most vulnerable year of development. The CLC Coordinator focuses on offering academic support in alignment with Seattle Public Schools goals, enrichment and recreation activities supporting social/emotional development, cultural relevancy and responsiveness. Support services such as mental health resources, college and career exploration and readiness are integral. The position also coordinates school site–specific community and family engagement events in alignment with the Recreation Division’s mission to provide welcoming, safe environments and opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, supervise, and manage out-of-school time programs, activities, and events for a diverse community of youth and families in a Seattle Public Schools middle school.
• Monitor financial transactions through distinct processes that meet City and State Auditor requirements on a daily, monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.
• Monitor a budget and prepare financial reports.
• Maintain records and prepare required reports on program activities including registration, attendance tracking, invoices, contracts, and outcomes.
• Meet deadlines.
• Manage participant safety and respond to emergency situations when necessary.
• Provide a high standard of leadership and team building with staff; understand and work to enhance partnerships.
• Supervise and evaluate activity instructors and volunteer staff in accordance with department policies.
• Prepare and distribute marketing materials.
• Establish and maintain a high level of customer service and collaboration with school staff and families; ensure a climate of friendliness, inclusiveness, and engagement.
• Develop and administer school day supports, after-school programs, family programs, and special events with an emphasis on academic, enrichment, mentoring, and recreational activities.
• Develop a summer academic program to meet the needs of targeted students.
• Use data to inform programming needs and track outcomes.
• Serve as a department representative in developing strategic partnerships with community-based organizations.
• Monitor and manage programming contracts with activity providers.
• Access, analyze, and utilize data in providing intentional services to meet student needs at the CLC.
• Provide core programming which includes during school, after school, evenings, and summer programs tied to academic learning standards.
• Arrange use of facilities and transportation for programs.

Qualifications

Required:

• One year of experience developing and coordinating recreation programs.
• Two years of supervision experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Recreation Program Administration, Recreation, or related field (or a combination of education, training, and/or work experience providing the ability to perform the work of the class).

Desired:

• 2+ years of experience working with middle school age youth.
• 2+ years of experience planning, implementing, and supervising enrichment and/or educational activities.
• 2+ years of experience working with partners designing, implementing, and evaluating youth programs.
• 2+ years of experience providing an outcome-based environment for youth with varying developmental abilities.
• 2+ years of experience working in partnership with community-based organizations, cultural institutions, and local business leaders.
• 1+ years of experience supervising subordinate and/or volunteer staff.
• 1+ years of experience successfully implementing grant resources and managing contracts and/or grants.
• Ability to speak and write a second language.
• Ease working with diverse populations, including immigrant and first-generation refugee populations.
• Proficiency with computer software packages including MS Word, Excel, Access, Outlook email, and program/scheduling software.
• Knowledge of Youth Developmental Assets, Youth Program Quality Assessment, and Seattle Public Schools Learning Standards.

Requirements

• Current Washington State driver's license.
• First Aid Certificate and CPR Certificate required within six months of hire.

Pay

Full salary range: $50.56 to $59.06 per hour.

Benefits

The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents.

Schedule

Programs operate during school, after school, evenings, and summer; includes out-of-school time (after school, lunchtime, school breaks including summer).