COORDINATOR - EXEMPT
About the role
The Sustainable Community Schools Resource Coordinator (SCSRC) leads implementation of the SCS model at McCutcheon Elementary School. The role connects school, family, and community stakeholders to build effective, dynamic programs, resources, and opportunities for students, families, and community members.
Responsibilities
Facilitate whole-school and community planning aligned with SCS principles and pillars.
Help to develop, convene and maintain a representative SCS Leadership Team that includes youth, parents, educators, school staff, and community members that meets monthly.
Align, coordinate, and connect school-based and community-based resources to meet the collective vision.
Organize and facilitate regular opportunities for the school community to learn about, participate in, and shape the SCS strategy.
Facilitate community asset mapping of neighborhood assets, needs, leaders, and opportunities with their school community.
Engage with the leadership team to collectively design outreach strategies to engage stakeholders for programs and initiatives.
Co-design and lead a needs assessment and asset mapping process with the SCS Leadership Team and translate findings toward generating strategic goals for programming that are integrated with school planning documents (e.g., CIWP, budget priorities).
Manage community school programs and work in collaboration with parents, students, teachers, and school’s administrators to develop new and sustainable programs.
Develop and share reports, presentations, or other communication tools to ensure transparency and accountability.
Maintain timely and accurate attendance records for all programs.
Manage the timesheets, check requests, check distribution, and reimbursements for all SCS staff and instructors.
Work closely with the LPA, school leadership, and other SCS Coordinators to share learning and strengthen practice.
Participate in professional development, coaching, and communities of practice to continuously improve SCS implementation.
Foster a culture of reflective learning within the school community, promoting continuous improvement and sustainable growth.
Qualifications
Deep commitment to racial justice, equity, and community-led decision-making
Proven experience in community organizing, youth development, education, or related fields
Strong facilitation and relationship-building skills with diverse stakeholders
Strong organizational skills
Able to manage multiple projects, coordinate across sectors, and innovate
Skilled in conflict resolution and effective facilitation
Committed to problem-solving, collaboration, and building a strong team
Preferred
Knowledge of Chicago Public Schools and local community-based organizations
Bilingual skills (particularly Spanish or other languages represented in the community)
Experience in restorative practices, culturally sustaining pedagogy, or wraparound service coordination
Special Instructions to Applicants
To learn more about Loyola University Chicago’s mission, candidates should consult our website at www.luc.edu/mission/. For information about the university’s focus on transformative education, they should consult our website at www.luc.edu/transformativeed/.