Program Coordinator - Northwood Academy Charter School

CORA Services is a dynamic and growing not-for-profit organization in Philadelphia. For more than 50 years, CORA has served children and families experiencing emotional, academic, and social challenges that impact their development and productivity. Our mission is to empower children, young people, and families to thrive through quality and compassionate service.

About the role

We are seeking a Program Coordinator to oversee the administrative responsibilities of the YouthCOR program at Northwood Academy Charter School (4621 Castor Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19124).

Responsibilities

• Work with the Program Manager to develop and implement high-quality programming within the Northwood Academy Charter School YouthCOR Year-Round OST Program.
• Assist in developing a flagship program at Northwood Academy Charter School, providing on-site, hands-on learning and training opportunities for new staff to prepare them for high-quality OST programming.
• Drive program innovation, ensuring all lesson plans and program plans are creative, grade-appropriate, and meet rigorous academic standards.
• Fulfill material requests from staff, ensuring all staff are equipped with materials needed for high-quality programming.
• Connect with parents on Class Dojo to provide open communication between the program and families.
• Observe, engage, coach, and support site-based staff to ensure consistent high-quality program delivery.
• Assess the effectiveness of programmatic activities and make recommendations for modifications.
• Serve as a point of contact for new partnerships while maintaining strong relationships with current partners.
• Ensure program scheduling is smooth and communication is strong.
• Support enrollment efforts at a large program, oversee the data system for enrolling youth into CitySpan.
• Support the Manager in maintaining an active Certificate of Compliance for licensing.
• Oversee daily attendance, ensuring data is entered accurately and on time.
• Manage the food program, ensuring compliance with all expectations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Positive Youth Development.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in Elementary Education, Human Services, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience working in an out-of-school time program.
• Minimum of 1–3 years of administrative experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation preferred.
• Knowledge of and experience in lesson planning and curriculum development; teaching experience preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate with a broad variety of people.
• Demonstrated experience working collaboratively as part of a team.
• Maintain appropriate professional boundaries and confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, problem-solve, and follow through on areas of responsibility.
• Strong attention to detail, especially with regard to recording and collecting data.

Pay

Starting rate: $19.50/hour for candidates with 3 years of experience and an Associate’s degree (salary commensurate with experience and credentials).

Schedule

• Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays: 1:00 pm – 6:00 pm
• Tuesdays and Wednesdays: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
• Total: 31 hours per week

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with a competitive company premium contribution (eligible on the first day of the month following the date of hire).
• Company-paid life/AD&D and long-term disability (LTD) coverage.
• Supplemental voluntary benefits, including short-term disability, accident, and critical illness insurance.
• 403b retirement plan with a generous company contribution after one year of service.
• Paid time off plus 12 paid agency holidays.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Family Planning Benefits, including a cash benefit to assist with IVF, egg freezing, adoption, or surrogacy.
• An outstanding, inclusive work environment.