West Program Coordinator

Location: Columbus Bilingual West, 680 Harrisburg Pike, Columbus, OH 43223

Pay: $15 hourly – Contractor Position

About the Role

The Lingo Project West Program Coordinator ensures smooth program operations, manages volunteers, and fosters alignment between The Lingo Project leadership, students, and local partners.

Responsibilities

• Actively engage and invite new volunteers to serve at the West site.
• Build and mobilize a team of volunteers to strengthen the West site’s programs.
• Oversee facility management, classroom setup, and overall program environment.
• Manage program scheduling, supplies, calendars, and volunteer coordination.
• Respond to emergencies and urgent issues with discernment, professionalism, and prayer.
• Communicate program expectations clearly to new students and maintain ongoing student support.
• Manage volunteer schedules and attendance.
• Train, mentor, and lead volunteers.
• Lead pre- and post-program huddles to provide direction, encouragement, and feedback.
• Develop strong relationships with leadership, local schools, and church partners.
• Communicate weekly with leadership to plan, organize, and lead programs, events, and outreach initiatives.
• Provide consistent communication with students, volunteers, and partners to ensure alignment of procedures.
• Open and prepare the facility before each program and ensure proper closing procedures.
• Lead devotionals and foster a Christ-centered, welcoming atmosphere without engaging in divisive conversations.
• Manage classroom numbers and student flow, ensuring programs run smoothly and safely.

Requirements

• Strong willingness to learn quickly.
• Excellent communication skills, with a friendly and professional tone.
• Ability to respond to messages promptly and with attention to detail.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask.
• Basic computer literacy (email and spreadsheets).
• Ability to work independently while staying aligned with team goals.
• Bilingual proficiency (English and Spanish) required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Heart for serving diverse communities, particularly the Hispanic community.
• Passion for teaching English, even without formal teaching experience.
• Strong organizational and administrative skills.
• Experience using digital communication and scheduling platforms (Planning Center, WhatsApp, text, email, etc.).