Youth Empowerment Coordinator

Schools of Hope Academic Tutoring

• Recruit, screen, and place volunteer and work-study tutors.
• Aid in the planning and implementation of tutor training events.
• Ensure all tutors receive proper orientation and training.
• Match tutors with students based on academic strengths and needs.
• Provide direct academic tutoring to a caseload of students.
• Maintain a program database and complete required reports.
• Support tutors and monitor tutor-tutee matches.
• Host monthly or bi-monthly support meetings with tutors.
• Publicize tutoring services and meet with school staff.
• Create and maintain systems for sharing information with school staff.

After School

• Host or co-host homework clubs at least 2 days per week.
• Implement additional after school youth development programming.
• Recruit students for after school opportunities.
• Complete necessary documentation for reporting.
• Plan, support, and lead groups of youth in various ULGM events.

Youth Leadership Development

• Organize and facilitate conversations with community leaders.
• Plan and implement at least one student-led service learning project per semester.

Communication with Families

• Manage all communications with student families.
• Contribute to school newsletters and direct mailings.
• Coordinate communication for annual MLK awards nominations.
• Disseminate information about other ULGM programs.

Qualifications

• Strong commitment to the Urban League’s mission and working with diverse youth and families.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience or background in education, youth development, or related fields.
• Completed MMSD background check.
• Experience developing high-quality out-of-school time learning opportunities.
• Understanding of 6th, 7th, and 8th-grade student needs.
• Goal-oriented, problem-solving, and solution-driven approach.
• Strong time management and teamwork skills.
• Ability to forge partnerships with various organizations.
• Excellent written, presentation, and public speaking skills.
• Computer proficiency including Microsoft Word, Excel, and internet navigation.
• Knowledge of educational support services for middle school students in Madison public schools.
• Experience serving as a liaison between school staff and community programs.

Pay and Schedule

Full Time Equivalent: 1.0

Work Hours: 9:00-5:30 p.m. Mondays – Fridays plus occasional evenings and weekends (approximately 2 evenings or weekends per month).

Site Assignment: Toki Middle School