Activities Coordinator
Communities In Schools of Eastern Pennsylvania
Activities Coordinator
Communities In Schools of Eastern Pennsylvania
In-school supports to prevent dropout
Description
JOB SUMMARY:
The Community School Activities Coordinator is responsible for supporting the Community School Model by assisting the Community School Coordinator with the delivery of after school activities and events. This is a part-time position up to 20 hours per week, 1pm - 5pm Monday through Thursday and possible flexible hours on Fridays.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Assist Community School Coordinator with delivery of Community School Model
• Assist with planning, coordination and delivery of after school events and activities
• Attend program events as directed by Community School Coordinator and/or building administrator
• Attend meetings as requested by CISEPA, building administrator or the United Way of the Greater Lehigh Valley
• Serve as well-informed ambassador in furthering the CISEPA mission, its goals and programs
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Community School Coordinator
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
• Ability to work effectively in changing work environment
• Highest degree of personal integrity.
• Courteous, respectful, and collaborative approach.
• Personal initiative and resourcefulness.
• Top quality standards for own work.
Additional Responsibilities
• Remain mission focus and student driven.
• Be an ambassador of CIS.
• Seek and recommend solutions and improvements.
• Deliver upon schedules and plans.
• Comply with agency policies and procedures and promote agency values and culture.
• May provide off-hours support.
• Perform other duties as may be assigned – this position is expected to evolve over time.
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:
• High school diploma required
• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in education, social work or related preferred
. Part-time, no more than 20 hours per week.
. After-school hours required
In-school supports to prevent dropout
What does CIS of Eastern PA do? It surrounds students with a community of support inside public schools to prevent dropout and help them graduate. How does it work? Trained staff are placed in schools to work with teachers, counselors, and principals to coordinate a network of supports—school-wide, group, and individualized. Services include counseling, mentoring, tutoring, support for alternative education, after-school programs, career and college readiness, dropout reengagement, and referrals to community resources. How is it different from competitors? It integrates directly within schools through case-managed supports and a broad set of services across multiple counties, anchored in caring relationships and community partnerships to help at-risk students stay in school. What is its goal? To end the dropout epidemic and ensure every student graduates by improving attendance, reducing suspensions, and boosting academic outcomes.
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