Education Coordinator

Catholic Charities of San Bernardino and Riverside Counties•Lansing, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At Catholic Charities of Ingham, Eaton, and Clinton Counties, every team member plays an essential role in advancing our mission to serve vulnerable individuals and families with compassion and dignity. As part of our team, you will contribute to a wide range of services aimed at fostering hope, healing, and empowerment within the communities we serve. As the Educational Coordinator for our Children’s Home, you will play a key role in supporting youth through both academic supervision and case management. This role combines the structure of classroom facilitation with the flexibility of individualized support, helping students stay on track while completing their accredited online education.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field.
Must hold a valid Michigan Teaching Certificate.
At least 2 years of experience teaching or working in a youth-focused educational setting.
Demonstrates a deep commitment to the mission and values of Catholic Charities of Ingham, Eaton, and Clinton Counties, and incorporates them into daily work
Thrives in a team environment, contributing positively and working effectively with others to achieve shared goals
Proactively identifies challenges and develops practical, innovative solutions to address them
Demonstrates awareness and respect for the cultural diversity of both colleagues and clients, fostering an inclusive and supportive environment
Upholds a strong moral character, consistently doing what is right, and responsibly using time and resources to serve the organization’s mission

Nice To Haves

Special Education certification preferred.
Experience supporting at-risk youth or working in residential programs is strongly preferred.
Familiarity with virtual education platforms and self-paced curriculum models is helpful.

Responsibilities

Supervise and run the on-site classroom for half of each day, ensuring a structured and supportive environment for youth enrolled in online schooling.
Act as a tutor and academic coach, providing guidance, answering questions, and encouraging engagement with coursework.
Use creative and trauma-informed strategies to help students stay focused and motivated.
Maintain classroom order and routines without the need for formal lesson planning.
Enroll youth into appropriate educational settings, including online school or the local public school district based on individual need.
Track and document academic progress, attendance, and educational goals.
Collaborate with treatment teams to ensure education plans align with therapeutic and developmental needs.
Participate in Safety-Care behavioral management training and implement techniques in line with program expectations.
Support de-escalation and behavior interventions in the classroom and throughout the facility when needed.
Maintain a calm, regulated classroom environment aligned with trauma-informed care and ARC principles.
Work closely with clinical and residential staff to ensure coordinated care.
Attend meetings, trainings, and interdisciplinary team discussions.
Communicate with parents, guardians, and referral agencies regarding educational progress when appropriate.
Other duties as assigned.