Learning Center Coordinator
About The Position
The primary purpose of this position is to provide after-school educational support to the students enrolled in the Work Force program and will assist in managing the daily operation of the computer and homework centers. The Work Force is an eleven-year long, comprehensive after-school educational support and employment training program that provides holistic support to public housing students starting in the 6th grade and continuing through the first four-years of post-secondary programs. The mission of the Work Force is to empower adolescents living in Cambridge public housing to create their own pathways to educational success and economic mobility. This is a seasonal position with an option for year-round employment based on availability of positions and performance, operating during the school year from September until mid-June and in the summer from July through August. The incumbent will work approximately 20 hrs/week after school and early evenings and must be available Monday - Thursday 2:30 pm - 6:30 pm, Friday 2:00 pm - 6:00 PM (and occasional evening events). All activities must support the Cambridge Housing Authority’s (“CHA” or “Authority”) strategic goals and objectives and produce results that accomplish the goals of the Leased Housing Department.
Requirements
- High School Diploma required
- Strong computer skills (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Access, and MS Outlook)
- Ability to learn other computer software programs may be required by assigned tasks
- Ability to work effectively with a broad range of adolescents, with an interest in developing counseling and teaching skills
- Strong behavioral management skills, with an ability to set and maintain limits with adolescents
- Strong ability to motivate, inspire, and sustain participants' interest in learning
- Mature sense of professional accountability, with excellent follow-through
- Developed organizational skills, with an ability to prioritize and multi-task
- Strong computer skills, particularly Word and Excel
- Strong written/oral communication skills
Nice To Haves
- Associates or bachelor’s degree is preferred
- Background in education and adolescent development
- Demonstrated behavioral management skills
- Strong ability to motivate and sustain participants' interest in learning
- Ability to build strong relationships while maintaining important professional boundaries
- Strong team-building skills
- Resourcefulness
- A strong sense of professionalism
- An interest in adolescent development
- Knowledge of Haitian Creole, Spanish, or Amharic is a plus
Responsibilities
- Supervises daily operations of homework center and computer lab to foster constructive learning environment
- Mentors and provides academic support to program participants
- Maintains attendance logs
- Updates student database and files on a regular basis
- Reviews student documentation and curriculum material with site manager
- Makes reminder and recruitment calls to parents and students on a regular basis
- Keeps track of supplies at the site and orders materials as needed
- Helps with all special events and upkeep of the site
- Maintains a neat and organized site
- Manages behavior in the homework center and helps students reach their academic goals
- Performs other related duties as assigned
Benefits
- Accrued paid sick time
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
