Middle School Summer Learning Academy Program Coordinator

Saint Louis Park Independent School District 283•Saint Louis, MN

About The Position

The job of the Summer Learning Academy Coordinator is to ensure a developmentally appropriate and engaging learning experience for all children and to support all program staff in their collaboration, professional development, and student engagement. And to provide support, supervision, and leadership to summer school academic programs and related activities with specific responsibility for directing overall site operations, services, and staff; providing information and serving as a resource to others; enforcing established policies and regulatory requirements; coordinating activities and addressing issues, situations and/or problems that arise with enrolled students.

Requirements

Understanding of educational theories, learning strategies, and curriculum planning to develop effective programs.
Familiarity with accreditation standards, state or national education regulations, and institutional policies.
Knowledge of scheduling, resource allocation, budgeting, and overall program coordination.
Expertise in measuring student progress, program effectiveness, and implementing data-driven improvements.
Proficiency in using online learning tools, and digital collaboration platforms.
Capable of supervising instructors, coordinating staff, and ensuring program objectives are met.
Strong ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and program logistics efficiently.
Excellent written and verbal communication to interact with educators, students, parents, and stakeholders.
Able to address challenges, adapt to changes, and implement strategic solutions.
Skills in financial planning, managing program budgets, and allocating resources effectively.
Promote the learning academy’s programs, recruit students, and engage with the community.
Capacity to develop and implement new educational strategies that enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
Ensuring compliance with educational standards, maintaining accurate records, and overseeing program logistics.
Understanding diverse learning needs and fostering an inclusive educational environment.
Bachelor’s Degree: A Bachelor’s degree in fields such as Education, Educational Leadership, Curriculum and Instruction, or a related field.
2-5 years of experience in program management, curriculum development, or administrative roles within an educational or training environment is highly valued.

Nice To Haves

A master’s degree in Education, Educational Administration, Instructional Design, or Public Administration is preferred.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with teachers to determine which students meet graduation incentive criteria based on the State-Approved Alternative Programs Resource Guide.
Work with families to enroll students into program
Create flyers and other communications to send to families
Make phone blasts to families
Create Continual Learning Plan for each student in conjunction with teachers and have signed by parents
Recruit, screen, hire and assign employees for the purpose of filling openings with qualified personnel
Provide curriculum/instruction guidance for instructional staff
Explain and provide guidance related to job functions for all staff
Attend School Nutrition Department training
Send student list to Park Adams Transportation
Coordinate with Summer Learning Academy Elementary Coordinator
Determine revenue and expenditures for program
Manage program within budget parameters
Facilitate staff compensation by ensuring that vouchers are properly filled out and sent to payroll
Order supplies as necessary
Generate and maintain a safe environment that recognizes and appreciates individual differences for the purpose of promoting personal, academic and social development of students.
Supervise instructional personnel for the purpose of monitoring and evaluating performance and achieving overall objectives of the program.
Facilitate attendance-taking each day
Lead follow-up phone calls to families of absent students
Assist with classroom management and student behavior management as necessary
Turn in attendance
Write program report and provide information for fall School Board report