Vestal SUN Extended Day Coordinator

IRCO•Portland, OR

16h•Onsite

About The Position

The Vestal SUN Extended Day Coordinator supports the SUN Site Manager by providing administrative support, entering data, assisting with behavior and classroom management during extended-day classes, and substituting for the SUN Manager when needed. The role is performed in person at Vestal Elementary School in Portland, Oregon, as part of IRCO’s SUN Community Schools program. SUN programs provide school-based services that support students’ education and family stability, including after-school academic and enrichment activities, family events, and food security efforts. The coordinator works with students, families, staff, volunteers, community partners, and vendors. The position is on-call/casual without benefits, with a schedule of 2:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday, while extended-day classes are in session. Weekly hours may not exceed 20. SUN sessions run for 4–10 weeks, and hours may not be available between sessions. The role works under close supervision in a well-protected environment with minimal hazards or obstacles; the position may require some analysis of problems or decision-making. No supervisory responsibilities are assigned, though the coordinator may occasionally orient or train employees or volunteers.

Requirements

Must be 18 years or older.
Must pass a criminal background check through the Oregon Department of Education and Portland Public School District.
Willingness to complete training on child abuse reporting and classroom management skills.
Enthusiastic attitude and passion for education and/or food security.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Strong multitasking skills and ability to prioritize and complete multiple varied tasks.
Understanding of client confidentiality and privacy.
Ability to work in person at Vestal Elementary School.
High school degree or equivalent is preferred; experience in the field may be considered equivalent.

Nice To Haves

Fluency in a language other than English, especially a top language spoken at the school.
Experience working directly with youth in groups of 15 or more.
Experience planning and implementing lesson plans for school-aged youth.
Experience with classroom management and behavior management.

Responsibilities

Treat youth and fellow staff respectfully, manage classrooms, and follow school rules.
Create, develop, and/or implement age-appropriate enrichment curricula, such as art, soccer, music, writing, crafts, STEM, or drama.
Record and report accurate attendance.
Assist the SUN Manager with registration paperwork and program implementation.
Assist with required data collection and entry in program databases.
Support behavior and classroom management during extended-day classes.
Assist with first aid needs of students participating in activities.
Provide onsite orientation to program partners, hourly staff, volunteers, and vendors.
Substitute for the SUN Manager and perform the manager’s duties when the manager is unavailable.
Encourage and assist youth with homework and schoolwork when applicable.
Communicate with the SUN Site Manager and parents about student successes and challenges.
Support school family nights, special events, and program and event promotion as needed.
Keep shared classrooms and spaces clean and organized at the end of the program day.
Attend site-specific SUN staff meetings and orientations.
Build respectful relationships with students, families, and community members using a community-aware approach.
Use good judgment when working with youth in a school setting.
Work to disrupt unlawful treatment based on race and the systematic denial of fair treatment through program practice and implementation.
Use bilingual skills to communicate with students, families, and clients in their preferred language when possible.
Support hunger relief efforts at the SUN site as needed.