PROGRAM COORDINATOR, MIDDLE SCHOOL - 2 Positions

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Position Overview

The First Graduate Middle School Program Advisor will oversee the implementation and evaluation of First Graduate middle school programming for 75-95 students (7th- and 8th-graders) at First Graduate partner middle school sites. They will also supervise and

oversee the work of First Graduate interns, who will be coaching middle school students individually, leading small group activities/discussions, and providing homework support. Reporting to the Director, Middle School Program, and working closely with other members of the First Graduate team, the Middle School Program Coordinator must possess excellent communication, problem-solving, and project management skills. The ability to stay organized and support multiple students and projects is essential.

Our organization follows a hybrid work structure, allowing employees to work remotely or in the office as needed, based on the demands of specific tasks or personal work preferences. The Middle School Program Coordinator position generally requires three days of in-person, school-based responsibilities. However, the programming schedule often requires additional attendance at in-person events, such as workshops or presentations.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

School Site Partnerships

• Support school site partnership by coordinating logistics around First Graduate’s after-school programming and events at partner schools.
• Support First Graduate's collaboration with school administration, faculty, and other after-school programming partners.
• Support school programming partners around activities that promote a college-going culture at partner schools.
• Support with the recruitment of the next cohort of First Graduate students in the fall/spring

Program Design, Planning, and Implementation

• Design, plan, and implement curriculum for 3-4 First Graduate advisory sessions and after-school programs
• Conduct high school, college, and career workshops for 7th- and 8th-grade students
• Aid students in the high school application process
• Prepare and host bi-monthly workshops for middle school families
• Develop and supervise field trips to companies, colleges, and high schools
• Evaluate programs, including collecting program data, assessing the effectiveness of the First Graduate Middle School Program, and facilitating changes to program design as necessary.
• Prepare the quarterly middle school newsletter and provide updates to families throughout the year

Personnel Management

• Supervise and support 1 to 2 college interns as they conduct weekly check-ins with students and lead discussions around high schools, colleges, and careers
• Conduct weekly check-ins with 1 to 2 interns around student concerns, goals, and progress with the high school application process
• Act as the First Graduate point person for First Graduate volunteers at partner school sites
• Provide support in the hiring process of new First Graduate employees

Coaching/Advising

• Support 35-50 7th and 8th grade middle school students
• Help students assess their academic strengths and weaknesses and set their own short- and long-term academic goals
• Counsel students and their families to consider all high school options, complete the required application and financial aid materials, and make informed decisions about enrollment
• Conduct yearly individual meetings with students/caregivers
• Monitor each student’s academic performance and progress through regular communication with his/her teachers, counselors, and parents
• Communicate with students and caregivers weekly through text, phone calls, and emails
• Complete student notes each school year

Minimum Qualifications

• 2+ years of direct service experience with middle school youth of diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds (preferably teaching, counseling, or case management)
• 2+ years of experience in program design, planning, and implementation
• Strong foundation of knowledge on effective teaching methods, theories of education, and outcomes-based program evaluation
• Some experience managing programmatic partnerships, especially public and private K-12 schools (experience with San Francisco schools preferred)
• Experience managing multiple projects
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Effective planning, organizational, and logistical skills
• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution
• Fluency in Spanish is strongly preferred. Fluency in Cantonese is a plus
• Excellent computer skills, including Google Suite, Microsoft Office, and other commonly used software/web applications
• Strong work ethic; highly self-motivated

Additional Requirements

• Employment is contingent upon clearance of a criminal background check through the FBI and CA Department of Justice, as well as clearance through the National Sex Offender Public Website.
• All potential employees are required to obtain and submit the results of a current TB test.

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary Range: $69,000-$72,000
• Premium employer-paid benefits package, including full medical and dental
• 403(b) retirement plan (employee contributions)
• 22 paid holidays and two floating holidays per year
• 12 sick days per year
• 10 vacation days within the first year of hire, with increases annually

There are 2 positions.

For the position at Vis Valley, fluency in Spanish is required, Cantonese is a plus.

For the other position, fluency in Spanish is preferred and Cantonese is a plus.