Site Coordinator

About Raising A Village Foundation

Raising A Village Foundation (RAVF) is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization, committed to

providing high-quality intervention programs and community resources to children, youth,

and families in the areas of education, health and wellness, and the arts.

Raising A Village leads several key initiatives designed to create positive change for children

and families in underserved communities. Each program offers support and educational

opportunities that promote personal growth and civic engagement. These initiatives include:

Driven 2 Succeed (Education), At the Table (Health and Wellness), and We the Village (The

Arts).

The Opportunity

Raising A Village Foundation is looking for a self-motivated, mission-driven, Site Coordinator.

This individual is responsible for supporting the program administration and coordinating

logistics that pertain to the Driven 2 Succeed program at their assigned school or community

site. An overview of the job responsibilities include:

● Monitoring and tracking student participation

● Supporting Driven Student Corps Members (tutors and mentors) and volunteers daily

● Serving as the initial contact for teachers and community partners at their designated

site

● Working with Driven Student Corps Members to tutor youth at RAVF’s designated

sites as part of the Driven 2 Succeed services team

● Assisting with the collection of data for program evaluation purposes.

The ideal candidate will be well-versed in developing and fostering relationships with school

and community members through education programming activities and community

outreach events. Relevant background experience should include:

● Teaching and/or high impact tutoring experience

● Program coordination and evaluation

● Lesson plan development

● School and community engagement

This position reports directly to the Program Director and works closely with members of the

RAVF team, Driven Student Corps members, teachers, and school administrators.

Essential Job Responsibilities

The list of action items below provides a general outline of the duties and responsibilities that

are essential for this position. It is not all inclusive and responsibilities may change as shifts in

programming occur under the direction of the Director of Education.

Program Management

● Establish programs, activities that prepare students for success, promoting safety of

members and quality in programs at all times.

● Coordinate the daily operations of programming and support team members at the

program site.

● Support students with tutoring in math and literacy when needed.

● Utilize basic classroom management skills.

● Assist in the planning and facilitation of culminating events, performances, and other

program-related initiatives including but not limited to holiday celebrations, back to

school nights, and local/national educational initiatives.

● Ensure that site visuals are kept up-to-date and in good condition (Ex. bulletin boards,

RAVF branded materials, etc.)

● Prepare site materials and update as necessary (office supplies, enrollment forms,

school supplies, student workbooks, portfolios, etc.)

People Management

● Collaborate with tutors and school staff to ensure that students have current

assignments completed during each session

● Collect and monitor the timesheets and hours worked of Driven Student Corps

Members (tutors).

● Support tutor development and collaboration, ensuring HR practices and program

protocols are in place and followed.

● Draft and disseminate weekly newsletters to DSC team members.

● Prepare, distribute, and collect daily and weekly program materials to tutors.

● Articulate clear expectations in the classroom and hold tutors and students

accountable for abiding by them.

Data Collection

● Monitor data tracking tools to ensure high impact tutoring (HIT) programming goals

are being met.

● Input student attendance in the data tracking tool; ensure that the information is up

to date.

● Distribute and collect the pre and post programming surveys.

● Input monthly attendance, assignment completion, and session notes into RAVF’s

data tracking tool.

Qualifications

We are looking for candidates with relevant skills and experience. However, we also

encourage you to apply even if your experience does not completely align with the

aforementioned job responsibilities. As we help you grow professionally, we in turn, become a

more inclusive organization.

Preferred

● Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Human Services, Social Work, Child

Development or a similar field of study

● Program sites are accessible by public transit; however, personal transportation is

strongly preferred

Required

● Experience working with school-age children with an emphasis on classroom

instruction, high impact tutoring, and/or mentoring

● At least two years of nonprofit or public service experience

● At least two years of leadership experience

● At least two years of youth program coordination experience

● Possess the ability to tutor students using the HIT learning model

● Accountable for making decisions, managing resources efficiently, achieving goals,

and serving as a role model for the values of the organization

● An approachable, objective listener who builds and maintains effective relationships

with their team, school administrators, and teachers

● Values diversity and the perspectives of others; able to work cross-culturally

● Displays consistent and objective judgment in the classroom setting and with team

members

● Highly motivated, self-starter with strong organizational skills and the ability to

perform and prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly with excellent attention to detail

● Ability to handle confidential information with discretion

● Highly resourceful with the ability to be proactive in their approach to

problem-solving; strong decision-making capability

● Strong written and oral communication skills; proficient in Microsoft Office, G Suite,

Adobe Pro, Excel, and task management systems

● Strong work ethic with a high degree of energy; able to participate in light lifting and

classroom organizing

● Must pass background check and required drug screening

● Maintain a level of sensitivity and dedication to the mission of Raising A Village

Foundation

● Must be respectful to the organization’s leadership and maintain a high standard of

professionalism when corresponding with leadership and team members

While Raising A Village (RAV) is currently operating in a hybrid model, candidates are

expected to reside within commuting distance of our headquarters in Washington, DC.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, with priority given to those received by

August 16, 2024, with a target start date of September 9, 2024.

Access, Equity, and Inclusion

Raising A Village is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive

consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,

national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic

protected by law. RAV is committed to building a culturally diverse team and providing

professional development opportunities. We strongly encourage applicants who are people

of color, LGBTQ+, veterans, disabled, and/or members of otherwise marginalized groups to

apply.

Compensation and Benefits

This position is an in-person, full-time position at 40 hours per week. While RAVF is currently

operating in a hybrid model, site coordinators are expected to work in person five days a week

and are required to assist at an additional site. Work hours may include occasional evenings

and weekends.

The annual salary for this position is $45,000-50,000/yr, and compensation is commensurate

with experience. Benefits include medical and dental benefits, 11 days of paid vacation

(increases with tenure), sick leave, floating holidays, winter holiday office closure, most federal

holidays, fertility support with tenure, and 401(k) retirement program. The starting salary is

based on the selected candidate's qualifications and experience. To counter pay inequity and

uphold internal parity, we use a nonnegotiable starting salary system, while benchmarking

our pay to competitive markets. This position is a 10-month position with the ability to be

offered an extended summer pay based on programming availability.

Interested?

To apply for this position, please complete the employment intake form. If your application is

accepted for review, a member of our team will reach out to you concerning next steps. For

more information about Raising A Village, visit our website at www.raisingavillage.org.

Applicants seeking an extended contract with RAVF will receive first consideration.

Applications will be considered on a rolling basis, with a received by August 23, 2024, with a

target start date of September 9, 2024