EDUCATION ORGANIZER

Job Summary

The Education Organizer will support DHF’s program to educate, train, organize, and engage community members to participate in school district advocacy and practice community wellness. 

 Essential Duties & Responsibilities 

• Provide support to the Education Policy Director with planning and coordination of education programming, projects, and/or campaigns.
• Develop sustainable partnerships with organizations working on education justice.   
• Maintain analysis and oversight of Local Control Accountability Plans in targeted school districts, including but not limited to: Arvin, Union, Lamont, Vineland, Greenfield Union, Woodlake Unified, Lindsay Unified, Parlier Unified, Sanger Unified, Kern High, Bakersfield City, Mojave Unified, Lancaster Unified, Palmdale Unified, Antelope Valley.
• Research and compile data including restorative justice, mental health, and school climate to inform and support DHF education program initiatives.
• Develop expertise in school climate, parent engagement, and school district policies and practices to support DHF’s advocacy work.
• Assist with developing student and parent trainings to engage in education advocacy and civic engagement  
• Facilitate trainings for parents and other community members on a variety of civic engagement and education curriculum in both Spanish and English.
• Create content for newsletters and various social media platforms to update community members and partners on our work.
• Other duties as assigned

 Additional Responsibilities:

• Attend all DHF staff and department meetings.  
• Submit weekly reports documenting plans and accomplishments.
• Assist with special projects and other duties as assigned.
• Must be open to new learning experiences.

 Knowledge Skills & Abilities

• Excellent time management skills             
• Excellent interpersonal skills, (one-on-one and group dynamics), cultural competency, strong listening skills
• Strong communication skills
• A proactive solutions-oriented approach
• Flexibility to go with ever and fast-changing work environment 
• Proficiency in Google Suite & Microsoft 365, Videoconference, & technical online skills
• Ability to work evenings and weekends  

Required Qualifications

• Self-motivated, resourceful, and creative
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Reliable transportation, driver’s license, and automobile insurance  
• Written and spoken proficiency in Spanish & English a plus

 Education & Experience

• Graduate from an accredited college
• Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate
• 2 Years’ experience in a community outreach role preferred
• Social justice advocacy experience preferred
• Experience and passion for community organizing
• Experience in providing trainings