Education and Program Coordinator

Are you passionate about community enrichment and education? Join House of Hope as our Education & Program Coordinator at the KinDoo Center for Enrichment!

JOB SUMMARY: The Education & Program Coordinator is responsible for coordinating operations of House of Hope’s KinDoo Center for Enrichment and for facilitating ESOL classes and other educational programs at the KinDoo Center and other sites. The Center provides no-cost programs and services in concert with volunteers, HOH staff, and community partners in the areas of health & nutrition, arts & culture, vocational skills, life skills and education. The Education & Program Coordinator implements daily routines, facilitates classes, builds relationships with program participants and program providers, conducts community outreach, and works in concert with the Director of Enrichment and Engagement to ensure a diverse calendar of creative, high-impact programs that meet the needs of the community.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Plan, schedule, and direct daily routines, activities, and operations of House of Hope and community partners at the Center.

2. Coordinate facilities upkeep to include ordering supplies, troubleshooting challenges, managing repair vendors, etc.

3. Conduct Basic and Intermediate ESOL classes based on agreed-upon curricula.

4. Facilitate classes in the areas of health & nutrition, arts & culture, vocational skills, life skills and education for various age groups at the Center, other House of Hope sites, and partner sites.

5. Create a positive, dynamic learning environment based on mutual respect and understanding.

6. Ensure program guidelines, policies, protocols and procedures are followed.

7. Complete data entry to document the participation of students and partners to ensure compliance with House of Hope requirements.

8. Conduct community outreach to increase awareness of House of Hope program offerings.

9. Implement and maintain public relations and marketing strategies as needed to increase awareness and utilization of activities.

10. Develop and maintain strong and positive relationships with program participants and partners.

11. Maintain community resource information to promote available opportunities.

12. Identify programs and services that meet the mission and goals of House of Hope.

13. Work with Director of Enrichment & Engagement to recruit appropriate local community providers to offer their services on site, and maintain those relationships throughout the programs.

14. Create and maintain Center calendar (both on-line and paper).

15. Supervise and train volunteers at KinDoo Center.

16. Provide data and written reports as required.

17. Participate in disaster- or emergency-related duties, as needed.

18. At all times, promote the values and mission of House of Hope in all interactions with staff, participants, partners and volunteers.

19. Perform all duties in conformance with appropriate cleanliness, safety and security standards.

20. Attend training as requested.

21. Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

Minimum three years experience in teaching, program administration, community outreach, or related field. Bachelor’s degree preferred. TEFL Certification preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Ability to communicate effectively in languages in addition to English is beneficial.

2. Fluency in Spanish (reading, writing, and speaking) is required.

3. Ability to organize, set priorities and meet deadlines.

4. Advanced knowledge and competency in the operation of general office equipment, phone systems, personal computers, and advanced competency in Word, Excel, Publisher, Canva, email and database programs.

5. Ability to relate well to individuals of all backgrounds and socio-economic levels.

6. Ability to communicate effectively with clients, donors, volunteers, co-workers, board members and community partners, verbally and in writing.

7. Ability to supervise and motivate volunteer staff.

8. Knowledge of problem-solving techniques, problem identification and evaluation.

9. Familiarity with community resources.

10. Ability to work independently with a minimum of supervision, and to model effective teamwork.

11. Ability to operate and use all equipment necessary for the operation of the site.

12. Demonstrated self-starter who is detail oriented and enjoys working in a collaborative environment.

13. Ability to maintain a flexible schedule as needed with advance notice, including working occasional weekend and evening hours.

14. Ability to maintain a clean, well-groomed appearance and dress appropriately for the position.

15. Must have reliable transportation with acceptable insurance coverage and a valid Florida driver’s license.

16. Compliance with House of Hope policies and procedures.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to read, sit, talk, and hear. The employee is constantly required to use hands and fingers to feel, handle, or operate objects, tools, or controls and to reach with hands and arms. The employee also is occasionally required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and walk.

The employee must frequently stand for long periods of time. The employee will frequently need to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and distance vision.

ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally work in outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Hours:

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wednesday - 12:30 pm - 8:30 pm

House of Hope is a Drug-Free Workplace. All applicants for a position with this company will be tested. A refusal to submit to a test or a positive confirmed test result will be used to reject the applicant for employment at that time.

House of Hope participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

House of Hope is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, military status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 - $45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Do you have a minimum of three years of experience in teaching, program administration, community outreach, or a related field? or a Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Are you available to work the scheduled hours:

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wednesday - 12:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Data entry: 1 year (Required)
• Office management: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

• Spanish (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Indiantown, FL 34956 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Indiantown, FL 34956: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $40,000 - $45,000