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Special Projects Coordinator

Uncommon Schools North Star Academy
Newark, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 2/14/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/13/2025

Job Description

At Uncommon Schools, Special Projects Coordinators (SPCs) execute key logistics and provide operational support that enable students and teachers alike to flourish. The SPC is the executor of various school systems including assessments, facilities, student food service, staff & student technology, and event planning. The SPC reports to the school’s Director of Operations (DOO).

As the Special Projects Coordinator , you will own the execution of the following workstreams :

  • Family and student events, such as Report Card Conferences
  • Internal quarterly assessments and state assessments, ensuring that all state testing compliance and state-specific regulations are followed
  • Student food systems, coordinating the dispersal of all meals and partnership with food vendors
  • Student and staff technology
  • School visual décor and aesthetics, celebrating students and creating a welcoming environment
  • Transportation systems
  • Extra-curricular activities, enrichment programs, and field trips
  • Other projects and new initiatives to support operations and student achievement at the school

At our larger campuses, we have two or three SPC roles : SPC - Technology & Assessments , SPC - Events , and SPC - Systems . The workstreams for these roles are more specific from the list above, as the titles suggest.

Qualifications

  • Passionate commitment to the mission of Uncommon Schools and investment in our vision for being an anti-racist organization.
  • Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing while demonstrating strong interpersonal skills with teammates, teachers, students, parents, and additional stakeholders.
  • Ability to maintain a calm, professional demeanor in the face of competing demands and external pressures.
  • Large project oversight from planning to execution, with direct accountability for results from multiple stakeholders (teachers, building partners, operations associates, etc.)
  • Strong digital literacy skills, including database management and Microsoft Office, Word, and Excel.
  • Prior project management and / or office-based customer service experience.
  • Strong time management skills; ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
  • 1 to 3 years of teaching or school administrative office experience
  • Bachelor’s degree required.
  • Additional Information

    Our people are what make us Uncommon. We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits that support the personal health, wellness, and finances of our staff and their families. Our compensation philosophy values equity & fairness and attracting & retaining top talent.

    Compensation

    Compensation for this role is between$20.88 to $32.15 per hour. Most candidates who meet job description requirements will receive an offer of $20.88 - $22.59 per hour.

    Starting pay is determined using various factors including but not limited to relevant professional development, education certifications, and tenure with Uncommon Schools.

    Benefits

  • Generous paid time off inclusive of sick time, paid holidays, and 10 weeks of paid breaks (Spring, Winter, and Summer).
  • Extensive, best-in-class training and development
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans pre-tax flexible spending (FSA), dependent care (DCFSA), and health saving accounts (HSA)
  • Financial Planning
  • New Jersey Pension program

  • Paid leave of absence options (parental, medical, disability, etc.)
  • Mental health and counseling support wellness benefits
  • A detailed list of all benefits is located HERE .
  • Uncommon believes in the importance of being a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization that enables our students and staff to thrive. We are committed to building an exceptional team that reflects the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our students. We also strive to ensure an inclusive community by creating a space for meaningful dialogue about issues of race and identity for our staff and students. As an equal opportunity employer, Uncommon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We also ensure that individuals with disabilities receive all privileges and benefits associated with employment and are provided reasonable accommodations for the interview process and to perform core job functions. If you would like to request an accommodation, please email recruitment@uncommonschools.org.

    Salary : $21 - $23

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