School Program Coordinator

Position: School Program Coordinator

Exempt/Nonexempt: Exempt

Hours: 40

Schedule: Hybrid virtual/in-office schedule

Reports to: Program Manager

Salary: $48,000-$50,000

About Us:

At Writers in the Schools (WITS) we believe storytelling reveals our truest selves, that

creativity prepares children for a successful future. Our mission is to connect

children and youth with professional writers and spoken word artists to unlock the joy

and power of storytelling and creative expression. Our vision is that all young people will

possess the skills and confidence to share their stories, experiences, and ideas with the world.

Role Summary:

The School Program Coordinator will work closely with the Program Manager to create and implement school-based WITS programming. The School Program Coordinator will be tasked with supporting WITS programs and writers in school and tuition-based programs. The School Program Coordinator will lead the identification and placement of writers in-school residencies. The School Program Coordinator will serve as a liaison between WITS and school partners. The School Program Coordinator will work in tandem with the Program Manager to maintain the program expense database.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree (required)
• 3 years of professional experience (preferred)
• 3 years experience working with or in K-12 schools (preferred)

Objective & Overview:

• The School Program Coordinator works in tandem with the Program Manager to support WITS’s community of writers through hiring, placement, and training.
• The School Program Coordinator maintains relationships with school partners.
• The School Program Coordinator maintains and oversees program databases including outreach information and caseload documents.
• The School Program Coordinator helps to create and implement the impact metrics process of program evaluation.
• The School Program Coordinator assists in envisioning and implementing new programs.

Core Duties/Responsibilities

Writers

• Assist in the hiring process of new writers
• Work with Program Associate to lead planning meetings between writers and schools or community centers
• Work with Program Manager to develop and implement new professional development and training opportunities for WITS writers

Schools

• Lead outreach efforts for new schools
• Maintain relations with WITS schools
• Work with Program Manager on the creation and implementation of new school-based programs
• Support all logistics and operations for school-based programs, including anthology production and distribution and various reading events

Tuition-Based Programs

• Lead the registration process for WITS Creative Writing Clubs and summer camps, and support logistics and operations
• Support all logistics and operations for tuition-based programs

Community

• Serve as liaison between WITS and community partners
• Support the Program in the implementation of grant-funded programs

Evaluation and Assessment

• Support the Program and Development teams in the evaluation and delivery of grant-funded programs
• Lead impact metrics collection and evaluation process

Benefits:

WITS offers a generous benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance. First-year full-time staff receive 10 vacation days per calendar year, 12 personal time off days per calendar year, and a robust paid holiday schedule.

Thinking of Applying:

If you are excited about the role and see the connection with what we are looking for, but don’t meet every single requirement, we’d encourage you to apply anyway.

Application Process:

To apply, please submit the following as a combined PDF attachment to Tasmine Harrell at tharrell@witshouston.org:

• A cover letter that provides an introduction and gives us a sense of your writing style and experience
• A résumé or CV

* WITS is an equal opportunity employer. WITS’ policy prohibits unlawful discrimination against any applicant or employee based on any legally recognized basis, including, but not limited to: veteran status, uniformed service member status, race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local law.

Deadline for Applications: Wednesday, December 18, 2024