Program Coordinator (St. Martin de Porres School)

Job Description

Job Description

CORA Services is a dynamic and growing not for profit organization in Philadelphia. For more than 50 years, CORA has served children and families experiencing emotional, academic and social challenges that impact their development and productivity. Our mission is to empower children, young people and families to thrive through quality and compassionate service.

CORA is currently seeking a Program Coordinator who would be responsible for the administrative responsibilities of the YouthCOR program at St. Martin de Porres School (zip code 19132) .

Starting Rate: $19.50 for 3 years experience and an AA degree (salary commensurate with experience and credentials)

Schedule: Hours for this position are Monday - Friday from 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm (30 hours per week)

All CORA team members are expected to uphold the mission, vision and values of CORA Services which includes valuing all individuals and supporting each individual’s potential for growth.

In addition, as a Program Coordinator your duties will include:

• Work with the Program Manager to develop and implement high quality programming within the St. Martin de Porres Catholic School - YouthCOR Year-Round OST Program.
• Assist in developing a flagship program at St. Martin de Porres, providing on-site, hands-on learning and training opportunities for new staff to be prepared for high quality OST programming.
• Drive program innovation, ensuring that all lesson plans and program plans are creative, grade appropriate and meet rigorous academic standards.
• Accepts and fulfils material requests from staff, ensuring all staff are equipped with materials needed for high quality programming.
• Connects with parents on Class Dojo, to provide open communication between the program and families.
• Observe, engage, coach, and support site-based staff to ensure consistent high quality program delivery.
• Assess the effectiveness of programmatic activities and make recommendations for modifications.
• Serve as a point of contact for new partnerships, while maintaining strong relationships with current partners. Ensure program scheduling is smooth and communication is strong.
• Support the enrollment efforts at a large program, oversee the data system of enrolling youth into CitySpan.
• Support the Manager in maintaining an active Certificate of Compliance for licensing.
• Oversees daily attendance, ensuring data is entered accurately and on time.
• Manages the food program, ensuring the program remains in compliance with all expectations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Director of Positive Youth Development.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Associate’s degree in Elementary Education, Human Services or related field

EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:
• Minimum of 3 years of experience working in an out of school time program.
• Minimum of 1-3 years of administrative experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation, preferred.
• Knowledge of and experience in lesson planning and curriculum development, teaching experience preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate with a broad variety of people
• Demonstrated experience working collaboratively as part of a team
• Maintain appropriate professional boundaries and confidentiality
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, problem solve, and follow-through on areas of responsibility
• Strong attention to detail, especially with regard to recording/collecting data

CORA Offers:

• Medical, dental and vision coverages with a competitive company premium contribution (eligible 1st day of the month following date of hire)
• Company paid life/AD&D and LTD coverages
• Supplemental voluntary benefits including STD, accident, critical illness, etc.
• 403b retirement plan with generous company contribution after one year of service
• Paid time off + 12 paid agency holidays
• Employee Assistant Program
• Family Planning Benefits (including cash benefit to assist with IVF, egg freezing, adoption, or surrogacy)
• An outstanding, inclusive work environment

CORA Services Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.