The Boston Community Hub School (Hub School) Coordinator is a school-based position responsible for working closely with the school administrative teams to strategically organize the assets and resources of the school community and it’s many collaborators (students, families, school leadership, teachers, staff and partners) in service of students’ individual and collective academic success and wellbeing. Hub School Coordinators should be asset-based in their approach to supporting the success of students and the school community, seeking first to understand the inherent talents and cultural wealth of the community.
The role of the Hub School Coordinator goes beyond simply coordinating resources and partnerships to informing strategic planning and implementation, collaborating with families and students to develop their organizing capacity and build out an organizing strategy, and supporting sustainable structures for the cultivation of trusting relationships and partnerships. This role requires a dynamic person who can effectively navigate and interconnect multiple systems to support success for students. Coordinators are expected to work at their school, including hours beyond the school day and days beyond the school year. They will be expected to meet remotely or off-site regularly with BPS central office and other Hub Schools systems-level leadership.
Locations: Gardner Pilot Academy
Qualifications - Preferred:
Candidates with a background in community organizing, social work, positive youth development, and/or education are encouraged to apply
- Familiar with database systems used to organize student data such as ASPEN, Panorama, Salesforce, etc
- Demonstrated ability to analyze data and information, summarize and present findings to decision-makers, and make accessible for public consumption
- Strong marketing, design and communication skills
- Strong preference for linguistic diversity and interest in candidates who are fluent in one of the following languages: Español (Spanish), Kriolu (Cape Verdean Creole), Kreyòl (Haitian Creole), African-American Vernacular English (AAVE), Tiếng Việt (Vietnamese), Soomaali (Somali), العربية (Arabic), Portuguesa (Portuguese), American Sign Language, 中文 (Chinese)
Qualifications - Required:
- Minimum two (2) years experience working in an urban setting with diverse populations with proven effective and culturally responsive experience serving the Black/African, Latinx, Asian diaspora, and immigrant communities
- Minimum (2) years experience working in Boston Public Schools
- Proven knowledge about Boston, its communities, and its resources
- Deep understanding of and experience with community organizing
- Commitment to understanding the impact of the stresses of racism and poverty on students and their families served within urban school systems
- Ability to facilitate conversations regarding race, ethnicity, racism, culture, and racial equity
- Strong presentation and facilitative leadership skills with audiences of various sizes, of various educational backgrounds, and with competing agendas
- Able to take initiative, and work in teams and independently without consistent direct supervision
- Advanced skills with Google Suite and/or Microsoft Suite
- A valid driver’s license and/or access to reliable transportation
- Available to work a flexible schedule that includes some evenings and weekends (This is a full-time 12-month position. Hours vary based on school buildings.)
Why work at the Y?
The YMCA of Greater Boston is an incredible place to have a fulfilling career or enjoy part-time employment — all while we are supporting and strengthening our communities, because our community is our cause. When you join us in your career here, you can look forward to:
- Developing your leadership skills in a caring, challenging & diverse working environment.
- Exploring a wide range of opportunities as you learn new skills and functions.
- Shaping the future of young children while making a difference each day for our communities and each other.
- Engaging in YMCA career training programs and working alongside those who have the same passion.
- A healthy work/life balance
- Comprehensive benefits including:
- FREE YMCA Membership for you.
- Discount on Specialty Programs like Personal Training and Swimming Lessons.
- Discounted or FREE family membership.
- Robust Retirement Plan up to 10%. (see eligibility requirement)
- Health, Dental, and Vision Benefit Package.
- Vacation and Sick Time (PT receive sick time)
- Minimum two (2) years experience working in an urban setting with diverse populations with proven effective and culturally responsive experience serving the Black/African, Latinx, Asian diaspora, and immigrant communities
- Minimum (2) years experience working in Boston Public Schools
- Proven knowledge about Boston, its communities, and its resources
- Deep understanding of and experience with community organizing
- Commitment to understanding the impact of the stresses of racism and poverty on students and their families served within urban school systems
- Ability to facilitate conversations regarding race, ethnicity, racism, culture, and racial equity
- Strong presentation and facilitative leadership skills with audiences of various sizes, of various educational backgrounds, and with competing agendas
- Able to take initiative, and work in teams and independently without consistent direct supervision
- Advanced skills with Google Suite and/or Microsoft Suite
- A valid driver’s license and/or access to reliable transportation
- Available to work a flexible schedule that includes some evenings and weekends (This is a full-time 12-month position. Hours vary based on school buildings.)