SUMMARY Assigned to a specific grant or program, and under general direction, this position organizes, coordinates, implements, and participates in the activities that assure an efficient and effective education program. NATURE AND SCOPE While daily routines are dominated by routine interpretations, audits, and counseling, there are significant challenges relating to the facilitating of group processes toward common objectives, the conversion of broad program goals into action plans, and integrating the programs with other education. Work is conducted in office and classroom environments, however, the work schedule is expected to include reasonable requirement for evening meetings. The Coordinator maintains continuous contact with other departments, school leadership, other schools and related agencies, students, and parents. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is a senior-level professional position requiring a combination of informal leadership and professional-level skills in program administration, audit, and evaluation. To qualify for this position, a prospective incumbent would need to meet the minimum qualifications set forth for the position. ESSENTIAL TYPES OF DUTIES (Examples) •Prepares and delivers presentations to school sites about the program goals. Meets with district and site staff to convey the program needs. •Consults with school staff on processes, techniques, and ideas for optimizing compliance and meeting the needs of students. Provides training via meetings, conferences, and special in-service sessions to assist in developing the ability of staff to properly administer programs. •Conducts reviews of school-based programs through classroom visitations, consultation, and review of pertinent documentation. Submits reports as requested, reviewing site plans, schedules, and/or teacher assignments, to assess the level of service received by students. •Coordinates the recruitment of staff as required by grant or program. Confers with the Human Resources Department and others to secure a qualified staff. •Consults and otherwise provides expertise in curriculum development and improvement of programs. Conveys state-of-the-art research and outcome-based methods to teachers so they can influence positive changes in educational results. •Performs other duties as required to accomplish the objectives of the position. •For specific grant or program essential duties, see attachment. QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge and Skills: Requires specialized professional-level knowledge of concepts, principles, and practices in education. Requires a thorough knowledge of the procedures, methods, and requirements for designing and implementing education programs. Requires well-developed human relation skills sufficient to conduct in-service education programs and facilitate group processes. Requires advanced language and writing skills to support report writing. Abilities: Must be able to perform all of the duties of the job that support its objectives. Requires the ability to plan, prioritize, and assign work in order to meet yearly schedules and timelines. Must be able to write complex reports. Position requires the ability to interact on both a formal and informal basis with a wide range of contacts within and outside of the school setting. The ability to deliver education and other oral and written communications in English and a second language (e.g., Spanish) is desired. Physical Abilities: Position involves standing, walking, stooping, and occasional carrying and lifting of lightweight materials (up to 20 pounds). Requires visual acuity and depth perception to recognize words and numbers, and speaking and hearing ability sufficient to hear over a phone and carry on conversations. Requires ambulatory ability to make presentations and travel to other locations. Education and Experience: Requires the equivalent in education and experience to a Bachelors Degree, and at least 3 years increasingly responsible teaching experience. Specific grants or programs may require a valid California Administrative Credential (see attachment). Licenses and Certificates: Requires a valid California Driver’s License and teaching credentials.