Position Summary
The Education Support Coordinator I (ESC I) leads and supports Brightlane Learning programming at school sites by managing student academic support, supervising on-site operations, and collaborating with school staff, volunteers, and families.
This entry level, part-time, hourly position is ideal for professionals with a background in education and/or social service settings who are comfortable working independently and adapting to the unique dynamics of a school-based environment.
The ESC I role balances hands-on tutoring with strategic support and is central to delivering consistent, high-quality student outcomes.
Schedule
Up to 20 hours/week
Duties and Responsibilities
Program Coordination & Academic Support
- Oversee Brightlane Learning programming at the assigned school site(s), including managing intake, supporting tutoring sessions, and individualized academic support for students.
- Create and manage Personalized Learning Plans for students based on individual needs, grades, and data, ensuring each student has tailored academic support.
- Deliver tutoring and academic enrichment aligned with Personalized Learning Plans.
- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of tutoring sessions and adjust as needed to ensure student progress aligns with educational goals.
School Collaboration & Family Engagement
- Maintain consistent communication with families to support academic progress and school engagement.
- Participate in or facilitate school or service provider meetings related to student needs, when appropriate.
- Establish and maintain communication with teachers and school staff to support academic achievement and provide regular updates on student progress and program changes.
Volunteer Tutor Support
- Serve as the primary point of contact for tutors at assigned sites; communicate tutoring schedules, support needs, and session adjustments (with Direct Leader support, as needed).
- Provide tutors with updates on student learning goals and strategies
- Provide daily support to volunteer tutors, including assisting with homework or classwork, guiding supplemental activities, and ensuring a productive environment for tutoring.
- Promote Brightlane Learning events and initiatives to tutors, encouraging their participation and engagement with the organization's mission.
- Contribute to tutor retention by offering encouragement, sharing feedback with program staff, and promoting a positive tutoring environment.
- Conduct volunteer orientations, assign tutoring responsibilities, and offer feedback to promote tutor engagement.
- Proactively address tutoring challenges, conflicts, or needs to maintain a safe and effective learning environment.
Administration & Data Management
- Maintain accurate and timely student, tutor, and program data in designated systems to support reporting, impact evaluation, and the identification of student progress and success stories.
- Maintain site materials such as emergency plans, first aid kits, cleaning supplies, curriculum kits, and other necessary items to ensure a well-stocked, safe, and productive tutoring environment.
- Monitor program effectiveness through surveys or assessments and share feedback with program leaders.
Organizational Engagement
- Attend required meetings and special events, including fundraising events, tutor workshops, and staff meetings, to maintain alignment with Brightlane Learning’s overall goals.
- Contribute to staff development by sharing knowledge and experiences during team meetings and training sessions.
- Collaborate with other Education Support Coordinators when necessary to ensure seamless program delivery across multiple sites.
- Actively contribute
ideas, feedback, and support to peers during cross-site collaboration or team-based planning efforts.
Additional Education/Knowledge/Skills Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required; associate or bachelor’s degree in education, social work, youth development, or a related field strongly preferred.
- At least 1 year of experience working with youth and/or families in educational or community-based settings.
- Familiarity with trauma-informed practices and barriers faced by families experiencing housing instability.
Demonstrated ability to manage small groups and one-on-one learning sessions.