Program Coordinator

Job Title

Bay Area Community Resources (BACR) promotes the healthy development of individuals, families, and communities through direct services, volunteer efforts, and strategic partnerships in the San Francisco Bay Area.

We have deep respect for the communities we serve throughout the Greater San Francisco Bay Area, the dedicated staff who show up for those in need, and the opportunity we have been given through this work to promote resilience in tens of thousands of individuals every year.

BACR is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate, support, and thrive on diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment w/o regard to perceived age, marital or familial status, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, race, creed, color, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, physical or mental disability including AIDS or AIDS-Related Complex or military status.

Above is the pay range for this position that we reasonably expect to pay. Individual compensation is based on various factors including experience/education, skillset, and geographic location.

Job Description

Sties include:

• OAK (Oakland Academy of Knowledge)
• Acorn
• Street Academy

Benefits:

• Pay rate: $70,304 - $72,500 annually, Full-time 40 hours a week, year-round
• Up to 16 paid BACR holidays and 25 school holidays per year
• Stepping stone into a career in education, leadership, advocacy, social entrepreneurship, and social justice
• Employee assistance program, medical, dental, vision, wellness program, life insurance, flexible spending account, transit and parking flexible spending accounts for commuting expenses, 403b plan

Qualifications:

• Associate Degree or higher; alternatively, completion of at least 48 college units, or a passing score on the Instructional Aide Exam
• Successful completion of a criminal background check and TB test clearance
• 3 years of experience in a K-12 setting, or other youth lead program
• At least 2 years of supervisory experience with a demonstrated ability to effectively lead and support a team of adults
• Proficiency in technology & computer applications (Word, email, Google Drive, etc.)
• Available full-time, Monday through Friday
• Willing to commit to a full academic school year
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds, and be capable of standing and walking for extended periods of time

Key Responsibilities

1. Child and Youth Growth and Development

• Foster a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment that supports the developmental, cognitive, social-emotional, and physical needs of youth
• Build positive relationships with students and encourage youth voice and leadership
• Must be able to resolve conflict and guide student behavior restoratively

2. Learning Environments and Curriculum

• Design and deliver project-based, culturally responsive, and enrichment-focused curriculum aligned with school-day learning and youth interests
• Implement academic support, SEL, and enrichment activities that reflect best practices in youth development

3. Child/Youth Observation and Assessment

• Track student participation, progress, and engagement to inform planning and ensure continuous improvement
• Support individual learning goals and behavior strategies in coordination with school-day educators.

4. Program Planning and Development

• Develop program schedules, lesson plans, and materials to meet program goals and compliance standards.
• Coordinate logistics, including space usage, supplies, and daily operations
• Continuous Quality Improvement-Engages in a data-driven program quality improvement process; uses assessment and reflection data to inform academic instruction, literacy activities, and small group
• Collaborate with school site stakeholders to develop programs that support student development and academic success

5. Family, School, and Community Relationships

• Cultivate strong relationships with school staff, families, and community partners to support program outcomes.
• Facilitate family engagement events and communicate regularly with caregivers

6. Health, Safety, and Wellness

• Ensure that program practices meet or exceed health and safety standards
• Uphold policies related to child supervision, emergency preparedness, and mandated reporting
• Ensure safety standards, policies, and procedures are being met at all times

7. Professionalism and Leadership

• Serve as a role model for staff and youth; uphold high ethical and professional standards
• Must maintain confidentiality and demonstrate a high degree of integrity
• Participate in ongoing professional development aligned with the NAA competencies.
• On the ground visibility, which may include, but is not limited to, daily observations, side-by-side modeling, and coaching.
• Provide professional development, monthly meetings, and 1:1 supervision check-ins for all staff.
• Participate in all meetings, workshops, and activities organized by BACR and District partners
• Must have working knowledge of DEI concepts.

8. Program Administration and Oversight

• Supervise program staff, volunteers, and activity leaders, providing guidance, support, coaching, and feedback.
• Manage attendance records, reporting requirements, and assist with grant compliance as needed. Submit all required documentation on a timely basis, including program reports, as applicable. Submit monthly student attendance and student snack reports on a timely basis
• Responsible for all aspects of the day-to-day operation of the program at the school site, including: facilities management, attendance tracking and reporting, state, district, agency school requirements, grant compliance, supervision, and safety of the program, and program design
• Effectively manage student recruitment, enrollment, scheduling, and registration procedures to meet program attendance goals
• Carry out People and Culture procedures and practices for staff recruitment, screening, hiring, and termination, as well as performance evaluations, performance discussion documentation, and performance improvement plans.
• Track and monitor payroll by deadline.