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We are seeking a Site Coordinator to assist in our Freedom School initiative.

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The Site Coordinator manages the day-to-day operations and serves as the supervisor for one CDF Freedom Schools program site. It is recommended that the Site Coordinator has served as a CDF Freedom Schools Servant Leader Intern and should be capable of leading an intergenerational staff. The Site Coordinator should be committed to the goals of the program, able to work collaboratively with all program constituents, and be familiar with the culture and dynamics of the community.

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Responsibilities:

• Work in conjunction with the Project Director to recruit children for the program.

• Work in conjunction with the Project Director to recruit, hire, train, and manage staff.

• Maintain the safety of all staff and students at their site.

• Ensure proper implementation of the CDF Freedom Schools program model by managing daily site activities.

• Attend all required trainings.

• Maintain the safety of all students at the site.

• Serve in a supervisory capacity and be the primary contact for the Servant Leader Interns during the June Ella Baker Child Policy Training Institute.

• Work in conjunction with the Project Director to check book inventory upon receipt and notify the CDF designee of any discrepancies.

• Work in conjunction with the Project Director or other designee to coordinate afternoon activities, field trips, family engagement initiatives, and volunteer responsibilities.

• Work with Servant Leader Interns to identify and schedule guest readers and lead Harambee.

• Ensure Servant leader Interns have the necessary books, materials, and supplies for daily activities.

• Conduct daily debrief sessions to maintain team spirit, as well as provide technical support and feedback for Servant Leader Interns.

• Observe Integrated Reading Curriculum lessons facilitated by Servant Leader Interns and provide constructive feedback frequently.

• Input child, parent, and staff enrollment data in CDF’s reporting system.

• Maintain regular communication with the Project Director.

• Ensure that the CDF Freedom Schools Integrated Reading Curriculum is implemented with fidelity.

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Qualifications:

• Must have completed at least one year of college.

• Servant Leader Intern experience at a CDF Freedom Schools site is preferred.

• Possess strong leadership and management skills.

• Exhibit positive behavior and attitude; model a mature and professional demeanor.

• Possess excellent written and verbal skills.

• Strong appreciation and understanding of individual cultural history and the willingness to be open and respectful of other cultures.