CASA - Program Coordinator

Position Title CASA - Program Coordinator Classification Title Hourly Full Time (.
75-.
99 FTE) Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligibility Department Explore Hope Academic Outreach Job Description CASA is a community program of Hope College that mentors underrepresented elementary students for academic success and personal potential.
The coordinator will oversee the daily program, future program development, fundraising, and public relations.
The CASA Coordinator’s position is a part-time position; 45 weeks per year, 28 hours per week position with on-site work from late August through May and two months in the summer.
School year hours include Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday afternoons from 2:00 – 6:00 pm, plus 12 additional hours per week and occasional evening or weekend hours.
Summer hours include 8 weeks of 8am – 2pm with additional planning hours.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Programming Plan and implement school year and summer programing Recruit, train, and supervise volunteer academic coaches (Hope students) Maintain student files and records Coordinate program transportation, assessments and evaluations Recruit, enroll, and supervise CASA students Organize student/parent workshops Contacts and collaborations Maintain student, family, school, and community contacts Collaborate with Step Up and Upward Bound, as well as other campus and community resources Assist with grants, donations, and fundraisers as requested Public relations: Oversee program newsletters and social media Other responsibilities as assigned by supervisor Supervision: CASA is part of the CASA-Step Up- Upward Bound program continuum and a member of the Educational Outreach Office at Hope College.
Qualifications Desired skills and experiences include: College degree and at least 2 years of experience in education, social work, non-profits, or a related field, A self-starter and self-directed individual, Demonstrated interpersonal skills with all constituents, including elementary youth, Demonstrated understanding of and experience with diverse populations, Detail-oriented with the ability to multi-task in a team setting and implement best practices.
Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred.
Spanish conversational required, Strong organizational and writing skills, Allegiance with the Step Up, Upward Bound, CASA, and Hope College missions.
Physical Demands This position requires remaining in a sitting or standing position for frequent periods of time; uses office machinery such as a computers, printers, copy machines; Occasionally involves moving items over 10 pounds; frequently will move between different offices/workspaces/buildings; and requires effective communication abilities.
In the case of temporary or permanent condition(s) that require(s) accommodation(s), reasonable accommodation(s) may be requested.
Pre-employment Screenings All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check.
Some positions may have position specific requirements, such as education/licensure/certification verification, a physical, drug screening, credit checks and/or transportation record review.
Posting Detail Information Posting Number 2023-174SR Job Posting Open Date 09/18/2023 Job Posting Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Is this position available for sponsorship No Special Instructions to Applicants Do you have a valid driver's license? Yes No Have you received any traffic violations or been in any automobile accidents within the last two years? If yes, please explain.
(Open Ended Question) Do you have experience working with and supervising students? (Open Ended Question) Do you have experience with the Google suite, such as Google calendar and Google forms? (Open Ended Question) This position requires use of Spanish.
How would you describe your Spanish language skills? (Open Ended Question) Documents Needed to Apply Required Documents Resume Cover Letter Optional Documents