Youth Essential Coordinator: Solutions Program

$45,760 - $51,542/Yr

Reap - Tigard, OR

Full-time

Tigard, OR

Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations

About the position

The Youth Essentials Coordinator (YEC) is a role dedicated to advocacy, innovation, and leadership development for students in grades 3-12. This position primarily supports the Solutions program, which focuses on elevating student voices and engaging them with business and community leaders. The YEC will facilitate core programs, support academic and emotional learning, and coordinate community leadership opportunities for students.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate REAP core programs at assigned public schools in the Portland Metropolitan area.
• Meet with teachers and counselors to support the academic, social, and emotional learning of students.
• Attend weekly staff meetings at the REAP headquarters.
• Assist with program reporting, including data compilation and analysis.
• Research community leadership opportunities for students and manage program specifics and community events.
• Facilitate classroom visits to report on school climate trends and provide student support follow-up.
• Assist with weekly 1:1 student advocacy meetings.
• Prepare and plan program activities and curriculum.
• Regularly meet with students to provide support and guidance.
• Actively recruit students for the Renaissance program.
• Collaborate with the Renaissance team for updates and coordination.
• Track and monitor student performance and grades throughout the year.
• Specifically target and support marginalized male students.

Requirements

• Minimum of two years experience working with school-aged youth in group scenarios (10-15 youth) preferably in an academic and/or enrichment environment.
• Understanding of supporting and working with multicultural youth and/or communities.
• Working knowledge of networking and fundraising skills.
• Associates Degree and/or Bachelors Degree in Social Services, Teaching, or a related field (preferred but not required).
• Solution-oriented working practice and ability to lead projects independently.