Special Projects Coordinator - Great Oaks Legacy Charter School : Job Details

Great Oaks Legacy Charter School is seeking a dynamic, mission-aligned educator to join our team as a Special Projects Coordinator

The Special Projects Coordinator provides logistical and operational support that helps promote the success of our academic team. The SPC is the primary owner of various school systems including project and database management, compliance, technology support, and event planning. The SPC will report directly to the school's Campus Operations Manager. The ideal candidate will enjoy working in a fast paced environment, can manage many competing priorities and constituents, and can work efficiently under deadlines.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

The Special Projects Coordinator will report directly to the Campus Operations Manager.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

* Planning, preparation, and facilitation of logistics for campus based events, including parent-teacher conferences, back to school events, awards nights, and staff training.

* Creating and distributing communication for parents, families, staff, and other community members.

* Creating and implementing efficient systems for school-wide projects.

* Coordinating extra curricular activities, enrichment programs, and field trips.

* Supporting student and staff technology needs, and maintaining campus technology as needed.

* Managing the distribution of student meals and the collection of Free and Reduced Meal Forms and other parent/family deliverables.

* Participating in student recruitment, enrollment, registration, and attendance processes, as needed.

* Coordinating with the HR/recruitment team to market and showcase the school by sending candidate communication, scheduling interviews, leading tours, etc.

* Supporting COVID-19 testing, on-site vaccination clinics, contact tracing, and other measures, as needed.

Qualifications:

* Belief that all students have what it takes to be successful.

* Bachelor's degree from a competitive college or university is strongly preferred.

* Relentless work ethic.

* Minimum of one year of administrative experience, preferably in a non-profit or urban school setting.

* Strong organizational, event planning, and time management skills, with keen attention to detail.

* Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word

* Ability to multitask effectively and adhere to deadlines and requirements.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Great Oaks Legacy Charter School offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

* Robust medical, dental, and vision insurance plans w/ comprehensive network coverage.

* Up to $5,250 per year in tax exempt student loan and tuition reimbursement.

* Reimbursements for external professional development aligned to your role.

* Wellness reimbursements including gym memberships, spa services, and more.

* Online counseling services - for staff and their dependents - via top-rated therapy app.

* Pre-tax state pension plan benefit w/ addl. options available via voluntary retirement plans.

* Pre-tax dependent care, health, and transit flexible spending plans available.

* Convenient health screening and telemedicine support via VitalCheck Wellness platform.

ABOUT GREAT OAKS LEGACY CHARTER SCHOOL

The Great Oaks Legacy Charter School is a high-performing, innovative charter public school in Newark NJ, serving students from Pre-K to 12th grade on campuses across the city of Newark. Our mission is to prepare Newark's students for success in college and beyond.

Our model is based on the following guiding principles that guide our work daily -

* Creating a community that is built upon genuine and meaningful relationships. GOLCS staff rate our commitment to students as the #1 reason they teach/work at our schools.

* Being surgical in our approach to differentiation of instruction and support for all students and team members. Our students receive daily tutoring embedded into their school schedule - facilitated by our AmeriCorps team members. Staff members receive individualized coaching and support in their roles.

* Setting and exceeding high expectations for academic growth and character development for all students, in preparation for success in college and beyond. Currently, the historical college matriculation rate for GOLCS is 79% - nearly twice the national average for economically underrepresented students.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION, & ACCESSIBILITY

GOLCS is committed to building a talented team that reflects the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our students. Furthermore, we believe that racial justice and equity is critical to our mission of preparing students for success in college and beyond. We strive to be an organization that is diverse, equitable, inclusive, and elevates our student voices in preparing them for life and college.

GOLCS VACCINATION POLICY & COMMITMENT TO SAFETY

Great Oaks Legacy Charter School is committed to ensuring healthy and safe working and learning environments, and maintaining our educational commitment to GOLCS students and families - with minimal disruption to instruction. With this in mind, as of October 2021, Great Oaks Legacy requires vaccination against COVID-19 for all employees. Candidates who would like to apply for a reasonable accommodation from this policy based on a qualifying disability or sincerely held religious belief should reach out to [email protected] for more information.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT

Great Oaks Legacy provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.