School And Parenting Programs Coordinator

The School and Parenting Programs Coordinator is a key member of the Making Caring Common (MCC) team. In partnership with MCC’s Program Director for School and Parenting Programs, this individual will coordinate and support logistics, communications, and recruitment for various K-12 and parenting projects. The person in this role will support MCC’s work and mission by developing relationships with project partners and schools, by recruiting schools for a variety of projects, and cultivating and maintaining relationships with teachers, school leaders, and other stakeholders that champion and advance our mission. The Program Coordinator will support projects across the Schools and Parenting Programs team including the expansion of MCC’s Relationship Mapping strategy to schools across the nation, the Combating Bullying and Bias project, a collaborative project with Facing History and Ourselves, and also support and contribute to curriculum and resource development. This person reports to the Schools and Parenting Program Director.

• Edit and format MCC documents including strategies, lessons, and project proposals.
• Support outreach and recruitment of diverse schools, educators, parents/caregivers for various MCC projects and programs.
• Communicate with school leaders, educators, and parents/caregivers via phone calls, surveys, emails, newsletters and other correspondence.

• Coordinate and support communications, marketing, and recruitment for our inaugural speaker series focused on reducing bias, bullying, and isolation in schools.
• Coordinate and support the expansion of our Relationship Mapping strategies by collaborating with various partners
• Coordinate virtual convenings with experts in the field of education, parenting, and mental health.
• Support the Combating Bullying and Bias project by coordinating monthly virtual meetings for the Collaborative Ideas Lab.

• Adapt existing curriculum and resources for new formats and audiences

• Working with the director, help build new curriculum, trainings, and resources focused on empathy, anti-bias and anti-racism, equity and inclusion, and mental health for educators and parents/caregivers. Content will

• Provide administrative support to members of MCC staff to support projects across the Schools and Parenting program, including but not limited to supporting and reviewing Concur financial reports and data entry and tracking in Salesforce.
• Support Program Director of School and Parenting Programs with the planning, execution, and reporting of various projects and grants.

• Support data collection and data tracking for schools, educators, and partners engaged in MCC projects.
• Liaise with school-based coordinators for various projects, including the expansion of Relationship Mapping Strategies.

• At least 2 years of relevant professional work experience; postsecondary coursework and part time work can count towards this requirement.

• Experience organizing, coordinating and executing logistics for meetings, events, and projects with high attention to detail.
• Strong public speaking, verbal, and written communication skills and an ability to communicate effectively with diverse constituencies.
• Previous experience working in education or other public sector fields.
• Ability to collaborate, coordinate and communicate in a virtual work environment.
• Strong organizational, technical, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Attention to detail with a proven ability to take initiative and accurately manage multiple projects independently and simultaneously.
• Forward thinker, highly collaborative, and enjoys creating systems and clarity in complex, novel situations.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, intermediate Excel skills.
• Focus on, and knowledge of, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion practices in education
• Is knowledgeable of (or can quickly come up to speed on), passionate about, and committed to the MCC mission.
• Previous experience writing/supporting curriculum and educational content and coordinating projects at an organizational level.
• Demonstrated ability to draft clear, professional correspondence, build relationships with stakeholders, and coordinate projects and events.
• Bachelor’s degree.

HGSE is currently developing dynamic workplace models which will actively support a combination of on-campus and remote work (within a state in which Harvard is registered to do business) where business and operational needs allow. You and your manager will discuss the best schedule based on your role and operational need. If your role allows for remote work, please note that all remote work must be performed within a state in which Harvard is registered to do business (CA (Only Exempt), CT, GA, IL, MA, MD, ME, NH, NJ, NY, RI, VA, VT, and WA). Please also note that Harvard will withhold each applicable state’s required tax and other withholdings from your paycheck for the time you work there.
The University requires all Harvard community members to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and remain up to date with COVID-19 vaccine boosters, as detailed in Harvard’s Vaccine & Booster Requirements. Individuals may claim exemption from the vaccine requirement for medical or religious reasons. More information regarding the University’s COVID vaccination requirement, exemptions, and verification of vaccination status may be found at the University’s “COVID-19 Vaccine Information” webpage: http://www.harvard.edu/coronavirus/covid-19-vaccine-information/.

We regret that the Harvard Graduate School of Education does not provide Visa sponsorship.

Harvard University offers an outstanding benefits package including:

• Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with full vesting after 3 years of service
• Tuition Assistance & Reimbursement Programs: $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School, discounted options through participating Harvard graduate schools, and reimbursement options for accredited schools outside of Harvard.
• Time Off: 3-4 weeks paid vacation, paid holiday break, 12 paid sick days, 12+ paid holidays, and 3 paid personal days per year
• Medical/Dental/Vision: Excellent and affordable medical, dental & vision plans, with coverage beginning as of an employee's start date
• Wellness & Professional Development: Programs and classes at little or no cost, including stress management, hard & soft skills development, career planning, massages, nutrition, meditation, and complimentary health services. Additionally, access to Harvard athletic facilities, libraries, campus events - and many discounts for various cultural and leisure activities throughout metro Boston.
• Transportation: 50% discount on MBTA passes, as well as additional options (rideshare, biking, etc.) to assist employees in their daily commute.

HGSE is a diverse community of learners, teachers, and employees who are passionate about changing the world through education and striving for maximum impact in the field of education.

HGSE Human Resources values diversity in all forms and believes that each employee brings a set of diverse experiences and identities to the workplace that makes us stronger, encourages innovation, and enhances our collective contributions. We continue to develop and support a workforce that reflects the diversity of those we serve; fosters an environment that allows everyone to belong and to bring their best self to work; and creates the conditions that empower employees to contribute their full potential to advancing the work of the school.

We do this by:

• Providing employees opportunities to learn, grow, and be challenged
• Hiring and retaining staff reflecting the diversity of those we serve

• Reviewing and ensuring fairness and equity in HR practices and policies including but not limited to hiring, promotion, and compensation
• Developing strong relationships and partnerships internal and external to our community to advance diversity and inclusion
• Fostering an inclusive, respectful, and professional work environment
• Communicating transparently and respectfully; and

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