K-8 METCO Academic and Enrichment Coordinator at Lincoln Public Schools

K-8 METCO Academic and Enrichment CoordinatorReports to: METCO DirectorWork Year: 185 school days 15 additional days to be scheduled in collaboration with the METCO DirectorPosition Overview:The K-8 METCO Academic and Enrichment Coordinator works directly with the METCO Director to implement day-to-day supports for students families and teachers. The K-8 METCO Academic and Enrichment Coordinator provides frontline services that address student/family needs promote integration and ensure effective delivery of METCO programming across both schools.Excellent Opportunity:This position is an excellent opportunity to work in the Lincoln Public Schools and to gain experience in K-8 public education.Responsibilities:Serve as the primary point of contact for K-8 families regarding academic cultural and social-emotional support.Attend and participate in K-8 IEP meetings as a collaborative team member to strengthen relationships between home and school offer culturally informed support to students families and staff and assist in implementing action items as needed.Participate in Lincoln METCO enrollment process and attend Connection Meetings.Address and manage bus conduct issues and act as liaison between families drivers and bus monitors.Oversee METCO-related afterschool academic and enrichment programming and coordinate with the Afterschool Activities Coordinator.Coordinate lunch bunches affinity groups and student leadership activities to promote belonging and peer connections.Co-lead new student and family orientations during the summer and assist families with transitions and ongoing engagement.Attend parent/teacher conferences as needed to provide support and ensure communication between home and school.Partner with METCO Inc Lincoln METCO Parent Board and community organizations to provide enrichment and family resources.Plan and participate in events and activities that encourage integration between Boston resident students and Lincoln resident peers.Attend the METCO Recruitment event(s) with or in lieu of the METCO Director.Participate and/or attend METCO facilitated or sponsored meetings and events during the week and on some weekends.Supervise bus monitor(s).Qualifications:Bachelors degree in Education Counseling Social Work or related field required; Masters preferred.Experience working in K-8 school settings with diverse student populations preferred.Strong communication and relationship-building skills with families students and staff.Ability to manage multiple priorities including academic behavioral and family engagement needs.Experience designing and implementing enrichment programs and student supports.Commitment to equity and cultural responsiveness.This is a non-union position.Lincoln MassachusettsLincoln is a residential suburb located 12 miles northwest of Boston. Established in 1754 the town has a rich history dating to our countrys Revolutionary period and has maintained many of its early characteristics and traditions. The community places a high value on public education open space diversity and community involvement.The school system has a well-earned reputation for educational excellence offering innovative student-centered instruction in an inclusive setting with small class sizes. The district serves students PreK-8 at two schools: the PreK-8 Lincoln School which serves Lincoln-resident families Boston-resident families participating in the METCO program and the children of staff members; and the PreK-8 Hanscom School which serves military families living on the Hanscom Air Force Base.Interest in Lincoln Public SchoolsOur districts core values are: excellence and innovation in teaching and learning respect for every individual and collaboration and community. We are excited to welcome new staff members who share those values and who bring a range of prior experiences in education and in life.As a district we ensure that applicants are employed assigned and promoted without regard to their age race religion sex gender identity sexual orientation active military/veteran status disability national origin pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions or housing status. We actively seek applications from a diverse range of candidates who share a common commitment to children and to maintaining a positive and collaborative culture.You can learn more about the Lincoln Public Schools at Experience:IC Key Skills Experience Working With Students,Organizational skills,FileMaker,Classroom Experience,Ellucian,Lesson Planning,Host/Hostess Experience,Peoplesoft,Teaching,Curriculum Development,Administrative Experience,Google Suite Employment Type : Full-Time Department / Functional Area: Administration Experience: years Vacancy: 1