Make It Happen Site Coordinator (1 Year Only) - Lincoln Middle School

Job Description

TITLE: Make It Happen Site Coordinator (1 Year Only) - Lincoln Middle School

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Make it Happen Site Coordinator is one of the positions under Portland Public Schools' Youth Development Program. Make It Happen is an academic support and college readiness program operated by the Multilingual and Multicultural Center at the secondary level to help language minority students develop competitive academic profiles, prepare for high school success, and secure college admission and financial aid. The Site Coordinator will become an integral part of school culture and work closely with staff, students, and volunteers. This position aligns with the academic school year, with an additional 20 work days expected throughout the summer.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee operation of academic support programming in the Make It Happen Academic Center
• Manage volunteer academic tutors and partners
• Recruit and engage target multilingual students and monitor integrity of support and communication
• Conduct academic profile meetings with students to monitor academic and student engagement
• Engage target students in standardized test prep, leadership, school and community service
• Promote and advocate for the enrollment of target students in competitive classes upon transition to high school
• Collaborate with internal and external partners in developing academic and civic profiles of students
• Collect data to produce summary mid-year and annual impact reports
• Monitor academic progress of all target students
• Establish and maintain communication with administration, teachers, guidance counselors, partners and parents regarding students
• Participate in department and staff meetings

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Superb interpersonal skills and accessible disposition
• Ability to build rapport, exercise influence to motivate students to excel and impart high expectations
• Classroom management skills and the ability to create an ideal learning environment
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Demonstrated organizational and executive skills
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Resilience, flexibility and a creative approach to problem-solving
• Ability to take initiative to identify and propose new tasks and procedures
• Working knowledge of Excel and Google applications

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree and relevant professional experience

CREDENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Maine State CHRC authorization (cost is $70 - more info here)

EMPLOYMENT DETAILS:

• Calendar: School Year + 20 days over the summer (11 months total)
• Schedule: Full Time (1.0 FTE)
• Assignment: 1 Year Only
• Reports to: School Principal
• Contract: Part of SEC union (see 24-25 CBA here; 25-26 CBA still under negotiation)
• Salary: Based on experience, as outlined in CBA
• Benefits: Eligible for benefits as outlined here

ABOUT LINCOLN:

Lincoln Middle School is in the midst of a transformation. We need educators who are excited to engage in reimagining and rebuilding our school's identity to suit the students and staff here now. We have a diverse and amazing student population and an incredible core of educators deeply committed to the school community.



Portland Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws.

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Maine's largest school system has 10 elementary schools, three middle schools, and four high schools serving nearly 7,000 students in kindergarten through grade 12, as well as about 4,700 adult learners.

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Portland has a highly trained teaching staff. Many teachers hold advanced degrees. All of the district's teachers continue their education by pursuing professional development activities on a regular basis.

The district provides technology to support instruction, including laptops for each student in grades seven through 12 and wireless access at all schools.

Volunteers, parent-teacher organizations and businesses donate generously of their time and money to the district - an estimated 100,000 hours per year.

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High school students have access to one of the broadest selections of Advanced Placement courses in Maine. Qualified high school students may take up to two college courses with tuition paid by the state. A regional arts and technology high school provides hands-on courses in growth fields such as health care, robotics and "green" construction.

More than 60 languages are spoken by students attending the Portland Public Schools. Multilingual students represent about a quarter of the district's enrollment. The district's diversity prepares all students for their roles as world citizens.

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