What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Coordinator II - Youth Programs position at Ecology Action?
Join Our Youth Programs Team!
Ecology Action is dedicated to creating a sustainable future through innovative education and outreach programs. We are seeking a passionate Part-time Program Coordinator to join our Youth Team!
About Ecology Action
At Ecology Action, we believe every person counts and every action matters. We've made it our mission to advance equitable community climate solutions and reduce GHG emissions through partnership, education and action. Every action we take today can create the future we want-one where people and planet can thrive together. Join Ecology Action in building a sustainable future where equity, resilience, and innovation are at the core. Together, we can make it happen.
About the Role
As a Program Coordinator II - you will deliver engaging pedestrian and bicycle safety education to K-12 students, collaborate with school and district partners, and assist in coordinating community events. The role primarily involves on-campus instruction, student engagement, and ensuring high-quality program implementation and data tracking, with most activities taking place within Santa Clara County- Peninsula region (Cupertino, Sunnyvale, and Palo Alto).
What you'll be doing
Student Engagement and Education
- Delivering onsite presentations and assemblies in schools.
- Managing and conducting on-bike safety training on school premises.
- Leading walking field trips in the school neighborhood.
- Setting up and dismantling obstacle courses for training.
- Fostering a positive learning environment for children.
- Contributing to student safety in their neighborhoods.
Coordination of Program Delivery and Administration
- Scheduling, coordinating, and tracking data related to the programs.
- Spending time in the office for administrative tasks and fieldwork at schools and the general community.
- Evaluating student assessments before and after presentations.
- Ensuring accurate timesheet hour allocation across cost centers.
- Supporting grant contract management as required (e.g. deliverable tracking, photo/video documentation).
- Tracking and reporting program data accurately and according to deadlines.
Event Coordination and Execution
- Collaborating with school principals, teachers, CBOs, and staff to schedule events.
- Organizing and conducting events related to education, encouragement, and community engagement.
- Preparing and assembling necessary materials, including paperwork, bicycles, helmets, and safety equipment.
- Providing in-field support and guidance to program volunteers, student intern onboarding, training, coordination, and management, as required.
- Maintain, transport, and inventory, program equipment (bikes, helmets, cones, teaching materials).
What We're Looking For
- A minimum of 2 years' experience in a youth education or teaching role; or an equivalent combination of education and experience may be qualifying.
- Proven experience with community outreach and education.
- Bilingual (Spanish, Vietnamese, or Mandarin)
- Ability to instill and nurture enthusiasm in students about biking or walking safely and the benefits of other modes of active transportation.
- Exceptional classroom management skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel).
- Valid California Class C driver's license, a reliable personal vehicle, and current automobile insurance.
- Ability to work effectively within a team.
- Ability to maintain a high level of organization and attention to detail.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred but not required.
- Minimum of three years of teaching experience in any capacity.
- Experience coordinating with multiple agencies.
- Experience working with grants and/or contracts.
- Experience with Safe Routes to School or bike/pedestrian education.
- Knowledge of traffic safety, Vision Zero, or active transportation principles.
- Comfort riding in urban environments and teaching on bike skills (training provided).
- Familiarity with K-12 school operations and multisite coordination.
- First Aid/CPR certification (or willingness to obtain).
Work Environment
The physical demands described here represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Regular duties for this position involve sitting, standing, conversing, hearing, and using a computer keyboard and monitor. The work environment is diverse, encompassing an office setting, remote work from home, and fieldwork at schools and community events for planning and executing youth bicycle and pedestrian safety training.
Preparation for these training events includes frequent trips to the basement storage unit to load and unload supplies, such as bicycles, helmets, and other materials, into the agency trailer. The employee should be capable of regularly lifting and moving items weighing up to 50 pounds.
This position requires travel to various locations based on the assigned geographic team. Services areas include, but are not limited to: City of Cupertino, City of Sunnyvale, City of Mountain View, San Mateo County, City of Palo Alto, and Santa Cruz County.
The role requires availability from 6 am to 4 pm on weekdays for scheduled school day events, with occasional weekend or evening events.
Are You Ready?
Don't meet every single requirement? If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Join us at Ecology Action and contribute to a sustainable future! 🌿
Salary : $25 - $31