Category: Careers

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Position: Director of Program Impact – Curriculum Specialist

Hours of Employment: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM | Monday-Thursday; 

7:30 AM – 4:00 PM Fridays (non-school days)

(Occasional weekday evenings and weekends will be required)

Work Location: In-Person

Salary Range: $70,000-$85,000, based on experience and qualifications

Immediate Supervisor: Executive Program Director

Employment Type: Full-time | Exempt

Position Overview: NCCP is seeking a highly skilled and experienced team member who will enhance the development and implementation of extended learning programs. They will be responsible for guiding the strategic enrichment planning that complements the facilitation team and meets the needs of the students. They will play a pivotal role in guiding curriculum development, coordinating programmatic partners, and serving as an instructional coach to the facilitation team.

Primary Job Responsibilities

• Design and oversee instructional programs that align with curriculum standards and best practices.
• Provide ongoing professional development to facilitation staff to enhance their effectiveness.
• Manage the Senior Manager of Curriculum and Instruction providing guidance and support to ensure high-quality program and event delivery.
• Develop and lead professional development trainings and workshops.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure curriculum content and materials are up-to-date and aligned with current pedagogical approaches.  
• Lead the development and execution of impactful programs and initiatives aimed at enhancing student social, emotional, and academic outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, policies, and standards in organization and program implementation.
• Collaborate with internal teams to establish program objectives, goals, and metrics to measure impact.
• Develop data collection tools and actively monitor program effectiveness through data analysis. Use information gathered to make recommendations for program modifications as needed.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders, including students, families, staff, and external partners.
• Conduct regular surveys and assessments to gather feedback from stakeholders and use the information to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and excellence in program development.
• Support in-school, after-hours and extended day community school activities as requested.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in education, curriculum design, or a related field 
• Maximum of 5 years of experience in curriculum development and implementation
• Extensive knowledge of academic standards and best practices in curriculum design that is culturally sensitive and impact-driven
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong leadership and project management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High level of organization and attention to detail, ability to multitask

Additional Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

• Bilingual Spanish/English
• Previous experience in classroom management and demonstrated instructional expertise 
• Previous experience coordinating large-scale events

Expectations of all Employees:

• Work in collaboration with the broader organization to facilitate school, community, and volunteer programs and events (NOTE: Must be able to remain in a stationary or mobile position, as the shift demands, and move equipment/supplies weighing up to 50 pounds.)
• Develop and nurture appropriate relationships with all stakeholders
• Maintain NCCP standards of professionalism 
• Actively participate in all trainings and workshops 

Employee Benefits:

• Ongoing training and professional development
• Health benefits with multiple plan options (BCBSIL HMO and PPO)
• Vision benefits
• Dental benefits
• 401K with company matching
• Life insurance 

Equal Opportunity Employer:

North Chicago Community Partners provides equal employment opportunities to all Employees and Applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. The policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, compensation and training.

North Chicago Community Partners was founded in 2008 to help address the negative effects of inequitable school funding in North Chicago and raise awareness of the need for educational opportunities for all children. For 15 years, NCCP has leveraged the resources of corporate partners and volunteers to provide a menu of programs and services that complement classroom instruction, enhance student learning, and support whole child and family development. 

NCCP’s unique community school model operates in all of the traditional public schools in North Chicago Community Unit School District 187 (D187). NCCP is supported by 2,500 volunteers, 50 community partners, and a diverse and dedicated team of 40 employees. All of NCCP’s employees, partners, and volunteers have made a conscious decision to work alongside principals and teachers and to fight for equitable educational opportunities. 

Ready to use your skills, passion and flexibility to make a difference for students and families in North Chicago’s public schools? Want to work alongside volunteers and an inspiring group of colleagues with a variety of backgrounds and interests to move the needle on equity? Have a knack for organization and behind the scenes work? Send your resume and a brief email explaining your career interests to careers@northchicagocommunitypartners.org. We are eager to expand our team with individuals like you!

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Description

Position Overview: Responsible for fulfilling the community school model, with a primary focus of implementation of all student-based programming. Work directly with youth to support their social, emotional, cognitive and academic development. Implement and strive for excellence of strong program facilitation, while also helping students develop their personalities and life skills. 

Primary Job Responsibilities:

•  Implement and coordinate North Chicago Community Partners’ (NCCP) in-school and after school programs, projects and events
• Tutor and/or mentor students
• Facilitate enrichment activities using effective instructional techniques
• Create and maintain safe, respectful and encouraging learning environments
• Ensure appropriate materials and supplies are available for all programs
• Actively participate in daily team debriefs 
• Thoughtfully complete observation reports
• Assist in collecting, checking, recording and analyzing related data, as directed
• Greet, steward and purposefully deploy volunteers
• Engage teachers and families, as directed
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of school-based learning environments and NCCP designated spaces
• Develop and nurture appropriate relationships with student that align with program objectives 
•  Work with NCCP team to implement, coordinate and/or manage non-NCCP programs, projects and events
•  Manage, implement and/or coordinate select NCCP programs, projects and/or events
•  Provide administrative support for NCCP in-school and after school programs, projects and events
•  Contribute to a positive and motivating work environment that encourages mutual respect, innovation and accountability at all levels 
•  Support all in-school, after hours and extended day community school activities as needed

Expectations of all Employees:

•  Work in collaboration with the broader school community to support and enhance student achievement, to provide engaging enrichment activities for students and families and to ensure school facilities are appropriate for student learning
•  Develop and nurture appropriate relationships with students, district employees, parents and other in-school partners through regular formal and informal communication
•  Maintain NCCP standards of professionalism
•  Actively participate in all trainings and workshops 

Requirements

Required Skills and Qualifications:

•  Reliable transportation and consistent attendance
•  Maintain a valid Illinois driver’s license
•  A minimum of a high school diploma
•  Ability to support school transformations, as appropriate
•  Demonstrated ability to work independently and in collaboration with diverse groups in a high-energy work environment

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

•  Two-year or four-year college degree 
•  Bilingual Spanish/English skills 
•  Previous experience working with children in an academically-focused environment
•  Strong interpersonal skills
•  Strong verbal and written communication skills
•  Strong organizational and administrative skills
•  Proficient in Microsoft Office

Employee Benefits:

•  Ongoing training and professional development
•  Health benefits with multiple plan options (BCBSIL HMO and PPO)
•  Vision benefits
•  Dental benefits
•  401K with company matching
•  Life insurance

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Position: Fellow

Hours of Employment: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM | Monday-Thursday. 

7:30 AM – 4:00 PM Fridays (non-school days)

(Occasional weekday evenings and weekends will be required)

Work Location: In-Person

Salary: $39,000 annually

Immediate Supervisor: Program Manager

Employment Type: Full-time | Non-exempt

Position Overview: NCCP is seeking highly motivated and energetic recent North Chicago Community High School graduates to join our team to serve their community. Fellows will be able to work closely with leadership to gain valuable experience in the nonprofit sector and contribute to our mission of educational equity and access to holistic care. This is a unique opportunity for individuals to be invested in post-high school graduation to learn and grow in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. 

Primary Job Responsibilities:

• Actively engage in personal growth plans to develop hard and soft skills that are versatile for post-secondary plans
• Assist in facilitating various aspects of community schoolwork while gaining hands-on experience. 

Some areas of support include:

• Student-based programming centered on mentorship and youth development in academic, social, and emotional areas
• Wellness initiatives including health clinics, sports physicals, student access to high-quality eye care, family access to food and essential household items 
• Hospitality and care for teachers and district employees 
• Renovation projects transforming learning environments 
• Strategic outreach events 
• In-school, after-hours, and extended-day community school activities 
• Support in maintaining safe, respectful, and encouraging environments
• Ensure appropriate materials and supplies are available for all programs
• Develop and nurture appropriate relationships with students that align with program objectives 
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of learning environments and office-designated spaces
• Assist with stewarding volunteers and partners 
• Contribute to a positive and motivating work environment that encourages mutual respect, innovation, and accountability at all levels 

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Recent graduate of North Chicago Community High School (grant funded for Class of 2024)
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in collaboration with diverse groups in a high-energy work environment
• Successfully pass a background check and drug screening
• Reliable transportation and consistent attendance
• Maintain a valid driver’s license

Expectations of all Employees:

• Work in collaboration with the broader organization to facilitate school, community, and volunteer programs and events (NOTE: Must be able to remain in a stationary or mobile position, as the shift demands, and move equipment/supplies weighing up to 50 pounds.)
• Develop and nurture appropriate relationships with all stakeholders
• Maintain NCCP standards of professionalism 
• Actively participate in all trainings and workshops 

Employee Benefits:

• Ongoing training and professional development
• Health benefits with multiple plan options (BCBSIL HMO and PPO)
• Vision benefits
• Dental benefits
• 401K with company matching
• Life insurance 

Equal Opportunity Employer:

North Chicago Community Partners provides equal employment opportunities to all Employees and Applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. The policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, compensation and training.

North Chicago Community Partners was founded in 2008 to help address the negative effects of inequitable school funding in North Chicago and raise awareness of the need for educational opportunities for all children. For 15 years, NCCP has leveraged the resources of corporate partners and volunteers to provide a menu of programs and services that complement classroom instruction, enhance student learning, and support whole child and family development. 

NCCP’s unique community school model operates in all of the traditional public schools in North Chicago Community Unit School District 187 (D187). NCCP is supported by 2,500 volunteers, 50 community partners, and a diverse and dedicated team of 40 employees. All of NCCP’s employees, partners, and volunteers have made a conscious decision to work alongside principals and teachers and to fight for equitable educational opportunities. 

Ready to use your skills, passion and flexibility to make a difference for students and families in North Chicago’s public schools? Want to work alongside volunteers and an inspiring group of colleagues with a variety of backgrounds and interests to move the needle on equity? Have a knack for organization and behind the scenes work? Send your resume and a brief email explaining your career interests to careers@northchicagocommunitypartners.org. We are eager to expand our team with individuals like you!

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