The Site Coordinator manages Communities In Schools (CIS) services within an assigned school, connecting students with the resources and support they need to succeed. This role works closely with school staff, families, volunteers, and community partners to implement the CIS model of integrated student supports.
Key Responsibilities-
Build strong partnerships: Engage a school support team and develop relationships with administrators, teachers, families, volunteers, and community partners to coordinate student services.
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Identify school and student needs: Lead an annual needs assessment using school data, surveys, feedback from staff, families, and students, and results from the previous year.
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Develop a school support plan: Create and implement a plan with measurable goals and three levels of support:
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Tier I: School-wide services available to all students.
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Tier II: Targeted services for groups of students with identified needs.
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Tier III: Intensive, individualized support for students with the greatest needs.
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Coordinate services: Deliver and connect students with evidence-based programs and resources that address barriers to success, strengthen student assets, and reduce the risk of dropping out.
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Monitor student progress: Work with the school support team to regularly review services and adjust support to improve outcomes.
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Evaluate results: Collect and analyze data to measure progress toward school-wide and individual student goals.
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Prepare annual reports: Document services, outcomes, and progress for school and CIS leadership. Use findings to guide planning for the following school year and support partner, state, and national reporting.
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TEMPORARY ROLE ending June 30. 2027
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Experience working with school-age children and supporting positive youth development.
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Understanding of child and adolescent development.
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Ability to build positive relationships with students and serve as a positive role model.
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Ability to plan, lead, and evaluate age-appropriate activities.
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Commitment to respecting cultural differences and diverse backgrounds.
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Ability to involve students in decisions and help them build strengths and confidence.
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Ability to identify potential risks and take steps to promote a safe environment.
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Ability to engage families and connect with community resources, including local health and human services.
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Strong teamwork, professionalism, and problem-solving skills.
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Bachelor’s degree in education, social work, or a related field, or demonstrated equivalent relevant experience required.
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Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance required.
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Bi-Lingual Spanish preferred
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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Ability to review and understand professional materials, procedures, and government regulations.
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Ability to prepare and edit reports, correspondence, and procedure manuals.
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Ability to present information clearly and respond to questions from students, families, staff, leadership, and community members.
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Ability to identify problems, gather and analyze information, draw conclusions, and follow complex instructions.
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Ability to travel for training and professional development.
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Regular attendance and punctuality.
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Completion of a required criminal background check.
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Willingness to perform other related duties within the employee’s skills and abilities, as assigned.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in education, social work, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience
- Experience working with school-age children and supporting positive youth development
- Understanding of child and adolescent development
- Ability to build positive relationships with students and serve as a positive role model
- Ability to plan, lead, and evaluate age-appropriate activities
- Ability to engage families and connect them with community resources
- Strong teamwork, professionalism, problem-solving, written communication, and verbal communication skills
- Ability to analyze information, draw conclusions, follow complex instructions, and prepare reports
- Valid driver's license and automobile insurance
- Completion of a criminal background check
- Ability to travel for training and professional development
- Bilingual Spanish proficiency
What We Do
Communities In Schools (CIS) of Georgia is the state's leading drop-out prevention organization. Its mission is to surround students with a community of support, empowering them to stay in school and achieve in life. By connecting students to caring adults and essential community resources, the organization helps under-served youth overcome barriers to success and realize their full potential in school and beyond.
