Position Description for the Assistant Director of the Howard-Winneshiek Community School

Iowa 4-H Afterschool In-Service: November 29, 2006

After-School Coordinator Help Wanted Ad

The (your organization name) After-School Program is currently accepting applications for the position of After-School Program Outreach Coordinator. Successful candidates will have strong verbal and written communication skills and a commitment to promoting the program, recruiting volunteers, and securing fiscal resources to sustain the after-school program. The outreach coordinator must be flexible to the needs of program. The outreach coordinator will secure resources for and implement tutoring and mentoring programs as a part of the after-school program. Competitive salary including benefits.

To apply send cover letter, resume, contact information for 3 professional references and credential file to:

(Your organizations’ name and address)

Outreach Coordinator Job Description

After-School Program

(Your organization’s name)

Job Description: The outreach coordinator’s responsibilities include informing the community, including parents, students and retired citizens, about the accomplishments and needs of the after-school program. The outreach coordinator will promote the after-school program within the school district and to the public at large and will speak to a variety of constituencies including various community groups. The outreach coordinator must be flexible to the needs of program and this job may include teaching responsibilities as dictated by the needs of the program. The outreach coordinator will work to ensure the financial sustainability of the program. The outreach coordinator will be responsible for recruiting, organizing and sustaining volunteers. The outreach coordinator will secure resources for and implement tutoring and mentoring programs as a part of the after-school program.

Job Requirements: Strong verbal and written communication skills are needed. Computer skills are needed, including ability to manage data and the ability to proficiently use Excel, Microsoft Word and other computer programs. Must have ability to organize. Must be self-motivated with the ability to take direction. Must be able to work flexible hours. Post-secondary education and/or experience in a related education or communication field is required, a bachelor’s degree is preferred.

Salary: $15/hr + benefits

Contract Length: 32 hours per week, 10 months per year

To Apply: Send cover letter, resume and contact information for 3 professional references to:

(Your organization’s name and address)