University of Chicago
Laboratory Schools: Coordinator, Family Life Programs
University of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60601
Job Opportunity At University Of Chicago Laboratory Schools
At the University of Chicago Laboratory Schools, students in Nursery through Grade 12 experience a world-class educational journey. Founded in 1896 by John Dewey as a place for educators to develop and explore novel approaches to pedagogy and curriculum, Lab continues to provide excitement and imagination in learning to this day. Academic rigor, experiential learning, and intellectual discourse are hallmarks of a Lab education. Lab educators are recognized for excellence in teaching and pride themselves on innovation in the classroom. Students in every grade have access to unparalleled resources, and all members of the Lab community benefit by partnerships and connections with the University of Chicago. Families who choose Lab care deeply about curiosity, inquiry, and creativity. No less than scholarship, Lab's mission prioritizes honoring diversity and exhibiting kindness. We are committed to building and supporting a teaching and learning community where young people see aspects of their backgrounds and identities reflected around them, where they feel a deep sense of belonging, and where they discover and use their voices to full effect. Today, 53-59 percent of Lab's student body are students of color. Families report speaking nearly 40 different languages in their homes. Approximately 60 percent of Lab families are also affiliated with the University of Chicago. Half of our families live in Hyde Park, and the rest come from across Chicago, the suburbs, and northwestern Indiana. Inclusion is a fundamental value at Lab, such that we celebrate every facet of community members' identities, and even where we disagree, we emphasize respect, civility, and maintaining a spirit of community. Lab seeks the finest employees to join our vibrant learning community. We employ people with a wide range of skills and training in many different disciplines, who have in common a love of learning and the wish to inspire that same love of learning in young people. We seek candidates for employment who thrive in an educational environment. We provide a great professional home for those committed to collaboration, ongoing personal and professional growth, and cultivating positive relationships. In turn, we strive to ensure that Lab is a joyful, welcoming, and inspiring place to work. Through our connection to the University, faculty, staff, and administrators enjoy benefits and opportunities that would be nearly impossible to match in any other environment. This position prepares for, coordinates, and links activities supporting co-curricular, before school, after school, and summer programs offered through Family Life Programs. Communicates with the professional team, seasonal staff, parents, and students through messaging, email, telephone, and in-person meetings regarding program procedures, practices and expectations. Responsibilities include: Coordinates information related to programming, specifically daily activities, schedules, and student information. Supports the Assistant Director in designing, collaborating on, and executing all FLP programming at the ESH campus during the school year and summer. Maintains program records and archives relevant information and program materials, and performs program-related duties as assigned. Contributes to the implementation and operation of an impactful summer and after school program for children ages three to twelve. Communicates program information to families. Lab Explorers Summer Camp lead at ESH campus. Coaches seasonal staff on how to apply best practices in the area of early childhood and youth development through modeling and demonstration. Collaborates with school administrators, faculty, and staff. Establishes and maintains strong, positive relationships with parents, students, staff, and program providers. Maintains and analyzes data within registration software to support financial tracking and administrative reporting. Assures all materials and supplies are ordered, available, and organized for programs and events. Responds to program inquiries from parents and caregivers. Triages emails and telephone calls for action. Resolves mostly routine and some complex inquiries. Coordinates special projects as directed by the leader. Prepares write ups for recommendations for operational and administrative problems. Prepares financial and/or administrative reports. Performs other related work as needed. Minimum qualifications include vocational training, apprenticeships or the equivalent experience in a related field (not typically required to have a four-year degree). Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline. Preferred qualifications include an associate degree in youth work, early childhood, education, social services, or a related field or a combination of education and experience relating to this position. Experience includes 2+ years in youth development, early childhood, education, or social service. Demonstrated knowledge and skills in the area of activities for preschool and school-age youth. Preferred competencies include the ability to maintain confidentiality, use discretion and tact in all interactions, prioritize effectively among numerous tasks, and work independently and with limited supervision. Working conditions include the ability to walk between the Historic Campus, Earl Shapiro Hall, and the University of Chicago main campus in all seasons and weather conditions, ability to stand for 2 to 4 hours, climb stairs, and lift up to 25 lbs, and requires sitting for extended periods of time. Application documents required include resume, cover letter, and reference contact information. Job family is Administration & Management. Role impact is individual contributor. Scheduled weekly hours are 40. Drug test, health screen, and motor vehicle record inquiry are not required. Pay rate type is hourly. FLSA status is non-exempt. Pay range is $18.25 - $23.62. Benefits are eligible. The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form. All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department.
At the University of Chicago Laboratory Schools, students in Nursery through Grade 12 experience a world-class educational journey. Founded in 1896 by John Dewey as a place for educators to develop and explore novel approaches to pedagogy and curriculum, Lab continues to provide excitement and imagination in learning to this day. Academic rigor, experiential learning, and intellectual discourse are hallmarks of a Lab education. Lab educators are recognized for excellence in teaching and pride themselves on innovation in the classroom. Students in every grade have access to unparalleled resources, and all members of the Lab community benefit by partnerships and connections with the University of Chicago. Families who choose Lab care deeply about curiosity, inquiry, and creativity. No less than scholarship, Lab's mission prioritizes honoring diversity and exhibiting kindness. We are committed to building and supporting a teaching and learning community where young people see aspects of their backgrounds and identities reflected around them, where they feel a deep sense of belonging, and where they discover and use their voices to full effect. Today, 53-59 percent of Lab's student body are students of color. Families report speaking nearly 40 different languages in their homes. Approximately 60 percent of Lab families are also affiliated with the University of Chicago. Half of our families live in Hyde Park, and the rest come from across Chicago, the suburbs, and northwestern Indiana. Inclusion is a fundamental value at Lab, such that we celebrate every facet of community members' identities, and even where we disagree, we emphasize respect, civility, and maintaining a spirit of community. Lab seeks the finest employees to join our vibrant learning community. We employ people with a wide range of skills and training in many different disciplines, who have in common a love of learning and the wish to inspire that same love of learning in young people. We seek candidates for employment who thrive in an educational environment. We provide a great professional home for those committed to collaboration, ongoing personal and professional growth, and cultivating positive relationships. In turn, we strive to ensure that Lab is a joyful, welcoming, and inspiring place to work. Through our connection to the University, faculty, staff, and administrators enjoy benefits and opportunities that would be nearly impossible to match in any other environment. This position prepares for, coordinates, and links activities supporting co-curricular, before school, after school, and summer programs offered through Family Life Programs. Communicates with the professional team, seasonal staff, parents, and students through messaging, email, telephone, and in-person meetings regarding program procedures, practices and expectations. Responsibilities include: Coordinates information related to programming, specifically daily activities, schedules, and student information. Supports the Assistant Director in designing, collaborating on, and executing all FLP programming at the ESH campus during the school year and summer. Maintains program records and archives relevant information and program materials, and performs program-related duties as assigned. Contributes to the implementation and operation of an impactful summer and after school program for children ages three to twelve. Communicates program information to families. Lab Explorers Summer Camp lead at ESH campus. Coaches seasonal staff on how to apply best practices in the area of early childhood and youth development through modeling and demonstration. Collaborates with school administrators, faculty, and staff. Establishes and maintains strong, positive relationships with parents, students, staff, and program providers. Maintains and analyzes data within registration software to support financial tracking and administrative reporting. Assures all materials and supplies are ordered, available, and organized for programs and events. Responds to program inquiries from parents and caregivers. Triages emails and telephone calls for action. Resolves mostly routine and some complex inquiries. Coordinates special projects as directed by the leader. Prepares write ups for recommendations for operational and administrative problems. Prepares financial and/or administrative reports. Performs other related work as needed. Minimum qualifications include vocational training, apprenticeships or the equivalent experience in a related field (not typically required to have a four-year degree). Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline. Preferred qualifications include an associate degree in youth work, early childhood, education, social services, or a related field or a combination of education and experience relating to this position. Experience includes 2+ years in youth development, early childhood, education, or social service. Demonstrated knowledge and skills in the area of activities for preschool and school-age youth. Preferred competencies include the ability to maintain confidentiality, use discretion and tact in all interactions, prioritize effectively among numerous tasks, and work independently and with limited supervision. Working conditions include the ability to walk between the Historic Campus, Earl Shapiro Hall, and the University of Chicago main campus in all seasons and weather conditions, ability to stand for 2 to 4 hours, climb stairs, and lift up to 25 lbs, and requires sitting for extended periods of time. Application documents required include resume, cover letter, and reference contact information. Job family is Administration & Management. Role impact is individual contributor. Scheduled weekly hours are 40. Drug test, health screen, and motor vehicle record inquiry are not required. Pay rate type is hourly. FLSA status is non-exempt. Pay range is $18.25 - $23.62. Benefits are eligible. The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form. All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department.