Uncommon Schools
Education
SpecialProjectsCoordinator
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“Special Projects Coordinator at Uncommon Schools. Skills: Project execution, Operational support, School systems management. Execute family and student events. Manage internal quarterly assessments”
Industry & Context.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Ability to communicate effectively, Maintain a calm professional demeanor, Large project oversight, Digital literacy skills, Prior project management experience, Prior office-based customer service experience, Time management ability, 1 to 3 years teaching experience, 1 to 3 years school administrative office experience, Bachelor’s degree required
Nice to Have
Spanish-speaking skills strongly preferred
What You'll Do.
Execute family and student events
Manage internal quarterly assessments
Manage state assessments
Ensure state testing compliance
Coordinate student food systems
Coordinate meal dispersal
Partner with food vendors
Manage student technology
Manage staff technology
Manage school visual décor
Manage school aesthetics
Manage transportation systems
Manage extra-curricular activities
Manage enrichment programs
Support operations initiatives
Support student achievement initiatives
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Teammates; Teachers; Students; Parents; Stakeholders; Building partners; Operations associates
Communication Scope
Verbal communication; Written communication; Interpersonal skills
Process & Methodology
Project management
Full Job Description
Uncommon Schools is a nonprofit network of high-performing public charter schools dedicated to providing an exceptional K-12 education in economically disadvantaged communities. Operating in Boston, Camden, New York City, Newark, and Rochester, we are committed to closing the college completion gap and preparing every student for college and beyond. Our students consistently exceed national benchmarks , reflecting our dedication to their success. We invest deeply in our educators , offering weekly coaching, feedback, and professional development to ensure excellence in teaching and leadership. Join us to work hard, do good, and make a lasting difference! At Uncommon Schools, Special Projects Coordinators (SPCs) execute key logistics and provide operational support that enable students and teachers alike to flourish. The SPC is the executor of various school systems including assessments, facilities, student food service, staff & student technology, and event planning. The SPC reports to the school’s Director of Operations (DOO). As the Special Projects Coordinator , you will own the execution of the following workstreams: * Family and student events, such as Report Card Conferences * Internal quarterly assessments and state assessments, ensuring that all state testing compliance and state-specific regulations are followed * Student food systems, coordinating the dispersal of all meals and partnership with food vendors * Student and staff technology * School visual décor and aesthetics, celebrating students and creating a welcoming environment * Transportation systems * Extra-curricular activities, enrichment programs, and field trips * Other projects and new initiatives to support operations and student achievement at the school At our larger campuses, we have two or three SPC roles: SPC - Technology & Assessments, SPC - Events , and SPC - Systems. The workstreams for these roles are more specific from the list above, as the titles suggest. ## Qualifications * Abili
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