Education Coordinator - YR021

Title : Education Coordinator

Location : Youth Residential Treatment Center - 620 NE 2nd St., Gresham, OR 97030

Schedule : This is an in-person position, Monday through Friday, 9 : 00am - 5 : 30pm

Wage Range : $27.00 - $32.00 hourly, non-exempt

If you are a motivated and dedicated Education Coordinator looking for an opportunity to contribute to an organization making a positive impact, we want to hear from you!

At NARA NW , you'll find a supportive and inclusive work environment where every member of our team is valued and respected. Whether you're passionate about healthcare, behavioral health, education, or social services, there's a place for you to make a positive impact.

Company Mission :

The mission of NARA NW is to provide education, physical, mental health services, and substance abuse treatment that is culturally appropriate to American Indians, Alaska Natives, and anyone in need.

About the Company :

At NARA NW, we provide essential services and support to Native American and Alaska Native people, empowering them to lead healthy, fulfilling lives. As an organization rooted in cultural heritage and community values, we offer a unique and rewarding opportunity to make a direct positive impact in the lives of others.

We have over 400 employees in a wide range of programs and services, including medical and dental care, addiction treatment, housing assistance, and cultural enrichment programs, there are endless opportunities to grow and thrive in your career while making a difference in the lives of others.

Position Overview :

The YRTC Education Coordinator is a critical part of the multi-disciplinary treatment team and works collaboratively to facilitate the youth's progress towards their individual goals. The Education Coordinator will work with youth to establish realistic, achievable goals that are consistent with the overall goal of achieving education credits while in treatment. The Education Coordinator will work with the Metro East Web Academy (MEWA) school to meet the students' learning needs.

What you will do :

• Instruct MEWA lessons in the subjects they teach, such as science, math and language arts.
• Assess students to evaluate their abilities, strengths, and weaknesses
• Teach students in full class settings, small groups or individually
• Supervise students during MEWA courses, tests and exams
• Communicate with YRTC counseling team, probation officers or DHS workers about students' progress
• Prepare students for standardized tests required by the state (Star 360 assessment, Smarter Balance, and OAKS)
• Develop and enforce classroom rules and YRTC policies
• Work with special education teachers from MEWA to adapt lessons to YRTC Students with learning disabilities and emotional or behavioral disorders needs and monitor YRTC student progress.
• Maintain student records
• Work with YRTC students to develop skills, such as organizational and time management abilities and effective study habits
• Assess and prepare reports on student achievement data
• Manage and order school supplies, and schedule classroom maintenance
• Establish and coordinate security procedures for students, staff, and visitors (Lock-in / Lock-out)

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What's in it for you?

14 Paid Holidays : New Years, Martin Luther King Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Battle of Little Big Horn, 4th of July, Labor Day, United Indigenous Day, Indigenous People's Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Day after Thanksgiving, and Christmas!

Benefits : Employees working 20 hours, or more are eligible for benefits. Benefits are effective from the 1st of the month following the date of hire.

How to apply :

NARA NW is fully committed to supporting sobriety. To support NARA NW in its mission, all employees agree to refrain from illicit drug use, marijuana use, and prescription drug abuse, both on and off the job. In addition, all employees agree to model alcohol sobriety. Modeling alcohol sobriety means not consuming, discussing, or promoting the use of alcohol, on the job, on social media and when in the community where the employee would be likely to be seen by NARA NW clients or community. If in recovery, employees must have been sober / clean for a length of time sufficient to demonstrate that they will be able to remain sober.

Consistent with NARA NW's sobriety policy, all employees, volunteers, interns, and contractors, as applicable, are required to sign a "Drug-Free / Alcohol-Free Workplace Certification Form" and NARA NW "Modeling Sobriety Policy Form" as a condition of employment to confirm that they are aware of this policy and that they agree to comply with it. Violation of this policy will result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment. This policy is subject to the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act and its state counterpart.

This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the position's activities and requirements, the agency reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and assign other duties, as necessary.

Preference in hiring is given to qualified Native Americans in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25, US Code, Sections 472 and 473). NARA Northwest is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Within the scope of Indian Preference, all candidates will receive equal consideration. Experience working with Native American / Alaska Native community is considered a plus.