Education Coordinator, The Salvation Army

The position provides administrative leadership to the Learning Center program, including supervision of one after school learning center site, supervision of learning center after school and summer program staff, oversight of lesson plans, writing of some grant applications, curriculum, and reports as requested, fiscal program oversight, program evaluations, oversight of recruitment efforts and maintenance of positive relationships with Columbus City Schools, area schools, and other community partners.

Classification: Full-Time, Exempt, 40 hours/week, Typically-Monday-Friday, 10:00am-6:30 pm.  (8:30-4:30-Summer Day Camp, 8:30 am-5:00 pm when learning center is not in session)

 Salary:  $47,800 + a fantastic benefit package*

 Job Focus:  The position provides administrative leadership to the Learning Center program, including supervision of one after school learning center site, supervision of learning center after school and summer program staff, oversight of lesson plans, writing of some grant applications, curriculum, and reports as requested, fiscal program oversight, program evaluations, oversight of recruitment efforts and maintenance of positive relationships with Columbus City Schools, area schools, and other community partners.

*Benefits:

• A great place to work serving those who come to us for assistance.
• Generous paid time off every year including: 13 Holidays, 10-20 days of vacation, 3 personal days, and 12 sick days.
• Paid:  Jury Leave (up to maximum 12 weeks), Marriage Leave (5 days, after 1 year of service), Bereavement Leave (up to 5 days annually), $20,000 Life Insurance policy, Short-Term Disability, Military leave (5 days). Possible paid mileage.
• Comprehensive health care coverage with low-cost, low-deductible employee premiums and co-pays
• Eligibility for supplemental insurance plans including Voluntary Long-Term Disability, AFLAC and Voluntary Term Life, Flexible Spending Account, Tax-Deferred Annuity Plan (TDA)
• Pension Plan, no employee contribution
• Fun monthly events and contests. Regularly scheduled team building opportunities, Holiday parties, Picnic.
• Work Environment:  regular one-on-one meetings with supervisor, opportunity to serve on employee committee.

Requirements/Qualifications:

• An understanding of and passion for The Salvation Army’s Mission
• Bachelor’s degree in education or related field required.
• State of Ohio Teacher Certification preferred.
• Previous grant writing experience preferred.
• Highly organized
• A leader with a sleeve rolled up approach.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills
• Current first aid, CPR, communicable disease, and child abuse training
• Valid Ohio Driver’s license and the ability to obtain and maintain driving privileges per Salvation Army insurance standards.

Interested candidates should send resume and cover letter that includes salary requirements to HR Coordinator, Lori Banfield, by fax to 614.221.1896 or by email to lori.banfield@use.salvationarmy.org or by mail to 966 E Main Street, Columbus, OH 43205.  No telephone calls please.

Deadline: July 17, 2023

 In compliance with US Government regulations, The Salvation Army affirms that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.