Community Schools Coordinator - HSDB - Ceeds of Peace

CEEDS OF PEACE

COMMUNITY SCHOOLS COORDINATOR (CSC) JOB DESCRIPTION

Ceeds of Peace is a 501c3 nonprofit organization based in Hawaiʻi offering a 360° approach to

raising peacebuilding leaders. We build bridges between families, community leaders, and

educators to share resources and develop action plans to create more peaceful and just

communities.

The 7 Cs–Critical Thinking, Courage, Compassion, Conflict Resolution, Commitment,

Collaboration, Community-Building, and Connection-are our core values at Ceeds of Peace.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Community School Coordinator (CSC) serves an integral role in the Community School

Strategy. The CSC will support Ceeds of Peace’s goal to empower schools in underserved and

rural communities by strengthening community partnerships, promote trauma sensitive practice

and enhance coordination of wrap-around prevention/intervention services for children and

families.

The Community Schools Coordinator will support the following goals:

1. Implement a multi-tiered system of in-school and community supports so that schools

are better equipped to serve students’ diverse needs, including but not limited to their

most basic needs and academic needs;

2. Build capacity for community providers, parents, school support staff to better support

students through positive behavioral and mental health interventions and prevention;

3. Enhance student resilience by delivering wrap-around services and SEL instruction to

support the behavioral and mental health of students.

The CSC is responsible for supporting the implementation, integration, alignment and

coordination of the community school strategy at the school level. The CSC will work in close

partnership with the school principal to align programs, services and opportunities

collaboratively.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES (based on School and Community Need)

1. Support the development and implementation of the Community Schools Implementation

Plan in coordination with school leaders, National Consultant and other key

stakeholders. Duties may include:

a. Support the principal on the integration of partners and community members into

school operations.

b. Convene and staff the site-based Community School Leadership Team, a

coordinating body that is co-led by the principal and CSC and may comprise of

administrators, teachers, support services staff, partners, parents and others to

identify needs, set priorities and coordinate the strategy.

2. Support the ongoing nurturing of relationships to further integrate community-based

programs and supports based on student, school and community needs for the Hawaii

School for the Deaf and Blind Community. Duties may include:

a. Coordinate needs and resource assessment activities on an ongoing basis,

employing a variety of strategies and including a broad cross-section of

stakeholders.

b. Support existing community-based initiatives and explore other opportunities

within the community.

3. Act as a friendly, consistent and approachable presence to support the school

community.

4. Act as a thought partner and collaborator in the overall Community Schools movement.

Duties include:

a. Participate in capacity-building activities including trainings and other school and

project-wide events, as appropriate.

b. Represent the initiative in various communication opportunities and participate in

advocacy activities to promote the initiative, as appropriate.

5. Support the evaluation of the community school by coordinating the collection of data,

timely submission of reports and responses to other requests in partnership with school

and project leadership.

6. Execute other tasks as indicated by the Principal.

7. Delivery through a trauma-informed, family-centered and strengths-based approach in

alignment with the Community Schools vision.

QUALIFICATIONS

● Associate or Bachelor’s degree in education or related field OR three (3) years of

experience in public health, education, social work, community development and/or

leadership training required or related experience;

● Experience in outreach to businesses to develop partnerships for on the job training and

job readiness;

● Experience in grassroots community outreach and organizing including building and

facilitating partnerships and relationships, preferred;

● Experience in coordinating comprehensive program activities in a school or institutional

setting, including understanding and knowledge of Hawai’i DOE system preferred;

● Knowledge of community and ability to grow and nurture new and existing relationships

within the community preferred;

● Working knowledge of personal computer software applications such as Word, Excel

and Google Suite;

● Can analyze and collaboratively problem solve issues;

● Good organizational and ability to multitask and prioritize;

● Possess strong interpersonal skills and ability to work, communicate and collaborate

effectively and inclusively;

● Exhibit courteous and professional demeanor towards program participants, staff and

administration via verbal, written, physical, and electronic correspondence;

● Requires strong oral and written communication skills;

● Comfort facilitating and conducting workshops in front of large audiences preferred;

● Ability to maintain confidentiality.

● Pass a criminal background check.

DESIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

● Priority given to candidates with experience, background, or knowledge of the Deaf

and/or Blind community and culture.

● Priority given to candidates with experience or background in Native Hawaiian culture,

Native Hawaiian language skills, and/or years of experience working with Native

Hawaiian communities.

● Priority given to candidates with experience and training in trauma-informed and

trauma-responsive practices.

● Experience in school communities and local community organizations preferred.

LOCATION

● Position is an in-person position based out of the Hawaii School for the Deaf and Blind

campus.

Reports to: Ceeds of Peace Associate Director

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

● $33.65/hour for 40 hours per week, observing the teacher work schedule as set out in

the DOE academic calendar and working through school breaks (summer break, fall

break, winter break)

● Employee will receive 20 paid time off days per year. In addition, employee will receive

paid holidays (https://dhrd.hawaii.gov/state-observed-holidays/)

● Employee shall not work on DOE holidays and breaks unless authorized to do so by

Ceeds of Peace.

● Individual Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision premium will be covered by the

employer during the course of employment.

● Position funding is only available for one year, but may continue beyond the year subject

to funding availability and performance.