Reconnect Youth Coordinator

Coordinate and manage youth education programs in Wichita.

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Overview

Coordinate and manage youth education programs in Wichita.

You have:

  • Bachelor’s Degree required, preferably in Education or related field.
  • Minimum two years’ experience in education programs for children and youth, including previous experience supervising staff or volunteers.
  • Proven ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and diplomatically in a multi-cultural setting and with limited-English proficiency speakers.
  • Fluency in English required. International work or study experience and second language abilities a plus; particularly in Spanish, French, Pashto, Dari, Arabic, Swahili, or other client language.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint), internet research, and experience using databases and information gathering systems.
  • Able to occasionally work a flexible schedule that includes evenings and weekends.
  • Valid driver’s license and reliable access to an insured vehicle.

Potential interview questions

How do you prioritize your responsibilities when managing multiple programs simultaneously? The interviewer wants to know how you handle time management and prioritization in a dynamic environment. Discuss your strategies for organizing tasks, setting deadlines, and how you adapt to shifting priorities.
Can you give an example of how you have engaged with youth to tailor programs to their needs? The interviewer is assessing your experience in understanding and responding to the needs of your target group. Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe your experience training and managing volunteers. What approach do you take to mentor them? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What strategies have you implemented for effective parent engagement in educational programs? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you ensure that diversity and inclusion are reflected in your educational programming? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What methods do you use to assess the effectiveness of educational programs? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you provide an example of a time when you had to interact with multiple stakeholders? How did you manage those relationships? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Tell us about a challenge you faced in an educational setting and how you overcame it. Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Added 11 months ago - Updated 10 months ago - Source: rescue.org