Coordinator for School Improvement Services

Coordinator for School Improvement Services

Location: Edinboro Office

Salary: $44,480 - Prorated for the duration of the 2026 - 2027 SY

Position Summary:
The Coordinator for School Improvement Services provides program support, coordination and professional development for all federal, state and grant initiatives in collaboration with IU school administrators, teachers and stakeholders. This work includes supporting outside partners, researching the development/expansion of new services and current services, as well as organizing and maintaining department resources.

Required Qualifications:
•Bachelor's Degree or 8+ years of general business experience with related job functions
•Must have valid driver's license within state of residence

Desired Qualifications:
•Experience coordinating and developing professional development programs and services that serve the educational needs of local and statewide partners.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
•Plan, develop, implement, monitor and evaluate programs, projects and services in collaboration with school administrators, educators, community partners and other stakeholders.
•Coordinate and support professional development opportunities, conferences, meetings, workshops, special events and services both locally and statewide.
•Develop and maintain program management systems, including data collection, reporting, inventory, records and other processes that support program effectiveness, accountability and compliance.
•Facilitate communication, collaboration and partnership development among school personnel, IU staff, PDE representatives, institutions of higher education, statewide organizations and other internal and external stakeholders.
•Research, develop and pursue opportunities for program growth, innovation, grant funding, partnerships, outreach projects and other initiatives that enhance services to schools and students.
•Provide and maintain resources, technical assistance, training, research, guidance and support materials for assigned programs, projects, grants and school improvement initiatives.
•Collaborate with program staff and the Finance Department to develop, maintain, and monitor budgets, fiscal records, registrations, contracts, technology applications and other operational supports associated with assigned programs and projects.
•Maintain current knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, policies, educational initiatives, emerging technologies and best practices relevant to assigned responsibilities.
•Travel as necessary within the IU5 region as well as to other areas in the commonwealth to support assigned programs, partnerships, meetings, professional learning opportunities and special projects.
•Perform other duties as assigned.

Performance Factors/Job Competencies:
•Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, and to explain complex instructions in an easily understandable fashion.
•Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
•Knowledge of state and federal laws that impact operations within the IU.
•Must be flexible and able to tolerate many situations and personalities.
•Must be able to sit at a desk or stand for extended periods of time.
•Must have auditory acuity to listen to other people on the telephone and in person.
•Must have verbal skills to communicate effectively with the public.
•Must be able to withstand emotional stress.
•Ability to create and manage appropriate computer applications necessary for program management.
•Must be able to organize and maintain programmatic files.
•Must possess strong problem-solving skills and the ability to quickly identify and implement effective solutions.

Work Environment:
This job operates in a professional office environment. Incumbent must be able to sit at desk for extended periods of time. This role routinely uses standard office equipment with a vast majority of the time utilizing computers to complete daily tasks. Due to travel outside of the home office, candidates are required to have reliable transportation and valid driver's license within the state of residence in order to attend job related duties, meetings, seminars, and trainings.

Physical Demands: (% of time)
Standing: Occasionally (<20%)
Sitting: Frequently (>80%)
Lifting: 0-20lbs. Occasionally (<20%); 20-50 lbs. Occasionally (<20%); Over 50 lbs. Rarely
Travel: Often (30-60%)
Pushing/Pulling: Occasionally (<20%)
Manual Keying/Data Entry: Often (30-60%)