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Applications accepted until the position is filled. Interviews will be conducted in April.
SCOPE OF WORK
SummerWrite Coordinators provide a high level of support to the Director of Youth Education (DOYE) in the areas of administration, communications, program delivery, and evaluation for the SummerWrite program for youth; and oversee the day-to-day operations of SummerWrite camps, July-August.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Coordinate needs of teaching artists, including, but not limited to, scheduling, materials, field trips, and apprentice assignments/responsibilities
- Play a key role in managing Apprenticeship & Internship Programs, including the review process, onboarding, supervision, and evaluation
- Troubleshoot and assist with problem solving related to concerns of students, parents, teaching artists, apprentices, interns
- Assist DOYE with placement of Youth Department Junior Apprentices
- Assist with planning and implementing SummerWrite training
- Update SummerWrite Handbook
- Assist Communications Associate with managing student registration data, including monitoring camp size with an eye for potential cancellations or camps filled to capacity
- Communicate pertinent information to teaching artists, apprentices, parents, and students
- Coordinate anthology distribution and performances
- Other duties as assigned
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
- Vaccination against COVID-19 is required.
- Previous experience working with children and families and managing complex projects.
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
- Attention to detail
- Ability to take initiative and prioritize
- Exceptional communication skills, both written and oral
- Demonstrated facility with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Suite, and Outlook
- Pluses: Familiarity with constituency management software and Canva or similar online design applications.
Location: SummerWrite camps take place at Writers & Books (740 University Avenue, Rochester, NY) and satellite locations, including The Strong National Museum of Play; Arnett, Lyell, and Maplewood branch libraries; Flower City Arts Center; and The Memorial Art Gallery. Some local travel will be necessary. Coordinators will be reimbursed for use of public transportation/uber/personal vehicle when traveling to these sites.
Two Positions Available
Full-Time position (10-40 hours/week) Compensation: $16/hr
Part-time position (8-25 hours/week) Compensation: $15/hr
How to Apply: Send resume and cover letter to sallyb@wab.org