Program Specialist-Middle School

Full- Time 

Program Specialist-Middle School 

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

OPEN UNTIL FILLED

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Do you have a passion for working with youth and have an asset view of working with under -resourced families and students? Are you self aware? Are you detail oriented? A mentor? An advocate? If you describe yourself as someone who loves working with youth, then this is the right position for you!

PURPOSE:

The “I Have A Dream” Foundation of Boulder County is currently seeking a Program Specialist to support dreamer scholars and their families by providing after school programming. Depending on the location, this position might work with one of our 11 cohorts. This is a full-time, hourly position with benefits, and reports to the Program Manager 

The mission of the “I Have A Dream” program is to empower children from under-resourced communities (Dreamer Scholars) to succeed in school, college, and career by providing academic, social, and emotional support from elementary school through college, along with post-secondary tuition assistance.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Communication & Collaboration: Maintain open, timely communication with volunteers, students, families, and school personnel; coach volunteers on program goals and IHDF values.
• Team Leadership: Lead volunteer teams and escalate management issues to the Program Director.
• Student Support: Build trusted relationships with Dreamer Scholars, providing consistent social and emotional support and positive outreach.
• Emotional Intelligence: Navigate diverse emotional states professionally, maintaining self-regulation and seeking guidance when needed to support program quality.
• Data & Logistics: Track attendance and academic achievement to support student outcomes and safely operate company vehicles.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Community Experience: Experience working with historically underrepresented communities.
• Relationship-Based Approach: Strong application of relationship-based frameworks to support effective problem-solving, conflict resolution, and professional boundary setting.
• Youth Work: 1-2 years of experience working with youth.
• Framework Knowledge: Strong knowledge of asset-based frameworks within the context of youth and community development.
• Communication & Organization: Strong organizational, oral, and written communication skills, with meticulous record-keeping abilities.
• Transportation: Reliable transportation, current auto insurance, and a clean driving record.
• Availability: Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends.
• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.

PREFERRED SKILLS:

• Bilingual Proficiency: Conversational and written Spanish skills are highly valued.
• Collaboration: Proven ability to work effectively with diverse teams and community partners.
• Group Facilitation: Strong experience facilitating engaging programming for groups.
• Inclusive Programming: Skilled in creating safe, inclusive environments where youth and families can thrive.
• Problem-Solving: Adept at navigating complex situations with emotional intelligence and a solutions-focused mindset.

PHYSICAL AND COGNITIVE REQUIREMENTS:

• Transportation: Ability and willingness to undergo training to operate a 14-passenger minibus.
• Flexibility: Available for occasional evenings, weekends, and conference travel.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Salary range $20.00-25.00/hour
• Competitive benefits (Health insurance, disability benefits, retirement, vacation, sick time, holidays)

Submit email a cover letter, resume, diversity statement and any supporting documents to to careers@ihaveadreamboulder.org with “Program Specialist” in the subject line. 

IHDF is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to diversity and inclusion