Beacons Center Program Coordinator

## Description **Now Hiring: Beacons Center Program Coordinator** **Pay Range:** $53,000 – $55,000 **Status:** Full-Time **Location:** Franklin STEAM Middle School, Minneapolis Public Schools / YWCA Minneapolis What You’ll Do: As the Beacons Center Program Coordinator, you’ll lead the design and daily operations of a high-quality afterschool learning center at Franklin STEAM Middle School (grades 6-8). You’ll work collaboratively with school leadership to manage engaging, culturally relevant programming that supports youth leadership and development while building strong relationships with students, families, school staff, and community partners. · Design and deliver high-quality youth programs grounded in best practices in youth development · Maintain a clear and consistent line of communication with the Beacons manager, school administration, and families, maintaining professional and positive relationships with all · Lead the recruitment and scheduling of instructors and community partners, ensuring opportunities are responsive to student interests · Manage $200,000 program budget, ensuring appropriate use of resources · Hire, train, and support part-time youth counselors · Collaborate with school staff and community partners to strengthen youth services · Evaluate program effectiveness and implementing improvements · Represent YWCA Minneapolis and promote the YWCA brand at school site, in Beacons network and in larger school community · Support a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment for all participants Who You Are: You are a passionate youth advocate and experienced program leader who thrives in diverse school and community settings. You understand the power of afterschool programs to support positive youth development and are committed to equity, inclusion, and culturally responsive practice. You bring strong leadership skills, the ability to motivate and guide teams, and a collaborative mindset that strengthens partnerships and engagement with youth, families, and community stakeholders. Core Competencies · Youth Development: Deep understanding of best practices in Middle school programming and positive youth development · Leadership: Experience coaching and supporting diverse part-time staff · Collaboration: Skilled in building relationships with schools, families, and community partners · Cultural Responsiveness: Ability to engage effectively with youth and families from varied racial, ethnic, and economic backgrounds · Program Design & Evaluation: Proficient in planning, implementing, and assessing youth programs for continuous improvement · Communication: Strong verbal and written skills, with confidence in presenting to groups and stakeholders · Time Management: Organized and adaptable with the ability to manage multiple priorities ## Requirements Qualifications Required · Bachelor’s degree in Education, Social/Human Services, Youth Development, or a related field OR equivalent combination of education and experience · Minimum of 2 years’ experience working with youth in group settings · Experience designing and facilitating educational and enrichment activities · Experience working with multiple partners and stakeholders · Excellent interpersonal skills with a strengths-based, youth-centered approach · Proficiency in Microsoft Office · CPR and First Aid certification (or ability to obtain) · Reliable transportation to travel to various program and meeting sites Preferred · Experience working with Middle school aged youth · Experience working with boys of color · Supervisory experience with young adults and/or youth · Knowledge of service learning, experiential education, and leadership development Why YWCA Minneapolis When you work here, you’re joining a movement. We’re not just teaching—we’re building equitable futures through inclusive education. Join us in advancing racial and gender equity through meaningful work and community-building. YWCA Minneapolis is an equal opportunity and affirmative action emp…