Community School Coordinator

Are you passionate about strengthening communities supporting families and helping students thrive Do you excel at building relationships coordinating resources and bringing people together to solve problems If so CHAI is looking for you!We are seeking a dynamic mission-driven Community School Coordinator (CSC) to serve as a key leader at Cross Country Elementary/Middle School (CCEMS). This is an exciting opportunity for someone who believes in the power of schools as neighborhood hubs and wants to make a meaningful impact in Northwest the RoleAs the Community School Coordinator you will collaborate closely with school leadership families educators and community partners to support the whole child and strengthen the surrounding community. You will help expand learning opportunities connect families with essential resources build strong partnerships and foster meaningful family and community engagement. This role is ideal for someone who is organized relationshipfocused communityminded and ready to take Youll DoPartnership & Resource DevelopmentBuild grow and coordinate partnerships that support student success and school prioritiesDevelop agreements with partners and secure additional resources and inkind supportConvene partners throughout the year for collaboration and planningStudent & Family SupportServe on the Student Support and Attendance teamsHelp identify student needs and coordinate appropriate supports including home visitsConnect families to mental health health housing and stability resourcesFamily & Community EngagementLead the School Family Council and key family engagement eventsSupport parent leadership and volunteer initiativesBuild relationships with neighborhood associations and community leadersAdministrative ResponsibilitiesTrack budgets maintain records and submit reporting and documentationCollect data to measure program outcomesAttend CHAI and district-required trainings and meetingsQualificationsAssociate degree required; bachelors degree preferredAt least 2 years of experience working with youth families or community stakeholdersExperience in areas like mentoring community organizing resource development program coordination or volunteer management is highly valuedIdeal Candidate AttributesWere looking for someone who is:A strong relationship builderOrganized proactive and able to manage multiple prioritiesCommunityoriented and missiondrivenA problem solver who cares deeply about students and familiesCollaborative and eager to learnHelpful Skills & KnowledgeUnderstanding of Baltimores community resources and social servicesExperience working with children families or diverse communitiesComfort with data tracking Microsoft Office budgeting basicsFamiliarity with community school principals and anti-oppression practicesAdditional RequirementsAbility to work on-site at the school and CHAI officeOccasional evenings and rare weekend eventsValid drivers license reliable vehicle and willingness to drive locally (mileage reimbursed)Compensation and Benefits: $70000-$75000 (commensurate with experience)This position comes with a full set of benefits including medical and dental insurance plans retirement paid time off and professional of Employment:The CSC is a full-time 12-month grant-funded position with funding provided primarily through Baltimore City Public Schools from the Blueprint for Marylands Future. The CSC follows the schools schedule not the lead agencys schedule and will need to work some evenings and occasionally to ApplyPlease submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest in the role and relevant experience. We recognize that writing tools including AI are widely available. While such tools may be used to support clarity your cover letter and resume should reflect your own motivations and communication skills. Submissions that include true-to-life experiences will be more competitive than generic or overly polished ones.