Coordinator Access Initiatives

Organization Summary

Elevate 215 is a catalyst for preparing students for the world of tomorrow by modernizing the

learning experience in Philadelphia schools today. We do this by investing in schools and talent, collaborating with our partners, expanding access and resources for families, and advocating to create the conditions for success. Elevate 215 is seeking a Coordinator Access Initiatives.

Job Summary

The Coordinator Access Initiatives is responsible for implementing strategies to enhance awareness and access to K-12 educational options and advancing educational equity across the city of Philadelphia. The Coordinator collaborates with internal teams to convene partners, implement solutions, and share the modern learning experience. This position reports directly to the Assistant Director Access Initiatives.

Duties and Responsibilities

General

• Support the implementation of school access initiatives, including GreatPhillySchools(GPS) and Apply Philly Charter (APC).
• Assist with research to evaluate opportunities for growth and impact aligned to Elevate 215’s mission.
• Support the execution of large public events, including the K-12 school selection fair and APC convenings.
• Work closely with the Assistant Director Access Initiatives to align messaging and information sent to schools and families.

Marketing

• Develop precise and compelling copy for the GPS and APC websites, social media platforms, print publications, and other content channels.
• Contribute to the creation of audio-visual content, enhancing overall engagement.
• Cultivate relationships with content contributors by clearly communicating objectives and ensuring timely submission of articles and presentations.
• Collaborate with the Communications team to assess the effectiveness of Access Initiatives content and outreach efforts, providing strategic recommendations for new content development.
• Partner with the Data Strategy and Communications team to enhance content for search engine optimization, aligning with digital reach goals such as web traffic and social media engagement.
• Analyze audience engagement metrics to design effective information delivery methods (e.g. video, blogs, podcasts, webinars, etc.).

Website & Database Management

• Monitor APC and GPS system applications and usage data for family and school users to ensure smooth operation of the system, identify technical issues to be resolved.
• Execute content updates on Access Initiatives’ websites, collaborating with the Data Strategy team as needed.
• Serve as a point of contact for schools for technical support on APC and GPS systems.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Required Skill and Abilities

• Deep commitment to the mission and vision of Elevate 215 and its role in achieving educational equity for all children in Philadelphia.
• Strong interpersonal and communications skills, both oral and written, and a passion to develop relationships with stakeholders.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships across diverse groups of internal and external stakeholders.
• Superb project management and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate data insights into actionable solutions.
• Evidence of background in interpreting multiple forms of data and creating honest and compelling stories about the progress and impact of investments using analytics.
• Skilled at managing a team and multiple work streams toward measurable outcomes. Track record in hiring and coaching staff to higher performance and skill development.
• A strategic and detail-oriented thinker with the agility to balance competing priorities, complex situations, and tight deadlines; comfort leading within ambiguity.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace ,CRM databases (with a preference for Salesforce), graphic design platforms (i.e. Canva, Adobe, etc.).

Experience and Education

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of professional experience.
• Experience working in the K-12 ecosystem both inside schools and inside or with partners supporting K-12 (talent providers, program providers, funders, other education non-profits) - preferred but not required.

Physical Requirements

Ability to physically perform the duties and to work in the environmental conditions required such as:

• Traveling to offsite meetings – valid driver’s license and/or access to transportation when necessary;
• Functioning in office space — reaching file cabinets, filing, scanning, coping, typing, mailing, making phone calls;
• Must be able to sit for up to two hours looking at a computer monitor, using a keyboard/mouse and typing.

Application Instructions

Email cover letter and resume to Molly Farley, Human Resources Consultant, at Molly@mfconsultantsllc.com.

Elevate 215 is an equal-opportunity employer with excellent benefits and an entrepreneurial, results-oriented work culture. Salary is commensurate with experience.