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Early Literacy and Math Coordinator, Full-Time

Grail Family Services

Job Description

Job Title: Early Math and Literacy Coordinator

Classification: Full time, Non-exempt

Salary Range: $60,000 to $65,000 per year, plus benefits

Reports To: Family Math and Literacy Manager

Grail Family Services Overview

Grail Family Services (GFS) partners with families, schools, and communities to promote children’s success and well-being. We operate in a community where more than 50% of the children in local schools are not reading at grade level. At our preschool program, we strive to inspire a lifelong commitment to learning and to foster the intellectual, creative, social, emotional, and physical growth of all our students. We believe that strong partnerships with parents are the key to success. We support children’s learning and development through innovative programs and partnerships that promote active learning and family engagement such as our Family Math Program, implemented in partnership with Stanford University’s DREME Network and our Building Blocks of ParentingTM (BBP) App implemented in partnership with Santa Clara County Office of Education Head Start Program and FIRST 5 Santa Clara County. To fulfill our mission, we are part of several local, statewide, and national initiatives (Family Math, Economic Mobility). For more information, please see our website at .

As part of our work, we prioritize collective impact; we understand that one organization alone cannot address all the needs of our community. To that end, we are founding members of the Si Se Puede Collective (please see below).

Si Se Puede Collective Overview (SSPC)

The SSPC comprises five anchor organizations in the Mayfair neighborhood of East San José – Amigos de Guadalupe, Grail Family Services, the School of Arts and Culture at MHP, SOMOS Mayfair, and Veggielution. The SSPC formalizes the shared commitment of these organizations to serve low-income families living in the Mayfair community. By coordinating the work of these organizations, the SSPC aims to produce a much greater positive impact in the community than any one organization can do alone. The vision of the SSPC is for a Mayfair community that is rooted and thriving, where resilient families have confidence in their gifts, choices, and dreams. The mission of the SSPC is to leverage the collective’s creativity, services, and advocacy to create opportunities and access to basic needs, education, literacy, and community engagement. The individual organizations of the SSPC are committed to the following impact strategies to achieve its vision and mission:

● Promote a shared vision and sense of belonging that honors the artistic and cultural identity of Mayfair and empowers the community

● Promote quality learning for all children with a focus on student success

● Ensure youth are culturally competent to navigate and experience the broader world

● Provide culturally competent, impactful, and coordinated services and resource referrals to meet the needs of families

● Promote community-led advocacy and organizing efforts for policy and systems change, and

● Promote smart development without displacement in the Mayfair community.

Position Summary: GFS’s Early Literacy & Math Coordinator is responsible for supporting the development, implementation, and coordination of early literacy and math learning opportunities within the YWCR+ and BEST After-School Programs. The Coordinator works closely with GFS staff, educators, families, and community partners to provide engaging, age-appropriate, and culturally responsive learning experiences that strengthen children’s foundational literacy and math skills. This position supports curriculum and activity development, staff collaboration, family engagement, program implementation, and tracking of participation and outcomes. The full-time position reports to the Family Math and Literacy Manager and requires strong organizational, communication, collaborative, and independent work skills.

Key Responsibilities

● Support team members in the implementation, coordination, and evaluation of GFS early literacy and early math programs.

● Facilitate parent workshops focused on literacy, math, and available community resources.

● Plan, coordinate, and implement engaging after-school programs for elementary-aged students at schools and community centers, with a focus on academic support, enrichment activities, and positive youth development.

● Support the supervision and coordination of mentors, including scheduling, communication, day-to-day program needs, and onboarding/offboarding.

● Plan, coordinate, and facilitate literacy nights in partnership with the San José Public Library and other community organizations.

● Maintain consistent communication and engagement with families while establishing and maintaining a strong community presence.

● Support the evaluation and continuous quality improvement of program activities, including data entry, tracking, and basic data analysis.

● Assist in creating print and digital materials using Canva and other design tools to promote GFS programs, workshops, and community events.

● Liaise with community partners to coordinate services, activities, and program delivery.

● Promote GFS’s mission, values, programs, and organizational policies to families, partners, staff, and other stakeholders.

● Represent GFS at community events, meetings, presentations, and other outreach opportunities.

● Conduct participant recruitment, outreach, and engagement activities within the community.

● Develop and maintain strong relationships with partnering schools, community organizations, libraries, and other stakeholders.

● Collaborate with schools and community partners to identify opportunities that strengthen and expand program services.

● Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned in support of GFS programs and organizational goals.

Required Qualifications

● Bachelor’s degree in Education, Child Development, Early Childhood Education, Mathematics, Literacy, Youth Development, or a related field, or equivalent relevant work experience.

● Experience working with children, families, and/or communities that have historically experienced barriers to accessing educational and social services preferred.

● Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish required, including the ability to communicate and translate effectively between both languages.

● Strong written and verbal communication skills, with public speaking and presentation experience preferred.

● Demonstrated ability to build and maintain positive relationships with diverse families, schools, community partners, and other stakeholders.

● Strong cultural awareness and sensitivity, with the ability to work effectively in a multicultural and multilingual environment.

● Experience facilitating educational activities, workshops, or learning experiences for both children and adults.

● Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team while also working independently and taking initiative.

● Strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

● Proficiency with Canva, Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and other digital tools used for program communication and materials development preferred.

● Willingness and ability to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings and weekends, based on program and community needs.

● Must obtain required criminal record clearance or exemption prior to employment, including both DOJ and FBI clearances.

● Must provide a current health report and negative Tuberculosis (TB) test in accordance with applicable Title 22 regulations. Health reports and TB tests must meet required timelines prior to the start of employment.

● Must possess a valid California driver’s license, maintain required auto insurance, and have reliable transportation for travel between program sites and community locations.

Preferred qualifications:

● At least two years of experience working with children and families in a school, community-based, or educational setting.

● Background or experience in early literacy, early math, education, child development, or a related field.

● Demonstrated passion for and commitment to the mission, values, and programs of Grail Family Services.

● Flexible and adaptable, with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

● Positive and collaborative approach, with a good sense of humor and the ability to maintain a supportive team environment.

● Growth mindset with a willingness to learn, receive feedback, develop new skills, and continuously improve.

Compensation and Benefits

● Full time, in person position must be willing to work some evenings and/or weekends

● Salary: $60,000 to $65,000 per year, depending on qualifications and experience.

● Full-time schedule (about 40-hours/week); with some evenings and/or weekend hours required.

● Medical, vision and dental insurance, valued at over $6,000 per year, no employee shared cost.

● First year: 10 vacation days and 11 paid holidays with accrual based on 40 hrs. per week

● Eligible for 2 floating holidays per year after satisfying eligibility requirements

● 401(k) Retirement Plan, employer match contribution at 10%

● This position reports to the Family Math and Literacy Manager

To apply please send resume and cover letter to:

Liliana Amaro, Director of Operations and HR, at Lamaro@gfsfamilyservices.org

No Phone calls please.

Grail Family Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person