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Job Title: Program Operations Coordinator
Department: Blueprint Math Fellows Program
Location: Yuma County
Reports to: Math Fellows Program Director
FLSA Status: Exempt
About Blueprint Schools Network
Founded in 2010, Blueprint Schools Network ("Blueprint") is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing educational equity and improving student outcomes. Blueprint partners with states, districts, and schools to design and implement evidence-based school improvement initiatives that help students thrive academically and beyond.
The Blueprint Math Fellows Program was developed from Blueprint's research-based school improvement framework, which identifies the practices most strongly associated with student success. Central to this work is high-impact, small-group math instruction tailored to students' individual learning needs. Since launching in 2010, the program has helped schools accelerate math achievement through data-driven tutoring and targeted academic support.
Blueprint partners with public school districts and charter school networks in Oakland, CA; Phoenix, Yuma, Apache Junction, and Miami, AZ; Saint Louis, MO; East St. Louis, IL; and Washington, DC to implement high-impact math tutoring programs that support students and schools.
Position Summary
Blueprint Schools Network is seeking a detail-oriented and mission-driven Program Operations Coordinator to support the day-to-day operations of our math tutoring program (Blueprint Fellows Program) across partner schools in Yuma County, Arizona.
The Program Coordinator will work closely with tutors and Blueprint team members (Program, Human Capital, Data) to help ensure smooth program implementation and a positive experience for students, Fellows and our School Partners.
This is a hybrid position based in Yuma County, Arizona. The incumbent must reside in Yuma County and be available for travel to partner school sites every 4 to 6 weeks and as needed to support program operations. This is a full-time, exempt, at-will position.
Key Responsibilities
Program Coordination & Administrative Support

• Support the day-to-day coordination of tutoring program operations across assigned school sites.
• Assist with ensuring accurate program records by monitoring both student data trackers and Fellow time and attendance logs.
• Help prepare stakeholder reports by organizing program data and adding operational context as needed.
• Support communication and coordination with school partners regarding access to technology, systems, materials, and school campus logistics.
• Communicate school schedule updates and operational changes to Fellows regarding assemblies, testing periods, special events, and other school schedule adjustments.
• Assist with coordinating and administering STAR assessments, student surveys, and other program evaluation activities.
• Escalate operational issues or concerns to program leadership as appropriate.

Fellow Support & Communication

• Serve as a day-to-day point of contact for Fellows regarding schedules, logistics, and program expectations.
• Reinforce professionalism standards and program and school campus policies with Fellows and escalate performance concerns to Math Fellows Program Director as needed.
• Share resources, reminders, and operational updates with Fellows throughout the program year.
• Support Fellow onboarding and engagement activities.

School & Team Collaboration

• Build positive working relationships with school staff and Blueprint internal team members.
• Support clear and timely communication between Fellows, schools, and program leadership.
• Participate in team meetings, training, and program planning activities as needed.

• This role collaborates closely with the Math Fellows Program Director, Program Manager, Coaching & Lesson Planning Consultant(s), and the Human Capital Team to deliver cohesive Fellow support.
• Ensure that lesson planning, observations, and feedback loops form a seamless experience for each Fellow.
• Share insights with the Program Team to support ongoing program improvement and Fellow development.

Qualifications
Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience.
• 1-3 years of experience in education, nonprofit programs, operations support, administration, or a related field.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfort working independently and collaboratively in a hybrid work environment.
• Proficiency in Google Workspace (Google Meet, Docs, Sheets).
• Proficiency with data systems or data trackers.
• Must have a valid driver's license
• Must reside in Yuma County Arizona and consistently have access to reliable transportation to travel on-site to Blueprint school partner locations across the state, including rural communities.
• Ability to submit timely travel reimbursements per Blueprint policy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in K-12 education, tutoring programs, youth development, or nonprofit organizations.
• Familiarity with spreadsheets, attendance tracking systems, or student data systems.
• Experience supporting early-career staff.

Compliance and Clearances
To ensure the safety and well-being of the students we serve, the Program Operations Coordinator must be able to satisfy all state and partner school district compliance requirements prior to their official start date. This may include, but not limited to, obtaining and maintaining a valid Arizona Department of Public Safety (DPS) Fingerprint Clearance Card and successfully passing a comprehensive criminal background check. Candidates must provide any required health documentation necessary for school site access, which may include proof of immunization and/or negative TB test results.
Work Environment & Schedule

• Hybrid role with a combination of remote work and on-site support every 4 to 6 weeks and as needed to support program operations at partner schools within Yuma county Arizona.
• Standard business hours (MST) with occasional flexibility needed to support school schedules and program activities.
• The Program Operations Coordinator must have the physical mobility to navigate diverse school campuses and classrooms and the stamina to stand, walk, or sit for extended periods during school site visits. Additionally, the candidate must be able to lift and transport program materials weighing up to 25 lbs to support on-site logistics and school campus needs.
• Blueprint will provide necessary technology equipment to support remote work functions.

Compensation & Benefits
Salary Range: $50,000-$55,000 annually, commensurate with experience. Paid bi-weekly
Health & Welfare Benefits Blueprint covers 100% of monthly premiums for individual medical, dental, and vision coverage, with benefits beginning on your first day of employment. Full-time employees also receive 100% employer-paid Basic Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Short Term Disability (STD), and Long Term Disability (LTD) coverage through Mutual of Omaha.
Retirement Employees may contribute to a 401(k)/Roth plan after completing three months of service.
Paid Leave: Blueprint offers a comprehensive paid leave package that includes paid vacation and sick leave. Employees also receive 14 paid holidays each year, as well as a paid Winter Wellness Break between Christmas Day and New Year's Day.
Professional Growth Full-time employees receive a $500 Professional Development Fund each fiscal year (July 1 - June 30), available after 90 days of continuous employment. Additionally, Blueprint has partnered with Boston University's Wheelock College of Education & Human Development to offer a 33% tuition discount toward an online or on-campus Master of Education (EdM) or Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study.
Travel Reimbursement Mileage reimbursement is provided for all approved work-related travel at the current IRS standard mileage rate.
Blueprint Schools Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.