Youth Program Coordinator Jobs in Springfield, MA

Description
Job ID # N130-2627
Posting Date: August 5, 2026
Closing Date: August 18, 2026
POSITION: Magnet Program Coordinator
REPORTS TO: School Principal
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Magnet Program Coordinator provides leadership in implementing the school's approved Magnet Grant by coordinating theme-based programming, instructional partnerships, student recruitment, community engagement, and school-wide magnet initiatives. Working collaboratively with the principal, teachers, district departments, and community partners, the Coordinator ensures fidelity to the school's magnet theme while supporting increased student achievement, enrollment, innovation, and family engagement.
The Coordinator is responsible for supporting requests from the Enrollment and Choice Office pertaining to grants, enrollment, and acceptance processes. At the school level, the Coordinator oversees the development and implementation of the onboarding process by being accessible to prospective students and families, tracking and collecting data, and preparing reports on enrollment and outreach activities.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Strategic Planning and Development
Support the development of comprehensive strategic plans for magnet school recruitment and enrollment, ensuring alignment with district educational objectives and school needs
Community and Stakeholder Engagement

• Develop marketing and outreach strategies to promote magnet school programs to students, parents, and community stakeholders
• Organize information sessions, school tours, and recruitment events to showcase magnet school offerings
• Establish and maintain partnerships with local businesses, universities, and community organizations to support magnet programs
• Gather and analyze feedback from students, parents, teachers, and administrators to continuously improve magnet school programs as well as the lottery, acceptance, and onboarding process.

Resource Allocation and Management

• Manage budgetary processes for magnet school recruitment
• Identify and secure grant funding and additional resources to support innovative magnet school programs
• Develop comprehensive reporting mechanisms to track program performance and resource effectiveness

Compliance and Quality Assurance

• Maintain detailed documentation of program development, implementation, and outcomes
• Conduct regular program audits to ensure grant implementation and recruitment efforts are effective
• Stay current with educational policies, regulations, and best practices relevant to magnet school programming

QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS/ABILITIES OF IDEAL CANDIDATE:
• Bachelor's degree in education, marketing, public relations, or related field
• Experience in program development, preferably in urban school districts
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex, multifaceted initiatives
• Strategic thinking and innovative problem-solving
• Strong project management capabilities
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Data-driven decision-making approach
• Ability to work collaboratively across diverse teams and stakeholder groups
• Advanced technological proficiency
• Cultural competency and commitment to educational equity
• Ability to coordinate recruitment efforts and attend recruitment events that may occur outside the school day, including evenings and weekends
• Perform other duties as assigned
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Experience with magnet school or specialized educational program design
• Bilingual capabilities
• Grant writing and fundraising experience
• Background in data analysis
CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Current Connecticut certification as a Teacher with Highly Qualified Status in appropriate grade levels, preferred but not required
SALARY AND TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
This non-bargaining position has a 12-Month work year. Occasional evening and weekend work for community events and meetings is required. Travel within the school district is also required. Salary is commensurate with education and experience. The salary range for this position is $60,000-$70,000 (Grant Funded)
EVALUATION: Evaluated Annually
Union Affiliation: Not Applicable/Non Bargaining
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
All internal applicants must submit an online application.
To apply, go to: http://www.applitrack.com/hartford/onlineapp/
Or go to www.hartfordschools.org and follow the appropriate link.
Position Subject to Available Funding
An Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/V/D
Benefits
Hartford Public Schools (Hartford, Connecticut) is a diverse community of educators and approximately 16,000 students attending 39 distinctive magnet, community, and neighborhood schools located in Connecticut's capital city. Our values are excellence, equity, inclusiveness, collaboration, transparency, and continuous improvement. Our mission is to provide all students with the learning and support needed to succeed in school and life, and our shared vision is that all students will graduate prepared to transform our world.
"Set the bar. Meet the bar. Exceed the bar. Raise the bar!" is the motto of Hartford Public Schools' Superintendent and CEO, Andrae Townsel. We are committed to continuous improvement, knowing that consistent growth toward abundant academic proficiency and excellence will raise the bar for our students in Hartford.
Achieving this vision requires exceptional professionals who share our commitment to every student. In HPS, we recruit and select diverse individuals who are committed to our instructional vision : to develop students' academic, social, and emotional capacities and growth within the classroom and beyond. If this resonates with you and you're passionate about empowering students to reach their full potential, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to explore opportunities with Hartford Public Schools. Passion and purpose thrive here!
We Value Our Staff...And It Shows
Hartford Public Schools is seeking excellent candidates and wants to provide the best experience for you. We have put together a comprehensive package of benefits and incentives for full-time staff.
Incentives and Benefits
• Competitive salary
• Tuition reimbursement
• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance
• Professional development and job growth
• Employee perks (discounted tuition, tickets, etc.)
Join HPS & REPRESENT
Hartford Public Schools acknowledges that systems of injustice exist in our nation and our community. Our district is committed to addressing systemic barriers and creating a culture of equity that benefits all students. We are committed to recruiting, developing, and retaining a diverse team of culturally competent educators. We strive to have our team reflect the diverse perspectives of our families and community so that we can work together to overcome obstacles, close opportunity gaps, and prepare our students for continuous success.
HPS is a diverse community of scholars and staff-racially, socioeconomically, culturally, and beyond. Among our students, 86 languages are spoken, and 25% of our student population are Multilingual Learners. Over 85% of our students are students of color. At Hartford Public Schools, we work deliberately to recruit and hire staff from various backgrounds and from our local community-26% of our staff reside in Hartford. Among our teaching staff, 28% identify as Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC), compared to approximately 12% statewide.
HPS has career opportunities of all kinds in all of our schools. Come represent your community, your culture, and what's possible for our amazing students. When you work here, it's not just about making a living-it's about making a difference. And you don't just earn a paycheck-you earn lifelong respect.
Hartford is The Place to Be
The state of Connecticut is located on the northeastern seaboard. Hartford is within an hour's drive of the coastline and is centrally located between New York City and Boston. Hartford is one of America's oldest and most historic cities, made up of 17 unique neighborhoods rich in history and diversity. It is commonly known as the "insurance capital" due to its prominence beginning in the 19th century as home to many of the nation's most prestigious insurance companies, many of which still call Hartford home today. The city features world-class museums, entertainment, and sports venues and is home to several major companies. An array of restaurants reflecting cuisines from around the world attracts people from far and wide, and more than 200 arts, heritage, and cultural organizations in the Hartford region provide hundreds of events year-round. In addition, several universities and colleges are located in Hartford and the surrounding towns, offering easy access to advanced degree programs.
Want to learn more about opportunities in HPS? Join one of our monthly virtual information sessions .
An Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/V/D