COORDINATOR II - EXTENDED LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES

Basic Function:

The Extended Learning Opportunities School Counselor supports projects within Extended Learning Opportunities that promote summer academic enrichment, credit recovery/acceleration, and alternative programs.

The Office of Human Resources is accepting applications for the following position through, Thursday, October 02, 2025. A current resume must be attached to the completed application. Additionally, all applicants, including employees, must submit transcripts confirming Degrees (unofficial transcripts can be submitted, however, official transcripts will be required upon hire). If you are unable to attach these documents electronically, you must notify human resources that you are sending hard copies. Caution: When attaching documents to the application, be sure the documents are legible. If the documents cannot be read, your application may be disqualified from consideration. If you are selected for the next stage of the interview process, you will be contacted via email to submit three electronic professional references. Identified references will receive an online reference check to complete. No applications or application materials will be accepted after the deadline date. Appointment is subject to a criminal background check, a drug/alcohol test, and credential verification. For further information or any questions, please call Lynise Thompson, Office of Human Resources at (414) 475-8224 or email at thompsl@milwaukee.k12.wi.us.

Physical Demands:

• General office environment, must be able to handle light lifting, occasional standing, and bending

Job Requirements:

Educational Requirements:

• Master's Degree In School Counseling or Educational Leadership.
• At least five years of school counseling or programming experience.
• An administrator's license or the ability to obtain within two years of appointment

Experience Requirements:

• Experience developing reports and automated data processes
• Understanding of budget, contracts, and grant management.
• Proven leadership skills
• Strong organizational and analytical skills
• Interpersonal skills that ensure effective teamwork
• Experience leading teams and managing budgets

Working Environment:

• Typical office or school environment
• Position may be required to work additional hours, outside of the normal business day as a regular part of the job
• Position will require the ability to travel between multiple locations

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan and promote extended learning opportunities through publications, website, and social media.
• Collect and maintain data, compile statistics, keep records, and prepare required reports related to credit recovery, alternative programs, and summer school.
• Collaborates with various departments, curriculum areas, and community partners lo support implementation of ELO programming.
• Collaborate with district and school leaders to support the use of the district Graduation progress report, which includes an early warning system to identify students in need of additional support.
• Organize and maintain effective communication between partnering agencies, community members, the school, and district staff.
• Provides guidance and professional development for staff to increase understanding and capacity to implement meaningful, high-quality experiences for students.
• Ensures compliance with relevant state and district policies and practices, particularly regarding alternative education, graduation standards, student transcripts, and data entry in the district information systems.
• Gather and document business requirements (Standard Operating Procedures) for district-wide distribution of resources.
• Develop, build, and support reporting processes for extended learning opportunities.
• Develop, build, and maintain automated data processes.
• Proctor student exams and assist with student enrollment related to alternative programs.
• Independently manage time, priorities, budget, records, and required paperwork while meeting deadlines.
• Monitor and support equitable access and participation of different student groups participating in extended learning opportunities.
• Work collaboratively across departments and offices on extended learning projects.
• Successfully lead project teams through the completion of projects.
• Attend required staff and district meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

The salary range is $81,506.82-$117,444.33(12 months/260 days)

The Milwaukee Public Schools does not discriminate in its programs, activities, facilities, employment, or educational opportunities on the basis of a person's sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, or disability. Reasonable accommodations requested by qualified individuals with disabilities will be made in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2008.

In accordance with Wisconsin Statutes, every applicant for a position with Milwaukee Public Schools will be subject to the open records law. Any applicant not wishing to have his/her identity released, must submit a written statement to that effect to the Office of Human Resources. The identities of all "final candidates" may be released. Milwaukee Public Schools reserves the right to interview the best qualified candidates.