OVERVIEW

The mission of the Community Care Club (CCC), which is associated with Community Roots Academy (CRA) public K-8 charter school, is to provide children ages four years and nine months through 14 years old with quality enrichment activities before and after school, as well as with full-day camps during the fall, winter, spring and summer breaks. All of our programs are conducted in a safe, educational and fun environment. We encourage our children to explore their potential through project-based learning, creativity and play.

The Sustainability Coordinator develops, maintains and implements school sustainability practices. The Coordinator is responsible for communicating initiatives-related activities and participating in special events. The Coordinator is responsible for providing a rich and engaging garden learning experience for students and organizing daily activities within the organization(s).

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Coordinate, develop and implement sustainability practices
Coordinate school-wide sustainability initiatives and education
Develop and maintain documentation of sustainability initiatives; photos, blog, videos
Additional responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor in relation to sustainability and garden education
Ability to work effectively with children, teachers, staff and parents
Ability to resolve conflict and manage challenging behaviors in a positive and constructive manner
Collaborate with staff and administrators to enhance the school’s sustainability initiatives
Builds involvement in and commitment to the school sustainability initiatives within the school community, including teachers, administrators, students, parents and community volunteers
Maintain strong student management practices to create a positive and productive learning environment
Works proactively, independently and collaboratively
Adaptable and innovative approach to hands-on lesson facilitation
Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

High school graduate or equivalent
Knowledge of sustainability, environmental science
Minimum of 2 years of facilitation or teaching experience; outdoor group management experience preferred.

QUALIFICATIONS

Must pass fingerprint clearance, TB test, pre-employment physical, and provide immunization record of measles and pertussis vaccines.
Must complete required trainings upon Hire: CPR, First Aid, Mandated Reporter, Sexual Harassment and Pest Management.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL & ABILITIES

Child development principles and age-appropriate activities for K–8th grade
Playground and classroom safety standards, including California Community Care Licensing regulations
Positive behavior support and conflict resolution strategies for school-aged children
Effective communication and relationship-building with children, families, and school staff
Strong leadership and group management abilities with school-aged children
Communicate effectively with a wide variety of personalities
Work cooperatively with others
Maintain professionalism, be flexible, and have a positive attitude
Creative planning and facilitation of age-appropriate clubs, games, and enrichment activities
Conflict resolution and positive behavior reinforcement techniques
Understand, implement, and give oral and written directions in English
Observe health, safety, and child care licensing regulations
Understand and follow oral and written instructions
Observe students and maintain order

WORKING ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, operate a computer, hand-held learning devices and other office equipment, reach with hands and arms, and must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds; speak in audible tones so that others may understand clearly in normal classrooms, outdoors and on the telephone
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to see and observe students; walk and/or stand for extended periods of time; hear and speak to exchange information
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to possess dexterity of hand and fingers; kneel, bend at the waist, sit on the floor, climb stairs, and reach overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally to perform assigned duties; lift light objects.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to speak in audible tones so that others may understand clearly in normal classrooms, outdoors and on the telephone
Duties are normally performed in a school, classroom, playground and/or other outdoor environments
Duties may be performed in seasonal heat, sun, and cold or adverse weather, or on field trips away from school
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

SCHEDULE WORK YEAR

Work Year Calendar: 10.5 month (August 2026 - June 2027)

BENEFITS

403 (b) Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Credit Union Membership
Before and after school childcare

Community Roots Academy is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.

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