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About the Role

Special Projects Coordinators (SPCs) execute key logistics and provide operational support that enable students and teachers alike to flourish. The SPC is the executor of various school systems including assessments, facilities, student food service, staff & student technology, and event planning.

Responsibilities

• Execute family and student events, such as Report Card Conferences.
• Manage internal quarterly assessments and state assessments, ensuring state testing compliance and regulations are followed.
• Coordinate student food systems, including meal dispersal and vendor partnerships.
• Oversee student and staff technology.
• Manage school visual décor and aesthetics to create a welcoming environment.
• Coordinate transportation systems.
• Support extra-curricular activities, enrichment programs, and field trips.
• Undertake other projects and new initiatives to support operations and student achievement.

Requirements

• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain a calm, professional demeanor under pressure.
• Experience in large project oversight from planning to execution with accountability for results.
• Strong digital literacy skills, including database management and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Prior project management and/or office-based customer service experience.
• Strong time management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• 1 to 3 years of teaching or school administrative office experience.
• Spanish-speaking skills strongly preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree required.

Skills

• Communication
• Interpersonal Skills
• Project Management
• Digital Literacy
• Database Management
• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)
• Time Management
• Customer Service

Location

• Boston
• Camden
• New York City
• Newark
• Rochester

Work Type

• Full-time

Experience Level

• 1-3 years

Education Level

• Bachelor's degree

Salary/Compensations

• $23.77 to $31.13 per hour

Benefits

• Generous paid time off (sick time, holidays, 10 weeks of paid breaks).
• Extensive training and development.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Pre-tax flexible spending accounts (FSA, DCFSA).
• Health savings accounts (HSA).
• 403(b) retirement savings program with employer match.
• Paid leave of absence options (parental, medical, disability).
• Mental health and counseling support.
• Wellness benefits.

About the Company

• Uncommon Schools is a nonprofit network of high-performing public charter schools dedicated to providing an exceptional K-12 education in economically disadvantaged communities.
• We are committed to closing the college completion gap and preparing every student for college and beyond.
• Our students consistently exceed national benchmarks.
• We invest deeply in our educators, offering weekly coaching, feedback, and professional development.

Equal Opportunity

• Uncommon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
• Individuals with disabilities receive all privileges and benefits associated with employment and are provided reasonable accommodations for the interview process and to perform core job functions.