Enrichment Coordinator

Position Type:
Adult Education

Date Posted:
1/23/2026

Location:
WERACE/Adult Ed
SUMMARY/GOAL OF THE POSITION:
Western Connecticut Regional Adult & Continuing Education (WERACE) is launching an inaugural enrichment program to provide adult learners with engaging, community-based classes that support personal development, creativity, and lifelong learning during the fall 2026 semester. The Enrichment Coordinator will play a pivotal role in designing and launching this new initiative. The Coordinator will be responsible for developing course offerings, building partnerships with local businesses and teaching artists, and overseeing the first-year implementation of the enrichment program.

This position offers an opportunity to build a new program from the ground up, positively impacting the adult learner community across the WERACE region.

ESSENTIAL TASKS OF THE POSITION (Illustrative not inclusive):

• Research, design, and curate a diverse catalog of non-credit enrichment classes (e.g., arts, wellness, personal finance, technology, language, and life skills).
• Develop proposed schedules, locations, pricing structures, and delivery models for enrichment offerings.
• Recruit, vet, and onboard qualified instructors, teaching artists, and facilitators aligned with WERACE's mission.
• Build and maintain partnerships with local organizations, businesses, and community stakeholders to support enrichment programming.
• Coordinate class logistics including space reservations, materials, equipment needs, and enrollment tracking.
• Collaborate with administrative staff to manage class rosters, payments (when applicable), and participant communications.
• Collect and review participant feedback and enrollment data to assess program effectiveness.
• Prepare updates and recommendations reminding leadership on program outcomes, refinements, and long-term sustainability.

KNOWLEDGE,

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

:

• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple initiatives concurrently.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including relationship-building with diverse community partners.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with staff and leadership.
• Strong problem-solving skills and adaptability in a new program launch environment.
• Comfort working with scheduling tools, outreach platforms, and basic data tracking systems.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in education, community engagement, program coordination, or a related field.
• Experience working in adult education, community education, or enrichment/recreational programming preferred.

SCHEDULE AND COMPENSATION:

• This is a part-time position beginning February 9, 2026 or soon there after. Between February
  - December 2026, the role is expected to average approximately 20 27.5 hours per week; subsequent years are anticipated at approximately 15 20 hours per week.
• Schedule may include evenings and occasional flexible hours based on program needs.
• Compensation ranges from $42.50 $ 60.00 per hour, commensurate with experience.