Elementary Education Coordinator

Streets Ministries is a 501c(3) nonprofit organization with sites located in some of Memphis’ toughest neighborhoods. Founded in 1987, STREETS nowservesnearly 450 students a day providing opportunities and resources to help them find their path to academic, spiritual,and physical achievement. For more information, please visit our website athttps://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

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Site Director

STREETS Ministries is looking for a caring, organized, and relationship-centered Elementary Education Coordinator to help elementary students grow in confidence as readers and learners. In this full-time role, you will lead programs that support 2nd and 3rd grade students through age-appropriate books, curriculum, tutoring, volunteer encouragement, and meaningful connections with families, schools, and the neighborhood community.

This isa great opportunity for someone who enjoys helping children feel seen, supported, and capable; who can bring structure and warmth to programming; and who wants to be part of a ministry committed to walking alongside students and families in Memphis.

• Lead after school and summer literacy programming with care, consistency, and creativity.
• Help 2nd and 3rd grade students build stronger reading skills through tutoring, reading sessions, age-appropriate materials, and supportive follow‑up.
• Recruit, train, encourage, and match volunteers and interns so they are prepared to serve students well.
• Create a welcoming program environment where students are known by name, encouraged toward positive choices, and invited into meaningful activities.
• Build strong relationships with families, partner schools, volunteers, staff, and neighborhood community members.
• Prepare program materials, coordinate needed resources, and ensure tools and devices are ready before programs begin.
• Plan and host two monthly gospel‑centered Block Party events for elementary students.
• Track student participation, update weekly records, enter data in Salesforce, and share monthly program updates.
• Manage the annual elementary program budget and complete other role‑related duties as needed.

• A heart for the mission of STREETS Ministries and a desire to support students, families, and communities with humility and consistency.
• Experience in elementary education, tutoring, after‑school programming, youth ministry, or a related setting.
• A college degree is preferred.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English, preferred.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work well with students, parents and guardians, volunteers, schools, and community partners.
• A dependable, organized approach to planning, follow‑through, records, and program details.
• Comfortable engaging with students and families in neighborhood, school, and program settings.
• Ability to work independently while staying connected to a collaborative team.
• Agreement with STREETS Ministries’ Statement of Faith.
• Authorization to work in the United States and ability to pass a background check.
• Availability for occasional evening or weekend events, ability to occasionally lift 10 to 25 pounds, and ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and climb as needed to perform the essential functions of the job.

This role serves in youthprogram,office,school,and neighborhood settings. The Elementary Education Coordinator spends time on school campuses for lunches, programs, projects, and events, and travels locally for program‑related activities as needed.

At STREETS Ministries, you will be part of a team committed to helping every child feel seen, supported, and hopeful. In this role, you will help engage, encourage, and equip youth to discover their God-given purpose while helping ignite a flame of hope in every child every day. If you are energized by working with children, equipping volunteers, partnering with families and schools, and helping young learners grow, we wouldloveto hear from you.

In compliance with applicable law, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position. All duties must be performed according to STREETS safety protocols. This job description outlines the primary responsibilities, duties, and qualifications for the role and is not intended to be exhaustive. Employees may be asked to complete other related duties as needed.