CTD Temporary Assistant Coordinator for Summer Program

Department: Temp Center
Salary/Grade: TMP/01

ASSISTANT COORDINATOR (Temporary)

About CTD

The Center for Talent Development (CTD) at Northwestern University exists to serve the gifted community. As a non-profit center within the School of Education and Social Policy at Northwestern University, CTD ensures advanced learners, age 4 - grade 12, receive the education, encouragement and support they need to grow into confident and accomplished lifelong learners.

Job Summary

This Assistant Coordinator position (limited term appointment - 8 months) is primarily responsible for supporting the administration of summer residential and commuter educational programs for academically talented youth in grades 6-12, with significant responsibility for day-to-day operations. This position will: support program logistics management, provide instructional leadership to CTD teachers, and participate in recruitment, hiring, and training activities. The primary assignment may shift based on program needs. This position requires 24/7 on-call availability while the Summer Program is in session (June 27 - August 6, 2027). Some weekend work is also required.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Hiring temporary summer staff, including reviewing applications, interviewing, offering positions and onboarding for instructional and residential staff
• Providing customer support (to parents, instructional staff, etc.) and maintaining good relations with all people and groups associated with the program and the Center assuring a positive representation of the Center;
• Coordinating, as assigned, the training of assigned temporary program staff (instructors, teaching assistants, residential staff, etc.);
• Implementing and managing day-to-day operations of the programs (site set up and on-site facilitation, schedules, supplies & instructional materials, supervision of staff, classroom observations, staff evaluations, handling of issues, etc.);
• Working with the Summer Program Coordinator to procure resources (classrooms, supplies, equipment, etc.);
• Supporting and managing recordkeeping for the program assuring accurate data are readily available such as student and staff files, enrollment information, program documents (includes reviewing, editing and proofing academic documents such as syllabi and narrative evaluations);
• Compiling data to generate reports and analyses to support projects in the Center (enrollment lists, residential lists, staff lists, etc.);
• Attending and preparing for meetings related to the program and the Center to develop skills of self and staff;

Miscellaneous

Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree in education, psychology, STEM, or related field
• 2+ years work experience in an education setting or non-profit educational agency;
• Experience supervising/managing (i.e. staff, student teachers, volunteers)
• Ability to respond appropriately to directions and feedback from supervisor, and interact in a professional manner with peers and subordinates in the organization
• The ability to prioritize, plan, organize, and schedule in an efficient and productive manner with attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A master's degree in education, psychology, curriculum/instructional design, STEM, or related field or the equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired;
• Demonstrated experience working with a population of advanced learners;
• Experience leading training or professional development;
• Experience with a CRM (such as Salesforce).

Position Details:

Position involves a M-F business day schedule plus the following requirements. During the six weeks of the summer program, the position requires 24/7-on-call availability, weekend work, and extended work-day hours. The summer programs are based on Northwestern's Evanston campus.

• Position is scheduled to start February 15, 2027 and end September 30, 2027

Salary Details:

This is a temporary 8-month project appointment (February - September). Salary range is $4,700-$5,000 monthly, commensurate with experience. This position is not benefits-eligible, beyond NU's Voluntary Savings Plan

Benefits:

At Northwestern, we are proud to provide meaningful and competitive benefits. The available benefits package for this position will include health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; paid vacation and holidays; paid medical/sick and parental leave; tuition benefits for the employee and dependents; pre-tax and flex spending accounts for commuting and dependent care; generous retirement savings options; and wellness programs. For a comprehensive overview of available benefits, including eligibility details, visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/index.html to learn more.

Work-Life and Wellness:
Northwestern offers comprehensive programs and services to help you and your family navigate life's challenges and opportunities, and adopt and maintain healthy lifestyles.
We support flexible work arrangements where possible and programs to help you locate and pay for quality, affordable childcare and senior/adult care. Visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/work-life/index.html to learn more.

Professional Growth & Development:
Northwestern supports employee career development in all circumstances whether your workspace is on campus or at home. If you're interested in developing your professional potential or continuing your formal education, we offer a variety of tools and resources. Visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/learning/index.html to learn more.

Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics, including disability and veteran status. View Northwestern's non-discrimination statement. Job applicants who wish to request an accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance. View additional information on the accommodations process.