Harlem Children's Zone·New York
The Parent Coordinator builds and maintains connections between families and the school to foster a welcoming and supportive environment. They facilitate parent meetings, manage school communications, and assist with recruitment and enrollment processes.
Harlem Children’s Zone (HCZ) Promise Academy – top-performing K-12 charter schools within HCZ’s cradle-to-career pathway of comprehensive services – seek a Parent Coordinator for the 2026-2027 school year!
The Parent Coordinator will bring a passion for the goal of HCZ Promise Academy: to get all our scholars to and through college.
The ideal candidate cares deeply about children, respects the culture of Harlem’s residents, and is eager to make an impact in our community and beyond.
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Who you are We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Parent Coordinator to build and maintain connections with parents and families, and involve them in the broader school community.
The Parent Coordinator works closely with the parents, administrators, school staff, teachers, and children to help make HCZ Promise Academy a model school that prepares our children for college.
The core responsibility will be to create a welcoming and supportive environment for parents, and act as the first line of communication for our families.
The Parent Coordinator must be an effective communicator who can develop positive, professional relationships with all constituencies.
The ideal candidate will bring a passion for the mission of Promise Academy and HCZ, an understanding and respect for the culture of all residents of Harlem, and experience working in a school setting with a love for children.
What you’ll do Increase parent involvement in the school by working closely with all school, parent, HCZ, and community organizations Create a welcoming school environment for parents Serve as facilitator for parent and school community concerns Convene regular parent meetings and events around topics of key concern for parents Assist in the recruitment and enrollment process Create periodic newsletters/calendars and coordinate communication with parents Organize Back-to-School, Report Card Night, and other parent events Coordinate parent workshops and seek opportunities for parents to further develop skills Coordinate field trips Perform other duties as assigned Schedule 12-month position Must be available to work flexible hours (after hours, weekends, and holidays as needed) Bachelor’s degree At least 2 years of administrative experience preferably in an urban school setting Ability to think critically and strategically Excellent writing and communication skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Outlook Understanding of the Harlem community a plus To achieve these exceptional outcomes, we hire the best and brightest educators and administrators and offer one of the most competitive benefits packages in the industry.
We believe they earn it and deserve it.
Our exceptional benefits include: Highly competitive base salaries Up to $10,000 in Student Loan Forgiveness Paid time off Employee referral bonus Career advancement No-cost health insurance Life Insurance Short-and long-term disability Legal Insurance Wellness discounts Commuter benefits Financial wellness perks Additional Benefits (Discounts on flights, hotels, theme parks, concert tickets, and more.) The salary range for Parent Coordinators is $45,000 to $50,000.
Salaries are determined based on years of relevant experience, certification, and education level.
Replies will only be sent to qualified applicants.
Harlem Children's Zone does not provide work visas for candidates who require employer sponsorship for work authorization in the United States.
Harlem Children’s Zone is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree and possess at least two years of administrative experience, preferably in an urban school setting. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and strong communication skills are required for this role.
Market context
In New York, Elementary School Parent Coordinator roles often draw candidates with school-based administrative experience and strong family-facing communication skills. This role is competitive because schools typically look for a bachelor’s degree, Microsoft Office proficiency, and experience in an urban setting, while benefits such as health insurance, paid time off, and disability coverage can add to applicant interest. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then tailor your application to show direct experience supporting families and school operations.
