Job Description
We want YOU here! Sioux Falls School District partners with community providers in a Community Learning Center (CLC) model for after school and summer enrichment programs. The collaborative program, located in elementary schools, provides a safe, licensed environment for students with embedded learning opportunities, enhancement activities, and a focus on developing skills that will last a lifetime.
School-based after school and summer enrichment programs are managed by a lead agency and supported by a governing structure within the Sioux Falls School District. The programs follow a unified standard for operating to ensure consistency and continuity among locations.
The complementary learning environment provides exceptional quality care while enhancement activities and interest clubs offer students opportunities to engage in STEM, sports, dance, cooking, life-skill development, and more. Homework help and directed tutoring programs extend learning beyond the school day.
Learn more about the Community Learning Center at https://www.sf.k12.sd.us/page/after-schoolJob Duties & Requirements EDUCATION LEVEL : | Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in business, communications, public relations, philanthropic studies, or a related field |
EXPERIENCE DESIRED : | Minimum of 2 years experience working in grant writing. |
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS : | Hand-eye/mind-eye coordination, hearing; intermittent filing, grasping, holding, indexing, inserting, keyboarding, repetitive use of wrists, hands and fingers, opening, reaching, removing, scheduling, sitting, sorting, speaking, stamping, standing, stapling, stooping, typing, walking, and writing. |
OTHER REQUIREMENTS : | Detail, goal, and team-oriented with strong written communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to manage their time effectively. |
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Essential Functions & DutiesThe Grant Specialist is responsible for supporting the growth and development of the CLC to further the impact we can make on students, families, and our community through the cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of grant and charitable funding. - Research grants from private, local, state, and federal institutions.
- Write grant proposals to convince charitable, financial, and government institutions to fund the CLC.
- Monitor grants for compliance, and assess and monitor terms and conditions.
- Provide grant information to the Enhancement team.
- Disseminate information to funding sources and program participants.
- Promptly, follow up with institutions with acknowledgments and other correspondence.
- Perform duties as assigned.
- Successfully advances CLC initiatives.
Salary ScheduleLevel LX - Starting at $25.60 per hour
Pay DayLast working day of each month.
FTE1.0 FTE, 40 hours per week, 12 months
Calendar2024-2025 12 Month Classified Calendar Benefit InformationBenefits (only for positions 20 hours per week or more)
Current District EmployeesAll current District employees interested in applying must complete an application.
Post-Offer Criminal Background Check RequiredTechnical assistance about completing an online application can be directed to:
Technical HelpRelay Services for Deaf or Hard of Hearing: Dial 711, then the desired number
Primary Location: Community Learning Center
Salary Range: $25.60 / Hour
Shift Type: Full-Time