Program Coordinator

The 49ers STEM Leadership Institute (SLI), created in partnership with the San Francisco 49ers, the Silicon Valley Education Foundation (SVEF), and the Santa Clara Unified School District (SCUSD), is a six-year program that will prepare students with high academic potential to be outstanding.

SLI began in Summer 2014 with a cohort of 60 incoming seventh-grade students. A new cohort of 60 incoming seventh graders is selected through a competitive application process each year, and students advance with their cohort to the next grade level. By the end of the six-year rollout process, there will be a total of 360 students from grades 7 – 12 involved in the program, located at two state-of-the-art digital fabrication labs at Cabrillo Middle School and Santa Clara High School in the Santa Clara Unified School District. Students complete a rigorous college preparatory curriculum, engage in STEM projects and competitions, and participate annually in 300+ hours of additional learning time. 

Position Overview

The Program Coordinator plays a key role in managing the day-to-day operations and long-term projects of the 49ers STEM Leadership Institute (SLI), including admissions, data systems, instructional support, communications, project management, and administrative coordination. This role is ideal for a highly organized, detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced, innovative educational setting and enjoys working with both systems and students.

Core Projects & Responsibilities

Admissions & Recruitment

Goal: Oversee a transparent, inclusive, and effective admissions process for students in grades 6–10.

• Lead and manage the entire admissions cycle from September to April for new and transfer applicants, coordinating all stages of the admissions process.
  

  • Create an annual admissions calendar and manage timelines for outreach, applications, interviews, selection, and onboarding.

  • Manage and maintain accurate admissions records (students data, application materials)

  • Partner with teachers to align student selection criteria with program goals and priorities. 

  • Communicate regularly with families, counselors, and district staff.
    

• Support student recruitment efforts through info sessions, outreach events, and promotional materials.
  
  

Communications & Outreach

Goal: Increase program visibility and community engagement through strong communications and partnerships.

• Coordinate with SCUSD communications staff on admissions and program announcements.

• Contribute to newsletters, email campaigns, and website updates.

• Organize outreach events and counselor briefings at feeder middle schools.

• Facilitate visits and partnerships with industry professionals, postsecondary institutions, and STEM organizations.
  
  

Data & Systems Management

Goal: Maintain and analyze accurate student and program data for continuous improvement, reporting, and compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain data collection calendars and tracking systems.

• Monitor and clean data related to demographics and enrollment.

• Design and update internal dashboards and external reports for leadership and funders. (excel/google sheets familiarity)

• Manage student, parent, and staff surveys and compile actionable insights.

• Prepare data for compliance and reporting to stakeholders.

• Serve as the main contact for supporting directors and program managers with data-related needs.
  
  

Program Operations & Event Management

Goal: Ensure effective execution of events and internal program systems.

• Coordinate logistics for:

  • Competitions and showcases

  • Field trips and student events

  • External visits and partnerships

• Track and manage timelines, tasks, and event deliverables.

• Provide on-site and behind-the-scenes support for event needs (including some weekends).
  
  

Administrative & Project Management

Goal: Strengthen overall program efficiency through streamlined operations and clear project execution.

• Lead and support internal project planning meetings, agendas, and documentation. 

• Track deliverables across program initiatives and adjust timelines as needed. 

• Manage files, forms, records, and workflows for both digital and physical documentation.

• Support calendar coordination, scheduling, and cross-functional communications

Student Supervision & Instructional Support

Goal: Support student learning and enrichment.

• Supervise students during Extended Hours, events, and field trips 

• Assist with project-based lessons, labs, and makerspace activities

Required Qualifications:

• Strong administrative, clerical, and documentation skills  

• Excellent organizational and project management abilities 

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, and related data tools 

• Experience with survey tools, data visualization, and report generation 

• Familiarity with tools such as FormAssembly, Formstack, SurveyMonkey, Salesforce Education Cloud, and Student Information Systems 

• Ability to manage multiple projects independently and meet deadlines 

• Experience coordinating events and managing educational data systems

• Comfortable working with youth in educational or enrichment settings

• Professional discretion in handling sensitive student and program data

• Proficiency with Google Workspace, Google Classroom, and basic web content editors

• Background in STEM education, youth programming, or nonprofit environments

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with tools such as FormAssembly, Formstack, SurveyMonkey, Salesforce Education Cloud, and Student Information Systems

• Familiarity with Google Classroom

• Experience with Canva

• Background in STEM education, youth programming, or nonprofit environments

Location/ Work Schedule

This is a 40 hour a week position, with 5 days in-person from Cabrillo Middle School and Santa Clara High School with frequent visits to the SVEF office in San Jose, CA. Schedule subject to change based on business needs and priorities.

Preferred Start Date and Salary Parameters

Position available immediately, SVEF offers a very competitive salary and benefits for the Bay Area commensurate with experience.

SVEF is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, and disability, or other legally protected status.