Project Coordinator
A pioneer in K–12 education since 2000, Amplify is leading the way in next-generation curriculum and assessment. Our core and supplemental programs in ELA, math, and science engage all students in rigorous learning and inspire them to think deeply, creatively, and for themselves. Our formative assessment products help teachers identify the targeted instruction students need to build a strong foundation in early reading and math. All of our programs provide educators with powerful tools that help them understand and respond to the needs of every student. Today, Amplify serves more than 10 million students in all 50 states. For more information, visit amplify.com.
Amplify is seeking a project coordinator to provide support for the development of print and digital products in the K-5 Core Literacy programs. The project coordinator will assist in creating and monitoring schedules primarily in support of the content development, pre-production, and production phases. A successful project coordinator will provide tactical, detail-oriented support to the project management team and the internal cross-functional teams, in alignment with overarching project goals and constraints. This position will also be responsible for day-to-day correspondence with our vendor partners, ensuring all parties are on track to meet deadlines. This is a stepping stone role for someone who is interested in a career in project management.
*This is a contract position.
Responsibilities of the Project Coordinator (Contract):
- Manage day-to-day tasks and deliverables for print and/or digital projects of various sizes
- Understand workflows and dependencies of project components, as well as the roles and responsibilities of the cross-functional teams involved
- Ensure that project schedules are kept up to date and track progress of deliverables against key milestones
- Facilitate file handoffs to internal and external partners
- Assist the project management team with documenting risks, issues, decisions and change management
- Attend relevant status meetings, take notes and follow up on action items
- Review vendor estimates and invoices against the work completed
- Make recommendations for process improvements where appropriate
Basic Qualifications of the Project Coordinator (Contract):
- 2+ years of experience in a project coordination or similar role
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent organization and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks across multiple competing projects
Preferred Qualifications of the Project Coordinator (Contract):
- Experience working on projects in the educational publishing industry
- Ability to confidently communicate with stakeholders at varying levels of an organization
- Keen interest in a career in project management
- Spanish language fluency is a bonus but not required
Compensation:
The hourly rate range for this role is $35 - $40.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. To that end, we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.
Amplify is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.
This position may be funded, in whole or in part, through American Recovery & Reinvestment Act funds.
Amplify Education, Inc. is an E-Verify participant.
If selected, a background check will be required. As required by state and local laws and district policies, you may also be required to provide additional documentation, such as proof of vaccination or submit to enhanced background screening, including fingerprints.