Company Description
Metanoia is an established leader in asset-based community development in the Charleston region. We seek to support the development of a community that enjoys a sense of belonging, where we uphold each other, and where we find comfort in shared life experiences. We do this by seeking out and honing the unique assets that exist within the community. We listen to each other’s needs, helping to shape next-generation leaders, building affordable housing, and facilitating greater job opportunities.
Why work for Metanoia? We believe everyone has the inherent right to live well, in the places they love and call home. But like too many other historically marginalized communities, the assets within it — including its people, places and partnerships — are often undervalued or even unrecognized. Over time, this can create a sense of diminished possibilities. Metanoia is here to help reverse this trend by seeking out the unique assets that exist within the community and building on those strengths. When we invest in each other in this way, we can open hearts and minds to all that’s possible, inspiring a belief that we can all live in this place, and live well.
Job Summary
The Site Coordinator manages the day-to-day operations and serves as the supervisor for one CDF Freedom Schools program site (up to 100 scholars). This is a leadership position with responsibilities that include supervising Servant Leader Interns, providing daily feedback to the Freedom School team, including staff, parents, partners, guests, management and behavioral support while ensuring smooth implementation of the daily schedule.
The Site Coordinator is expected to be a model of excellence and uphold the fidelity of the CDF Freedom Schools way alongside the Servant Leader Interns, staff, scholars, and families. The Site Coordinator should be committed to the program's goals, able to work with all program constituents, and be familiar with the community's culture and dynamics.
The Site Coordinator has the opportunity to participate in professional development and networking at the CDF Freedom Schools Ella Baker Child Policy Training Institute in Knoxville, Tennessee. This leadership program is designed to strengthen skills in direct service and advocacy for children and families.
More about Metanoia Freedom School. We are proud to offer this outstanding, nationally recognized program for the 19th year to scholars who attend Chicora Elementary and live in Chicora or surrounding neighborhoods.
Nature and Scope
Children’s Defense Fund envisions a nation where marginalized children flourish, leaders prioritize their well-being, and communities wield the power to ensure they thrive.
The CDF Freedom Schools® program provides summer and after-school enrichment through a research-based and multicultural curriculum that supports children and families through comprehensive, holistic development. It fosters environments where young people believe in their ability to make a difference in themselves, their families, schools, communities, country, and world with hope, education, and action.
To learn more about Children's Defense Fund Freedom Schools (CDF) and Metanoia's Freedom School program please follow the links for more information.
Children's Defense Fund Freedom Schools
Engaging the Whole Family at Metanoia Freedom School
Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills or Abilities
Must have completed at least one year of College.
It is recommended that the Site Coordinator has prior experience as a CDF Freedom Schools Servant Leader Intern and demonstrates the ability to lead and model servant leadership within an intergenerational staff.
Prior experience as a Servant Leader Intern at a CDF Freedom Schools site is preferred.
Knowledge
Possesses a strong understanding of the Harambee structure, songs, and cultural elements, and applies them effectively.
Demonstrates knowledge of the CDF Freedom Schools model and the Harambee framework.
Familiarity with program operations, training coordination, and implementation processes.
Applies servant leadership principles and effective team supervision practices.
Skills
Collaborate with site leadership to recruit, hire, train, and manage staff
Partner with site leadership to recruit children and families, prioritizing those from our most vulnerable populations.
Coordinate with site leadership to plan and facilitate local pre- and post-training sessions.
Submit all required documents, data reports, and evaluations in a timely manner.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong leadership and management skills to lead and motivate an intergenerational staff.
Ability to translate a strategic plan into effective implementation.
Effectively motivates others, maintains attention to detail, and leads long-term planning efforts.
Abilities
Attend all required trainings and ensure all program staff attend and complete required trainings.
Maintain the safety and well-being of all staff and scholars through clear communication and enforcement of policies.
Lead daily Harambee sessions with high energy and enthusiasm, actively engaging and motivating all participants.
Model positive behavior, professionalism, and a mature demeanor.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Ability to attend all mandatory trainings and meetings as required by the CDF Freedom Schools national staff, including the following national trainings:
March 19, 2026 - March 21, 2026 - Virtual Training
May 26, 2026 - May 29, 2026 Pre-Training - In-Person (North Charleston, SC)
June 2, 2026 - June 7, 2026 - National Training - In-Person Training (Travel to Knoxville, Tennessee)
June 9, 2026 - June 12, 2026 - Post Training - In-Person Training (North Charleston, SC)
Compensation Starting at $22/hour, based on experience
Benefits
Paid Holidays
Seasonal, Full-time