Who We Are 

Zero Dropouts exists to deliver innovative student development opportunities in a way that invites school districts, communities, and students to co-create unique solutions that recognize, foster, and unleash students’ unrealized potential so that their lives are transformed as they thrive in their education and work. 

What We Believe 

We Believe Mysteries are Opportunities. We are inspired to solve the deeply complex mysteries that face our world. Our innovative approach drives us to uncover hidden truths and create tailored solutions that address the unique challenges of our clients and communities.  

We Believe in Anti-Deficit Ideology. Anti-deficit ideology is an approach that focuses on recognizing and valuing the strengths, abilities, and potential of individuals and communities, rather than highlighting their shortcomings or deficiencies.  

We Believe in a Sociocultural Model for Learning. Students develop knowledge and skills through an active learning process that encourages interactions with teachers, peers, and their communities. Educators meet students where they are in their learning journeys, centering student experiences and identities in the process to foster both independent learning and collaboration. 

We Believe in a ‘Power With’ Approach to Relationships. We use a ‘power with’ approach that emphasizes collaboration, mutual support, and collective empowerment in our relationships with youth, partners, and each other. Instead of hierarchical or competitive dynamics, it focuses on sharing power, fostering partnerships, and working together to achieve common goals 

We Believe Organizations are Living Systems. Organizations are not complicated machines and shouldn’t be managed like they are. Organizations are living systems capable of maintaining themselves within boundaries of identity where emergence and resilience are recurring outcomes of their underlying health. 

Who We’re Looking For: 

Zero Dropouts is seeking a dynamic, compassionate Student Engagement Coordinator who is passionate about building meaningful, supportive relationships with students in Greeley-Evans District 6. You’ll play a crucial role in working with students who are struggling to stay connected or have already disengaged from school. As part of this role, you’ll collaborate with students, their families, and a broad network of school staff, community organizations, and external partners to re-engage students in their educational journeys. We are looking for someone who is proactive, deeply understands students' needs, and takes initiative in solving the mysteries of disengagement by creating innovative, nontraditional pathways for re-engagement. 

Who You Are: 

You are a dedicated advocate for students who thrives in relationship-building roles. You excel at proactively identifying students' needs and taking initiative to design personalized, creative solutions. Leveraging principles of empathy and experimentation, you understand each student's unique barriers and create tailored re-engagement strategies. Thinking outside the box, you continuously seek innovative, nontraditional ways to foster student interest through extracurricular activities, service learning, mentorships, and other opportunities. 

Your background includes experience working closely with diverse communities, schools, families, and local organizations to co-create solutions that promote student success. You have a solid foundation in educational roles that emphasize recognizing and leveraging students' strengths, particularly those from marginalized or underserved communities, addressing their academic, social, emotional, and logistical needs with an anti-deficit mindset. 

In positions where advocating for student voice and agency was central—such as youth leadership programs, restorative justice, or peer mentorship initiatives—you have demonstrated the ability to encourage students to actively participate in shaping their educational pathways. Your previous involvement in nontraditional or alternative education environments has allowed you to create or connect students to opportunities outside traditional educational settings, fostering re-engagement through experiential learning, service-learning, or workforce development programs. 

You have a history of proactively solving challenges and taking initiative in student engagement efforts, identifying barriers to education—such as attendance or truancy issues—and developing creative, student-centered solutions. Your experience collecting and analyzing data related to student outcomes, attendance, and engagement informs targeted interventions, whether in roles such as data manager, case coordinator, or student support specialist. 

Your experience working in multicultural settings demonstrates your commitment to cultural competence and ensures that student identities and experiences are central to educational practices.  

Ultimately, you are passionate about fostering a sense of belonging and creating pathways for students to succeed, ensuring they receive the wraparound support they need to thrive in school and beyond. If you are motivated by solving complex challenges, enjoy being part of a collaborative team, and are committed to empowering students to unlock their potential, this role is for you. 

Responsibilities: 

Outreach and Engagement 

• Serve as a trusted partner across Greeley-Evans District 6 high schools to identify students who would benefit from additional outreach and support to engage or reengage in school, using a strengths-based approach to recognize their potential. 
• Build reciprocal, trusting relationships with students, understanding their unique strengths, needs, and aspirations, while collaboratively identifying and addressing barriers to engagement or reengagement. 
• Meet students outside traditional school settings—whether through home visits or at neutral community locations—and provide them with information on the diverse school options within the district. Support them in navigating enrollment processes, ensuring a smooth transition to new schools with a warm handoff to school staff. 
• Collaborate with Zero Dropouts staff to design and implement innovative, nontraditional opportunities such as enrichment activities, extracurricular programs, service learning, postsecondary exploration, mentorships, and community-building experiences that engage even the hardest-to-reach students. 
• Co-create reengagement plans with students, families, and their broader support networks (including community organizations), offering holistic wraparound support to foster their success. 
• Maintain ongoing relationships with students and families who may not yet be ready to return to school, serving as a supportive advisor and maintaining connection until the time is right for re-engagement. 
• Help students design personalized re-engagement plans that address academic, social, emotional, and logistical needs, leveraging their strengths and empowering them to take ownership of their educational journey. 

Data Analysis, Management, and Reporting 

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of student progress, attendance, interventions, and outcomes, using data to reflect each student’s growth and achievements. 
• Track and manage student engagement data in Zero Dropouts and District 6 databases, documenting outreach efforts, case notes, and progress in ways that honor students' identities and strengths. 
• Prepare and present regular reports for leadership within the school district and Zero Dropouts, sharing insights at community and school meetings that promote transparency, student advocacy, and system-wide learning. 

Collaboration and Communication 

• Coordinate student placement within the District 6 ecosystem, ensuring students are placed in educational environments that best align with their individual needs, strengths, and future aspirations. 
• Partner with external community organizations to enhance engagement opportunities, create pathways for wraparound support, and identify community resources that contribute to students’ holistic success. 
• Participate in district and community meetings (such as attendance or truancy meetings) to ensure that student-centered, strengths-based strategies are embedded in all efforts to support students’ engagement. 
• Actively engage in district and community partnerships, participating in events that contribute to program improvements, student recruitment, and the expansion of support ecosystems for youth. 
• Foster transparent and effective communication between students, families, school and district staff, and Zero Dropouts teams, ensuring that students’ strengths, needs, and aspirations are heard, validated, and acted upon. 
• Advocate for students within the district, ensuring their voices, strengths, and needs are at the forefront of decision-making processes and institutional practices. 
• Participate in Zero Dropouts meetings, team-building experiences, and professional development activities that align with organizational values in support of continuous growth and learning. 

Other Duties as Assigned: 

• Stay adaptive and responsive to the evolving needs of the role, the district, and the organization, recognizing that flexibility and resilience are key components of success in a living system. 

Required Qualifications: 

• A passionate and unwavering belief that all youth, regardless of circumstances, possess the potential to overcome barriers, complete high school, and succeed in post-secondary education and employment. 
• Strong, assertive skills to initiate meaningful conversations with students and families about reengagement in school, including through cold calls or in-person outreach. 
• Ability to work independently in various settings, keeping track of progress and outcomes for each student while remaining organized and focused on results. 
• Strong computer skills in Google and Microsoft applications to manage student data and communicate effectively with stakeholders. 
• Strong written and oral communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with both internal teams and external partners such as school administrators and counselors. 
• A commitment to advocating for education as the best option for youth, encouraging them to stay in or return to school by promoting the long-term benefits of education and reengagement. 
• Ability to work collaboratively with internal staff and external partners including Administrators and counselors at local high schools   
• Ability to stay informed and connect students to beneficial resources throughout the Greeley area that support their success. 
• Demonstrated ability to maintain clear and appropriate boundaries with youth while fostering trusting and supportive relationships. 
• A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation with the ability to meet students and families in various locations to provide outreach and support. 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Ability to communicate effectively in both English and Spanish 
• Two or more years of college and/or two years of experience working with adolescents from diverse backgrounds, their families, and support networks. 
• Experience in providing career coaching, enrichment, postsecondary advising, and/or workforce development initiatives for youth. 
• Familiarity with community and governmental groups that provide support to youth in the Greeley areas. 
• Familiarity with Greeley-Evans District 6 high schools  
• Experience using the Infinite Campus student information system. 

WORK SCHEDULE - This is a full-time, in-person, year-round position 

COMPENSATION - This is an exempt position with a salary range of $55,000-$70,000 based upon qualifications, knowledge and relevant experience 

BENEFITS - Company 401k plan with Employer Contribution Match, Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage, Paid Time Off (Sick Time, Holidays, Flexible Vacation). This position is not PERA eligible. 

HOW TO APPLY – Follow this link to apply. If you have any questions, please contact HR at hr@zerodropouts.com