Community Organizer

SpEducational
Los Angeles, CA • Contract Position
$35-50/hour commensurate with experience

About SpEducational

SpEducational is a non-profit organization that empowers and mobilizes families of students with disabilities to effect positive systems change in special education. We deliver free workshops year-round in English and Spanish on TK-12 educational policy and rights to underserved families, transforming them into advocates and community leaders. We work directly with families and are building an ever-expanding network committed to positive change.

Current Focus: SpEducational is the 2025 recipient of the prestigious EALA New Champions Grant Fund, supporting our IEP Empowerment Fellowship. The Fellowship will focus on transforming parents of students with disabilities in Los Angeles County to IEP experts and advocacy leaders.

The Role

We're seeking a dynamic Community Organizer to support our EALA-funded IEP Empowerment Fellowship. This role will help launch our Fellowship by supporting community organizing efforts, workshops, and family-focused advocacy initiatives.

Reporting: This position reports to the Founder/CEO.

Key Responsibilities

IEP Empowerment Fellowship (Primary Focus - 70%):

Support recruitment and outreach for fellowship participants across Los Angeles County
Assist in planning and coordinating IEP empowerment workshop delivery
Help develop, distribute and track family-focused surveys, data reports, and advocacy toolkits
Conduct one-to-one meetings with parents and community members
Support community organizing efforts to build parent leadership networks
Assist with program documentation, data collection, and impact measurement

Community Organizing & Outreach (30%):

Build relationships with community-based organizations, schools, and advocacy groups
Coordinate public forums and meetings led by family leaders
Support social media outreach and digital organizing campaigns
Assist with workshop development and special education policy research as needed

Qualifications

Required:

1-2 years experience in community organizing, advocacy, or education
Passion for special education rights and family empowerment
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
Highly organized, detail oriented and able to multi-task
Experience working with diverse, underserved communities
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation

Ideal Candidate:

Has lived experience advocating for a student with a disability in public schools
Bilingual and biliterate (Spanish/English)
Has basic knowledge of IDEA and the IEP Process
Proficient with Google Docs, Zoom, PowerPoint, Canva, Facebook, Instagram
Comfortable with multi-tasking and working in a fast paced environment
Knowledge of Los Angeles County education landscape

Compensation & Work Arrangement

Contract basis: 10-20 hours per week, flexible scheduling
Rate: $35-50/hour commensurate with experience
Duration: Initial 6-month contract with potential for extension
Travel: Some travel may be occasionally required throughout Los Angeles County for community outreach

Work Environment

This role involves regular community engagement, including occasional evening and weekend events. You would be working with a small team, and be comfortable wearing more than one hat. You'll be working virtually with families throughout LA County, however, occasional in person attendance of community meetings may be needed. Physical requirements include ability to travel to multiple locations and facilitate in-person gatherings.

Our Commitment to Equity

SpEducational centers equity in all our work, particularly supporting families from historically marginalized communities. We welcome applications from candidates who share our commitment to racial and disability justice and have lived experience advocating for students with disabilities in public schools.

To Apply

Please send your resume and a brief cover letter explaining your interest in supporting families of students with disabilities to: info@speducational.org. Include "Community Organizer - IEP Fellowship" in the subject line.

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