After School Site Coordinator

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Brief Description

This is a full time position approximately 30 hours per week, Monday through Friday 12:30pm to 6:30pm

Position Summary

The Site Coordinator shall be responsible for the daily operation of the After School Program, ensuring the safety and well-being of the children enrolled and direct supervision of program staff. The site coordinator will oversee the development, administration, supervision, delivery and evaluation of a high-quality, academically aligned Before & After School Program in accordance with YMCA Guidelines and State Licensing Requirements.

Essential Functions

• Plan, supervise and implement a high-quality, creative program that is age-appropriate for school-age children. Plan and execute daily and monthly activities for the program that are academically aligned and support skill building and social-emotional development.
• Develop, plan and supervise activities during school vacation weeks, and other days off from school.
• Collect and maintain data on participants growth, including pre/post tests for enrichment activities, SEL assessments and other data metrics that speak to program quality and fidelity.
• Provide direction and guidance to site staff, aid in staff training, and complete written evaluation of their work performance in coordination with the Program Director.
• Continually promote the values of inclusion and equity among all participants.
• Responsible for supervising and demonstrating the ability to set and maintain limits for children using positive reinforcement. Treat all children with dignity and respect.
• Create systems and processes when needed, particularly around staff coverage, data collection, recruitment and retention.
• Establish familiarity with RI DHS (Department of Human Services) or MA EEC (Early Education & Care) licensing requirements, including safety procedures, attendance records, ratios and all required paperwork. Maintain the necessary records required for state licensing.
• Supervise proper maintenance of equipment, cleanup of work and play areas and inventory and ordering of supplies and snacks
• Plan, implement and attend appealing and meaningful programs and events for parents and/or families on a regular basis; provide an ongoing network (formal and informal) of support for program parents.
• Provide daily snacks and/or meals in accordance with federally funded child nutrition program requirements including; shopping for food, serving meals, conducting point of service meal counts, any cleaning protocol associated with food service and maintaining compliance with meal requirements.
• Promote a team concept through a positive approach to supervision, communication, and interactions with others. Maintain ongoing communication with supervisor and appropriate staff at all levels of the YMCA. Attend staff meetings as required.
• Ensure that the proper procedures regarding vehicle use are followed at all times
• Participate and volunteer in the YMCA annual fund-raising campaign. Campaigns may include site event fundraisers and Y fundraising events.
• Act as a professional role model. Maintain good public relations with parents and school personnel and understand that you represent the YMCA and maintain a positive disposition, demeanor and attire.
• Continually enhance professional development through workshops, educational courses and/or appropriate reading material/ Licensing requires the completion of a minimum of 20 hours training per year relevant to the care of school age children.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must possess oral, auditory and written communication skills appropriate for interacting with both children and adults.
• Positive role model with strong leadership, conflict resolution and diplomacy skills.
• Must be capable of directing the daily administrative, program related, and supervisory responsibilities of the Before & After School Program.
• Certifications required before working with children:
  Child Abuse Prevention Training, New Employee Orientation, all RI DHS and MA EEC requirements.
• Certifications required within the first 60 days of hire: YMCA approved basic lifesaving skills such as CPR, First Aid, AED, and Emergency Oxygen, RI DHS Pre-service Health & Safety Training. This position must have the ability to respond to safety and emergency situations.

• Hold a Bachelor's degree in a field relating to education, child…