Site Coordinator; AfterSchool or Afternoon Program

Site Coordinator (After School or Wednesday Afternoon Program)

The Concord Recreation Department seeks enthusiastic, dedicated individuals who love working with children for our School Age Childcare Program. Candidates must have experience working with school‑age children and a background in education or a related field is preferred. Candidates are required to meet EEC qualifications for Site Coordinator. The ideal candidate is flexible, willing to work as part of a team and has the ability to help create and implement a fun and engaging curriculum.

Some experience supervising staff is preferred. Full pay range: $/hr; starting pay based on qualifications.

The successful candidate will have access to ongoing training and competitive compensation and the opportunity to enroll their age‑appropriate children in our program with no tuition cost and special discounted rates for other programs. This is a 10‑month school year position following the Concord Public School calendar from late August until early June.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. The most highly qualified candidates will be invited to one or more interviews and/or other assessments. All applicants will be notified of their standing in the process as soon as a decision has been made regarding their individual application.

Appointment of the final candidate will be contingent upon the results of pre‑placement conditions including a Background Records Check and Fingerprinting. Costs for these pre‑placement requirements will be borne by the Town. The Town of Concord, MA is an EEO Employer. We value diversity and welcome candidates of all backgrounds to apply.

• Department:
  Human Services, Recreation Division
• Salary Grade: MISC 2
• Reports To:
  
  Childcare Services Manager
• FLSA Status:
  Non‑Exempt
• Appointed By:
  Town Manager
• Date: 2023

Under the supervision of the Childcare Services Manager and a Recreation Supervisor, the Site Coordinator manages one of our school‑age childcare sites. Site Coordinators are responsible for the supervision and management of group leaders, assistant group leaders, volunteers and students grades K‑5 in the program while maintaining a classroom/group in accordance with the goals and curriculum plans of the Concord Recreation After school Program.

• Create an engaging environment that fosters a sense of belonging for all students and staff.
• Plan and implement curriculum, meeting the social‑emotional, physical and intellectual needs of the children based on the goals, philosophy and general curriculum plan of the After School Program.
• Manage the daily operation of the program site.
• Provide written program plans for the Recreation Supervisor and Childcare Manager, as requested.
• Ensure the health and safety of children through constant supervision, arrangement of space, proper maintenance of equipment and knowledge of emergency procedures.
• Maintain written records of individual progress, with the Group Leaders, to be reviewed annually.
• Manage daily attendance, including retrieving attendance from the school, transferring information to daily sign‑in sheets and tracking children not reported absent.
• Manage supplies (cleaning and curriculum) and inform the Rec Supervisor of needs for supplies.
• Communicate with parents and other staff through daily contact, newsletters and conferences.
• Communicate, as needed, with Concord Public School staff in the absence of Rec Supervisor and Child Care Manager.
• Show awareness of specific individual health plans and comply with plans, including required training (EPI pen administration, insulin pump operation, etc.).
• Monitor site staff and ensure compliance with regulations, procedures and policies.
• Assist with observation, supervision and evaluation of Group Leaders and Assistant Group Leaders.
• Attend and participate in monthly staff meetings and professional development training, as required by EEC and the Childcare Manager.
• Attend conferences and workshops to achieve personal goals and promote professional growth and to meet professional development goals.
• Exhibit knowledge about and adhere to program policies and procedures,…