Site Coordinator - MCOZ

Site Coordinator - MCOZ

Department: Middletown Child Opportunity Zone

Employment Type: Part Time

Location: Middletown - Gaudet

Reporting To: Jamoya Ridgell

Compensation: $24.00 - $27.00 / hour

Help Create Meaningful Experiences Beyond the School Day

Do you enjoy working with youth, building community partnerships, and creating engaging opportunities that help students learn and grow? Join our team as a Part-Time Site Coordinator and play a vital role in delivering high-quality out-of-school-time programming that supports academic success, social-emotional growth, and meaningful family engagement.

This is an exciting opportunity for an organized, relationship-focused professional who is passionate about youth development and believes every child deserves access to enriching experiences beyond the school day.

The Part-Time Site Coordinator supports the implementation and daily operation of MCOZ Out-of-School Time (OST) programming. This role coordinates student activities, supervises staff and participants, develops community partnerships, promotes family engagement, supports student success, and ensures programs operate safely while maintaining quality standards.

The Site Coordinator serves as a key connection between students, families, school personnel, community partners, and program staff while advancing the mission of East Bay Community Action Program (EBCAP).

Student Support & Program Development

• Coordinate engaging before-school, after-school, vacation, and summer programming.
• Support students' social-emotional growth and individual needs.
• Create inclusive and welcoming environments where students can thrive.
• Reinforce positive behavior expectations and promote student success.
• Ensure activities are engaging, age-appropriate, and responsive to student interests.

Program Coordination & Leadership

• Oversee day-to-day program operations and activities.
• Supervise program staff, volunteers, and interns.
• Coordinate participant attendance, sign-in procedures, and program logistics.
• Monitor program supplies and resources.
• Address challenges proactively and collaborate with leadership on solutions.
• Help ensure compliance with program, safety, and quality standards.

Family Engagement

• Build positive relationships with families and caregivers.
• Encourage family participation in program events and activities.
• Communicate regularly with parents regarding student participation and program updates.
• Foster strong school-family-community connections.

Reporting & Continuous Improvement

• Maintain accurate records and program documentation.
• Support data collection and reporting requirements.
• Assist with surveys, evaluations, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Participate in program assessment activities and continuous quality improvement efforts.

Community Partnerships

• Develop and maintain relationships with schools and community organizations.
• Collaborate with partners to expand opportunities for students.
• Identify resources and services that benefit children and families.
• Participate in local networks that support out-of-school-time programming.

We're looking for candidates who demonstrate:

• Strong leadership and relationship-building skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Program planning and organizational skills
• Problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Commitment to youth development and family engagement

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Education, Human Services, or a related field.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience working with school-age children and families.
• Experience in:
  • Youth development
  • Social-emotional learning
  • Behavior management
  • Program development
  • Family engagement
  • Recreational or enrichment programming
  • Student recruitment and retention

Knowledge Of

• Educational and youth development practices
• School-based and community-based programming
• Child and adolescent development
• Program coordination and administration
• Standard office software and technology

Ability To

• Communicate effectively with students, families, staff, and community partners.
• Build collaborative relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
• Organize, prioritize, and manage multiple responsibilities.
• Adapt to changing program needs and schedules.