AfterSchool Site Coordinator 2024-25 School Year

GENERAL SUMMARY :

Under the supervision of the Childcare Services Manager and a Recreation Supervisor, Site Coordinators oversee the functioning of one of our school age childcare site.

Site Coordinators are responsible for the supervision and management of school year staff at their site 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 School Age Childcare Programs Program.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS :

External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who are or become disabled as defined under the Americans With Disabilities Act, must be able to perform the essential job functions (as listed) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by management on a case-by-case basis.

• Ability to work in a high energy environment with students grades K-5.
• 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 School Age Program.
• Manage the daily operation of the program site.
• Maintain written records of individual student progress.
• Communicate with parents and other staff through daily contact, newsletters, and conferences (as requested / required).
• Utilize positive guidance techniques in accordance with EEC guidelines and Carousel policy.
• Attend and participate in monthly staff meetings and professional development training, as required by EEC and the Childcare Manager.
• Attend conferences and workshops (in person and online) to achieve personal goals and promote professional growth and to meet professional development requirements.
• Exhibit knowledge about and adhere to program policies and procedures, including those for emergencies, medication administration, suspected abuse / neglect and referrals.
• Exhibit awareness of specific individual health plans and comply with plans, including required training (EPI pen administration, insulin pump operation, etc.).
• Ensure the health and safety of children through constant supervision, arrangement of space, proper maintenance of equipment and knowledge of emergency procedures.
• Communicate with parents and other staff through daily contact, newsletters, and conferences (as requested / required).
• 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.
• Operate the classroom / site in compliance with EEC regulations and DESE Standards.
• Comply with personnel policies of the Town of Concord, Concord Recreation and EEC / Childcare Programs

RECOMMENDED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

• Must be 20 years of age and have at least a HS diploma.
• Must have a suitable BRC.
• Must meet EEC work experience and education requirements for Site Coordinator Qualifications.
• Bachelor Degree in Education or related field, preferred.
• Must have completed EEC Essentials Training.
• Must comply with EEC Background Records Check regulations and Professional Qualification Registry requirements.
• Must complete a staff orientation.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES :

• Ability to work in a high-energy environment with children grades k-5.
• Working knowledge of child development and teaching strategies.
• Good written and oral communication skills.

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who are or become disabled as defined under the Americans With Disabilities Act, must be able to perform the physical demands (as listed) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by management on a case-by-case basis.

Employee is regularly required to walk, stand, sit, talk and hear.Uses hands to finger, handles, feels or operates objects, tools or controls and reaches with hands and arms as in picking up paper, files and other common office objects.

Employee may infrequently lift and / or move objects weighing up to 60 pounds such as tools and supplies, etc.

Operates computer, printer, video display terminal, keyboard, calculator, telephone, copier, facsimile machine and all other standard office equipment requiring eye-hand coordination and finger dexterity.

Balancing, crouching, grasping, pulling, reaching and stooping may also be required.