AfterSchool Site Coordinator 2024-25 School Year
The Concord Recreation Department seeks anenthusiastic, dedicated individual who loves working with children for ourSchool Age Childcare Program. Candidates must have a background in education ora related field, with a degree preferred. Candidates are required to meet EECqualifications for Site Coordinator. The ideal candidate is flexible, willingto work as part of a team and has the ability to help create and implement afun and engaging curriculum.Thesuccessful candidate will have access to ongoing training and competitivecompensation and have the opportunity to enroll their age-appropriate childrenin our program with no tuition cost and special discounted rates for otherprograms.
Pay range: $25.00 - $30.00/hour; starting pay based on qualifications.This is an hourly, part-time position, consisting of up to 20 hours per week.
This is a 10-month school yearposition following the Concord Public School calendar from late August untilearly June. After School Hours M, T, Th F 3P-6P W 12:30P - 6P. Excludes schoolvacation weeks, professional days and holidays
Applications will continue tobe accepted and may be considered until the positions are filled. Allapplicants will be notified of their standing in the process as soon as adecision has been made regarding their individual application.We value diversity and welcome candidates ofall backgrounds to apply.
Appointment of the final candidate will becontingent upon the results of pre-placement conditions including a BackgroundRecords Check and Fingerprinting.Costsfor these pre-placement requirements will be borne by the Town.
The Town of Concord, MA is an EEOEmployer.We value diversity and welcomecandidates of all backgrounds to apply.
Department:
Human Services- Recreation
Salary Grade:
MISC 2
Reports To:
Childcare Services Manager
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
Appointed By:
Town Manager
Date:
July 2023
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.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to do this job.The above is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required.The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.
This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee, and is subject to change by the employer, as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.