AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM COORDINATOR

Job Title: Coordinator, After School Program

Classification Title: RNE-1

Status: Hourly, Non-exempt

Department: After School Program

Supervisor: K-8 Child Care Director

Primary Location: Admin Office, Social Room, Playground, Gym, Sports Court

The Highlands Recreation District operates under the Community Services District law pursuant to the government code 61000 et seq, for the purpose of providing recreational services within the District. Services are provided under the leadership and direction of an elected Board of Directors. The Highlands Recreation District maintains facilities including the Recreation Center, Early Education Center, After School Center, Tennis Courts, Pool, and Playgrounds in addition to a variety of programs, services and annual special events.

Mission

The Highlands Recreation District is dedicated to providing beneficial and enriching programs and services to its patrons and a place to create and promote health, well-being and community.

Job Summary

The Coordinator oversees the day-to-day operation of the after-school program. The Coordinator will have thorough knowledge of school age curriculum planning for various age groups. The Coordinator will plan fun and engaging activities for the children enrolled in the after-school program and seasonal camps while supporting the Highlands Recreation District and surrounding community. This position reports to the K-8 Child Care Director and receives general supervision.

Essential Functions and Tasks

• Assist Director with childcare licensing duties/compliance in their absence
• Assist Director in supervising all ASP staff members to create a harmonious and efficient working environment
• Interfaces with parents in a positive manner to keep them informed, answer questions, and address concerns
• Maintains inventory of programming supplies, food, equipment, and other necessary materials by ordering and/or purchasing in a timely manner under fiscal budget guidelines
• Monitors and tracks monthly tuition payments, schedules monthly activities, creates sign in/outs for program participants
• Plans program curriculum for after school programs and seasonal camps
• Participate in planning and running staff meetings and training sessions
• Maintains standards for children’s behavior using non-punitive methods which teach self-discipline while supporting children’s self esteem
• Provides/coordinates careful concentrated supervision of play areas to ensure children’s safety
• Maintains proper child-to-staff ratios based on the program’s total licensed capacity
• Schedules/trains staff in emergency evacuation procedures and maintains records of drills
• Attend all regularly scheduled staff meetings, training sessions, and workshops

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA’s)

• Excellent customer service, ability to manage conflicts, and create an inclusive working environment
• Must be able to effectively relay/manage confidential information passed down from parents
• Must have knowledge of curriculum planning which includes but is not limited to indoor and outdoor activities relevant to school age children
• Ability to organize tasks, establish systems, and delegate work and responsibility to others
• Observational and assessment skills with staff
• Must be flexible and able to maintain a positive and supportive working relationship with staff, parents, volunteers, and children
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Maintain a professional attitude.
• Must be able to work Monday-Friday during business hours as well as nights and weekends as needed

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months’ work experience in a licensed day care center or comparable group center with previous lead teacher experience
• At least 12 college level units for school-age childcare center teacher qualifications under title 22 (section 101516.2)
• High School Diploma
• Must possess a valid California driver’s license
• Department of Justice fingerprint clearance
• Successfully pass health screening

Desired Qualifications

• Child CPR and first aid certified
• Valid
• Bachelor’s degree

Physical Demands and Work Environment

1. The position works in both indoor and outdoor environments, subject to severe hot, cold and inclement weather. The physical demands of this position are described below

1. Sitting, walking, twisting, bending, climbing, pulling, pushing, squatting, crawling, kneeling, balancing, reaching, and coordination (eye, hand, foot).
2. Fall (Slip, Trip) Conditions that result in falls (impacts) from height or traditional walking and playing surfaces.
3. Heat illness/temperature extremes that result in heat stress, exhaustion, or metabolic slowdown such as hypothermia.
4. Chemical exposure – absorption through the skin, inhalation, or through the bloodstream that causes illness, disease, or death.
5. Lifting and carrying, often 10-25lbs, frequently 26-50lbs, occasionally 50-75 lbs.
6. Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person or on the telephone.

Minimum Hourly or Salary: $24.00 - Maximum Hourly Salary: $33.50

• This position is non-exempt from the provisions of Section 1 of the California Industrial Welfare Commission Orders.
• In general, the position works on a schedule based on the business needs and requires early morning, evening and weekend work.
• May work up to, but not in excess of 40 hours per week (among all concurrent positions).

Benefits

This position is employed through the Highlands Recreation District which offers employees of this classification to receive: medical, dental, vision insurance, health and dependent care saving accounts, paid sick and vacation time, and Simple IRA retirement account participation with up to a 3% District match (if employee makes more than $5,000 in a year), and employee discounts in accordance with Highlands Recreation District Employee Handbook.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action

The Highlands Recreation District is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, gender, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, medical condition, national origin, race, religion or lack thereof, sex, sexual orientation, transgender, or protected veteran status consistent with applicable federal and state laws.

Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self- disclose.

Required Staff Training

Prior and during hiring process, all employees are required to complete the following compliance online training sessions through Paylocity. Employees will be enrolled in the training soon after their appointment is processed and will be notified via email from the HR department.

• Injury and Illness Prevention Program - one time course
• Discrimination and Harassment – required every two years
• Mandated reporter training certificate

Background Check and Fingerprinting

Employees are required to undergo and complete a successful background check that includes verification of employment and education, as well as a check of criminal records for employment. Candidates for positions where the employee will come in regular contact with minors will be required to be fingerprinted. This policy includes emergency hires and may also be applicable to volunteers depending on the work they will be doing.?

In some cases, a background check will include a Department of Motor Vehicles check, as well as a check of licenses and certificates when applicable.

California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act

All childcare workers are considered mandated reporters under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and are required to comply with the requirements set forth by the Department of Social Services, Child Care Licensing.