What are the responsibilities and job description for the After School Program Manager in Training 2024 - 2025 School Year position at Just for Kids?
Job Description
Job Description
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Just for Kids, recognized as Employer of the Year by Buffalo State and the University at Buffalo, is seeking a dynamic and experienced professional to join our team as a Field Supervisor. We are looking for an individual with exceptional leadership, communication, and management skills to supervise our Program Managers who oversee our on-site operations. If you are passionate about making a positive impact in the community and have a track record of inspiring teams to achieve excellence, we want to hear from you!
Company Information
Just for Kids is a community-centered non-profit organization that offers before and after school and summer programming in the Amherst, Cheektowaga Central, Cheektowaga Sloan, Cleveland Hill (Cheektowaga), Grand Island, Sweet Home, and Williamsville Central School Districts. We also offer programming at The Park School of Buffalo, Saints Peter and Paul School in Hamburg, St. Benedict School in Amherst, St. Mary's School in Swormville, and Nardin Academy in Buffalo.
Position Summary :
Acting as a manager-in-residence, develop knowledge, skills and abilities needed to work in a management capacity, by shadowing and supporting the Program Manager in all program capacities.
Responsibilities Include :
Program Development
- Assist the Program Manager with organization and structure of the site
- Implement age-appropriate daily activities with youth; model appropriate activities to staff
- Provide support and assistance to enrichment curriculum related tasks
- Assist Program Manager with OCFS compliance requirements
- Build knowledge of Just for Kids quality programming expectations
Staff Management
Recordkeeping
Ongoing Training and OCFS requirements
Any other duties specified by the Program Manager and Just for Kids School Age Program administration
Schedule
Before and After school programs follow the District / School calendar, Monday through Friday, 7 : 00am - 8 : 45am & 1 : 45pm - 6 : 00pm, plus 1 hour of planning each week school is in session. Both Before and Afterschool and Afternoon only positions are available.
Benefits
Recognition
Just for Kids takes pride in the services we offer the community and our staff. We have won multiple awards for our childcare services and the manner in which we treat our staff.
Requirements :
Experience and Education : 2 years of experience working in childcare and 1-year supervisory experience preferred. 18 credits of education related course. Bachelor's degree; major in Childhood Education is preferred. Must hold current CPR and First Aid certifications.
Requirements :
Physical Requirements : This position is very active and requires walking, bending, kneeling, running, twisting and squatting. This position includes prolonged periods of standing and frequent bending. Generally, must be able to lift up to 10 pounds at a time.
