Want to make a HUGE difference in the lives of school age children? The YMCA may have a great career opportunity for you!

POSITION SUMMARY:

The OST Site Coordinator is responsible for oversight of the day-to-day operations for the Out-of-School Time program, including supervision of the program to provide children and families high quality care in a safe and inclusive environment. Site Coordinator ensures curriculum is being implemented and staff are engaged. He/she helps develop programming committed to healthy living, social responsibility, and youth development.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Along with the Program Administrator, train and develop program educators in designing lesson plans/curriculum to align with STEAM based curriculum.
• Supervise group leaders & assistant group leaders to ensure engaging staff interactions with children and quality curriculum implementation.
• Ensure staff do “name to face” attendance to ensure all children are accounted for at all times.
• Maintain open and positive communication and interaction among the programs and partners; engagement of parents/families.
• Design curriculum that offers a variety of activities which supports the development of each student in Healthy Living, Social Responsibility, and Youth Development
• Act as a mentor and resource for program staff to maintain a positive program climate.
• Translate EEC state regulations into our daily practices.
• Ensure the use of positive behavior guidance among program staff.
• Lead the retention of staff, students & families along with Program Administrator
• Facilitate program evaluation with Program Administrator and conduct progress reports.
• Promotes and incorporates the YMCA four core values and relevant trainings into all aspects of work, including curriculum, program, and staff and parent/youth interactions.
• Responsible for the OST program in the absence of the Program Administrator.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in education or related field or equivalent preferred
• Must meet EEC Qualifications for a site coordinator in regards to experience working with school aged children.
• Ability to relate effectively with diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of
  the community.
• Ability to lead, teach, and interact with children, staff, teachers, parents/guardians, and the school community.
• Knowledge of and ability to facilitate Early Education & Care (EEC) regulations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Sufficient strength, agility and mobility to perform essential functions of position and to safely supervise children’s activities.

ADDITIONAL APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

• An annual physical confirmed by a physician’s statement, including documentation of 2 MMR immunizations.
• Clean criminal record check. (Must be able to pass a Background Records Check prior to working directly with children.)
• Verification of education and work experience for Position.
• Completion of the DEEC Online Orientation Course for new educators within first 30 days of hire
• Completion of Redwoods Online Trainings within first 30 days of hire.
• Complete First Aid and CPR certifications within the first 30 days of hire.
• Coordinator qualified by Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) regulations

The YMCA of Metro North is an Equal Opportunity Employer.