School Age Site Coordinator

$38,480 - $38,480/Yr

Southington Cheshire Community Ymca - Cheshire, CT

Part-time - Entry Level

Cheshire, CT

About the position

The School Age Site Coordinator is responsible for overseeing the YMCA program site for school-age children, ensuring a safe and engaging environment. This part-time role involves leading staff, planning activities, and maintaining communication with parents, all while adhering to state regulations and YMCA policies.

Responsibilities

• Promote, supervise, lead, direct and develop all aspects of the YMCA program site.
• Supervise, evaluate, motivate and appreciate staff.
• Orient staff on daily procedures, site operations and policies.
• Evaluate staff at least two times per year.
• Establish, monitor, evaluate and follow through on all progressive discipline situations with staff.
• Maintain proper written documentation.
• Monitor progress and corrective action.
• Foster a positive, team-oriented environment, encouraging staff growth and development.
• Resolve conflict by addressing concerns directly with co-workers and supervisors.
• Coordinate and complete all necessary administrative paperwork such as time sheets and site checklists.
• Plan activities, lesson plans, program plans and special events according to the YMCA School-Age program.
• Ensure that the YMCA program site meets and follows State of Connecticut license regulations.
• Plan, coordinate and run Fun Days and Snow Days as required.
• Ensure communication with parents through direct contact, newsletters, and phone calls.
• Monitor, evaluate and follow through on all progressive discipline situations with children and families.
• Maintain records necessary to track and report children and staff attendance.
• Ensure a proper staff to child ratio and arrange for substitute staff when needed.
• Report any suspected cases of abuse and/or neglect to the Director immediately.
• Organize and coordinate parent orientations and tours of the YMCA program site.

Requirements

• Must be 20 years or older and have a High School diploma or GED.
• Attending an accredited college or university or have graduated from one.
• Able to be certified as a CT Head Teacher: 3 credits in school age or elementary education from a regionally accredited higher education institution.
• At least 240 hours of documented supervised experience working directly with a group of school age children in a licensed child care program or equivalent.
• Candidate must obtain certification in First Aid and CPR, to be maintained throughout employment, or achieve them within 3 months of employment.
• Effectively lead, supervise and evaluate 5 or more staff.
• Excellent communication skills with staff, parents, and school personnel.

Benefits

• 403(b)
• Employee discount
• Free YMCA Membership
• Chance to be a positive role model
• Opportunity to be certified in CPR and First Aid