Elementary Program Coordinator

Position Title: Elementary Program Coordinator

Reports to: Director of Club Services

Salary: Hourly wage based on experience, years of service & education, paid holidays & other benefits

Status: Part-time 12-6:30 Monday-Friday during the school year and 11:30-5:30 during the summer. Some hours may be flexible, with additional or fewer hours as needed.

Position Summary: The School Age-Program Coordinator oversees the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of programs and activities as part of the five care program areas for youth in grades 2 through 5. This position also supervises assigned program staff and volunteers who work with the Club’s homework programs, enrichment activities, and mentoring programs.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

Prepare Youth for Success

· Plan and oversee the administration of designated Clubhouse programs and activities that support Youth Development Outcomes

· Contribute to the planning and implementation of the strategic plan by:

o Establishing Clubhouse program objectives consistent with organizational goals and mission.

o Initiating new programs with the approval of the direct supervisor and leadership team.

o Recommending the development of service area programs.

o Utilizing BGCA and evidence-based programming.

· Ensure children are encouraged to participate in various program areas/activities and receive instruction and constructive feedback to develop skills in program area(s).

· Demonstrate leadership to ensure members' conduct, safety, and development.

Program Development and Implementation

· Ensure staff understand and effectively communicate the standards of the program.

· Continuously evaluate Club programs and ensure that they respond to member needs and cultural diversity.

· Plan, develop, implement, and evaluate programs and activities using Club processes.

Supervision

· Allocate and monitor work assigned to program staff and volunteers, providing ongoing feedback and regular evaluations. Identify and support training and development opportunities for assigned staff and volunteers.

· Provide proper record keeping and reporting, including activities and events conducted, breakdowns of daily participation figures, notable achievements, and any problems/issues.

· Help to ensure staff’s performance is productive and effective.

Health and Safety

· Ensure a healthy, safe, clean, and organized environment in all program areas

Additional responsibilities:

· May oversee special programs and/or events (i.e. PBIS, Summer Camp, Awards Programs) and/or implement other Club activities as necessary.

· Consult with parents concerning member and Clubhouse issues.

· Submit accurate written reports for BGC of other grant requirements.

· Attend staff meetings, prepared with items needed for discussion or reporting.

· Assist in or handle special assignments or duties as assigned.

Relationships:

Internal: Maintain close, daily contact with Club staff (professional and volunteer), Club members, and supervisor to receive/provide information, discuss issues, explain or interpret guidelines/instructions, instruct, advise or counsel.

External: Maintain contact as needed with external community groups, schools, members' parents, and others to assist in resolving problems.

Skills/knowledge preferred:

· Coursework in a related field from an accredited college or university or equivalent experience.

· Proven ability to motivate youth and manage behavior problems.

· Planning learning, and supervising activities based on the developmental needs of young people.

· Proven history with classroom management, youth team management, or management of youth in a group setting in grades 2 - 7.

· Proven practical verbal and written communication skills.

· Proven ability to recruit, train, supervise, and motivate staff and volunteers.

· Demonstrated organizational, staff, and project management abilities.

· Mandatory CPR, First Aid Certifications, Child Abuse Prevention & Recognition training, Mandatory Reporting Training.

Physical requirements/work environment:

High energy level, comfortable performing multi-faceted projects; good interpersonal abilities; ability to interact effectively with co-workers of all levels and with representation of other organizations and institutions. Ability to get along with diverse personalities; tact, maturity, and flexibility; physical requirements include sight, hearing, sitting, standing, stooping, running, and lifting a minimum of 30 pounds. Must be able to function under fast-paced and noisy conditions. Noise levels in the work environment will fluctuate from moderate to high.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job; reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Duties are performed throughout the Clubhouse at the BGC of Sparta.

Disclaimer:

The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, nor to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and objectives required of employees assigned to this job. Sparta's BGC is an equal-opportunity employer.