26.27 Before & After Care Program Site Coordinator (Part Time -25-30 Hours)

Position Overview

At KIPP St. Louis you will work with students and school teams to identify and support students who need extra support. You come every day equipped to improve student outcomes, identify and support students in small groups, and create targeted plans for student success! You’ll collaborate with classroom teachers, the student support team, and school administrators to identify and support students to find their pathway to the futures they choose.

Who we are

KIPP St. Louis is a part of a national network of free, open-enrollment, public charter schools offering a choice to families and children in St. Louis city. As the largest charter school system in the city, we are driven and committed to our mission, vision, and equity statement.

Job Description

• Program Leadership: Oversee the daily execution of a safe, joyful, and well-organized Before & After Care program. Lead and manage program staff, including scheduling, role clarity, and performance support. Guide and support the planning of small-group experiences for Reading, Math, or Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Specialists that strengthen students' academic and social-emotional development. Ensure all systems for arrival, transitions, dismissal, and emergency response run smoothly and reliably.
• Staff Experience: Champion a positive and inclusive environment grounded in KIPP's values of equity, joy, and excellence. Establish and reinforce consistent routines that create a strong sense of safety, belonging, and student ownership. Respond to behavior using proactive, student-centered strategies rooted in restorative practices.
• Operational Excellence: Oversee daily operations to ensure smooth program delivery, including attendance tracking, student transitions, and facility management. Oversee daily meal and snack service in compliance with Missouri CACFP (Child and Adult Care Food Program) guidelines by ensuring accurate meal counts, proper food handling, required documentation, and adherence to all state and federal program requirements. Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure a safe, supportive, and accessible environment for all students. Manage program budgets, schedules, and resource allocation to maximize efficiency and expand access for historically marginalized students.
• Family & Community Engagement: Build strong relationships with families, ensuring they feel informed, engaged, and supported in their child’s extended learning experience. Develop initiatives to increase student participation, particularly among families facing economic or systemic barriers. Partner with community organizations, mentors, and local leaders to expand enrichment opportunities and provide additional resources for students. Collaborate with school leaders and the Program Manager to align program operations and address emerging needs.
• Data Driven Decision Making: Monitor program metrics, student attendance, and academic/social-emotional progress to drive equitable program improvements. Provide regular reports to the Vice President of Culture and Engagement, ensuring program goals align with KIPP’s broader mission of educational access and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in youth development, education, or program coordination strongly preferred.
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 2+ years of experience in education, youth programming, or community engagement.
• Proven track record of managing teams, designing youth programs, and driving student success.
• Experience working with diverse student populations and implementing equity-focused practices.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and strategic planning abilities.
• Ability to coach and develop staff in an identity-affirming, student-centered environment.
• Deep commitment to equity, inclusion, and eliminating barriers to student success.

Physical demands/mental demands/environmental factors

• Operate a computer and office equipment on a daily basis including Google Suite
• Assemble dinner and snacks in the kitchen
• Occasional moderate lifting, pushing and pulling
• Frequent moving about inside the office/school to access materials and equipment
• Sometimes position self to interact with students
• Maintain emotional control under stress
• Interpret policy, procedures and data
• Communicate effectively (verbal and written)