Afterschool Coordinator (Vanderbilt YMCA)

About the role

Under the supervision of the Program Director, the Afterschool Coordinator will play a critical role in providing academic enhancement and enrichment in the Y Afterschool program and ensuring that Y Afterschool programming is aligned and supportive of the broader school's academic goals and Common Core standards. The Afterschool Coordinator will be responsible for providing a safe and positive environment for school-age children, as well as providing opportunities for learning, interaction, and academic or personal growth. Specifically, the Afterschool Coordinator will ensure the health, safety, and well-being of participants in the program by providing close supervision of all activities and staff; managing day-to-day operations; maintaining accurate program documentation (incident reports, behavior reports, sign-in/sign-out sheets); and ensuring compliance with licensing requirements. The Afterschool Coordinator serves as the Data Manager for the Afterschool program, ensuring all records (including digital) are entered in a timely and accurate manner.

Responsibilities

• Direct programs serving the designated grade level band (K-5 or 6-8), ensuring all activities and services are age-appropriate and aligned with DYCD program requirements.
• Drive the adoption of best practices in Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) and oversee the design and delivery of highly engaging activities that support holistic student development.
• Ensure programs and services are deeply integrated into the specific community we serve and meet the diverse needs of all community members.
• Develop and execute effective strategies for recruiting and retaining participants, aiming for consistently high attendance rates and sustained program engagement.
• Utilize quantitative measures, quality monitoring tools, and external evaluations to demonstrate program effectiveness.
• Routinely analyze data and assessment results to identify trends, measure outcomes, and implement adjustments designed to continuously improve program quality and meet or exceed all established program goals.
• Successfully establish, maintain, and leverage connections with local community partners, public/private funders, and external evaluators to enhance program services, increase resource availability, and ensure sustained program success.
• Promote best practices in mental wellness, ensuring staff are well-trained in providing a supportive environment and identifying participants who may benefit from mental wellness support/referrals.
• Oversee the selection of an evidence-based SEL curriculum that is adaptable to a dynamic after-school setting (COMPASS Elementary or SONYC).
• Ensure all SEL programming is deliberate and clearly defines the specific social and emotional competencies that staff seek to develop in participants.
• Cultivate and maintain strong, collaborative working relationships with host school administration and staff.
• Proactively coordinate and discuss planned activity schedules, particularly those related to STEAM and Literacy initiatives, to ensure alignment and integration with the host school's academic goals.
• Maintain accurate program documentation as required by the Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS), Department of Health (DOH), Department of Youth & Community Development (DYCD), and YMCA of Greater New York.
• Understand and communicate the YMCA's core values and the goals of the Y Afterschool Program to participants and caregivers.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with parents/guardians and caregivers through regular communication regarding their child's strengths and areas for growth.
• Actively participate in training sessions, designated meetings, and special events.
• Adhere to all OCFS, DOH, DYCD, YMCA, school partner, and funder standards, expectations, and regulations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• An Associate's Degree in Education is preferred.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience working with children under the age of 13.
• Current Pediatrics CPR or First Aid certifications preferred.
• General knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong interpersonal skills, leadership qualities, and comfortable working with diverse youth and adults.

Schedule

Y Afterschool programs operate Monday through Friday from 2:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. and during public-school breaks.

Pay

$25.00 Hourly

Benefits

The YMCA of Greater New York offers a variety of benefits to its staff members, including retirement benefits, medical, paid time off, free YMCA membership, and more. Benefit eligibility is determined by an individual's employment status (i.e., full-time or part-time), tenure, and/or the number of hours scheduled to work.