Elementary Site Coordinator

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and organize daily activities that foster learning, creativity, physical activity, and social skills.
• Ensure a safe and welcoming environment for all children in the program.
• Supervise staff and volunteers, and monitor children to ensure their well-being and adherence to program rules.
• Hire, train, and manage after-school program staff, ensuring they are knowledgeable about program goals and safety protocols.
• Provide ongoing support and performance feedback.
• Maintain open and effective communication with parents and guardians regarding children’s progress, behavior, and any concerns.
• Provide regular updates about upcoming activities and events.
• Manage attendance, record keeping, and other administrative duties such as keeping track of supplies and equipment.
• Ensure compliance with state licensing and school policies.
• Assist with managing program budgets, including ordering supplies, ensuring cost-effective use of resources, and tracking expenditures.
• Stay up to date and knowledgeable of all state licensing procedures and policies.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Education, Child Development, Recreation, or a related field (preferred).
• Experience: Previous experience working with children, especially in an educational or recreational setting. Experience in program management or staff supervision is highly desirable.
• Skills: Strong organizational and leadership skills, ability to multitask, excellent communication skills, and the ability to build positive relationships with children, parents, and staff.
• Certifications: CPR and First Aid certification (preferred or willing to obtain).
• Background check required.
• Licensing: Knowledgeable of South Dakota state childcare licensing policies and procedures (preferred).
• Programming: Desire to take an active role in planning and implementing programing for Elementary School-aged children.