Part – Time Site Coordinator – After School Program
Camp Fire North Shore · Lynn, MA · 1 mo ago
OTHR$20–$22/hrPart-time
Overview
Camp Fire North Shore is seeking an organized, energetic, and dedicated Site Coordinator to lead one of our dynamic after‑school program locations. This part‑time, school‑year position (with opportunities for summer employment) involves overseeing daily program operations, supervising staff, building positive relationships with children and families, and ensuring high‑quality programming that reflects Camp Fire North Shore’s mission and Thrive{ology} framework.
Compensation & Schedule
This is a part‑time (up to 28 hours per week), Monday‑through‑Friday school‑year position serving children in Kindergarten through 5th grade, with opportunities for summer employment.
Hourly Rate: $20.00–$22.00 per hour, based on experience, qualifications, and EEC eligibility.
Commitment to Inclusion
- Foster an inclusive environment for children of all abilities.
- Support individualized accommodations and behavioral strategies.
- Collaborate with families, school personnel, and specialists.
- Promote belonging, respect, and positive youth development.
- Participate in ongoing professional development and inclusion training.
Key Responsibilities
- Program Leadership
- Oversee the daily administration and operation of the assigned after‑school program.
- Provide a safe, structured, engaging, and inclusive environment for children in grades Kindergarten through 5th grade.
- Implement curriculum and enrichment activities aligned with Camp Fire North Shore’s Thrive{ology} framework.
- Ensure activities are developmentally appropriate and promote positive youth development.
- Maintain a clean, organized, safe, and welcoming program environment.
- Staff Supervision
- Supervise Group Leaders, Assistant Group Leaders, volunteers, and youth leaders.
- Develop staff schedules and assign daily responsibilities.
- Provide coaching, guidance, and ongoing support to staff.
- Approve staff timecards and submit payroll documentation accurately and on time.
- Attend monthly Site Coordinator and staff meetings.
- Compliance & Administration
- Ensure compliance with Camp Fire North Shore policies and Massachusetts EEC regulations.
- Maintain attendance, enrollment, incident reports, and required documentation.
- Complete and submit weekly administrative paperwork on time.
- Maintain organized program records.
- Manage monthly activity budgets and site supplies.
- Spend up to two hours weekly at the Camp Fire North Shore office completing planning and administrative tasks.
- Drive continuous improvement through the Program Quality Assessment process.
- Family & School Partnerships
- Build positive relationships with children, families, school staff, and administrators.
- Serve as the primary liaison between Camp Fire North Shore and the host school.
- Coordinate family engagement events and special activities.
- Communicate regularly with parents regarding program updates and participant needs.
- Professional Development
- Participate in required trainings and workshops.
- Maintain CPR and First Aid Certification.
- Communicate regularly with the Program Administrator regarding staffing, scheduling, supplies, and site concerns.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Applicants must be at least 20 years of age and meet one of the following EEC qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED plus one year of professional experience working with school‑age children.
- Associate degree in any field plus nine months of professional experience working with school‑age children.
- Bachelor’s degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Child Guidance, Human Services, Nursing, Psychology, Physical Education, Recreation, Social Work, Sociology, Child Care, or a related field plus six months of professional experience working with school‑age children.
- CPR & First Aid Certification (or ability to obtain).
- Successful completion of CORI, SORI, and all required background checks.
- Meet Massachusetts EEC employment requirements.
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
- Knowledge of child development and age‑appropriate programming.
- Ability to build positive relationships with children, families, school personnel, and colleagues.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
- Demonstrate professionalism, emotional maturity, flexibility, and sound judgment.