Afterschool Program Director at Parkside Elementary

GENERAL FUNCTION:

The Site Director is responsible for the overall development, implementation, and supervision of the After School Program, with the support and guidance of the Family Services Director, he/she serves as the leader of a team of people with the goal of providing excellent after school care for school aged children (K-5th grade). It is his/her responsibility to make sure that YMCA standards and procedures as well as those of the Department of Children and Families are followed. He/she will supervise Program Counselors and will make regular reports to the Family Services Director.

This position is part-time, Monday-Friday from 2-6:30pm and full time shifts available on days that CCPS does not operate regular school.

Applicant must be available Monday-Friday, be 21 years old or older, and have reliable transportation.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES:

• Develop and implement all aspects of the of After School Program
• Supervise and schedule support staff and maintain proper adult/child ratios
• Maintain up to date, accurate, and complete written records on all enrolled children.
• Maintain on site staff personnel records
• Maintain all standards for After School Programs as required by CCPS, the Department of Children and Families and the YMCA
• Develop a positive relationship with parents by creating ample opportunities for communication and being open to their requests whenever possible
• Develop a positive relationship with school faculty and employees and work with them to coordinate schedule changes, arrivals, departures and absences
• Create a monthly snack menu and order needed supplies
• Inventory Program equipment and supplies and notify Family Services Director when more are needed
• Review all incident reports and make verbal reports to the parents at pick up
• Observe behaviors and development levels of the children and keep written records when problems or concerns arise; inform the Family Services Director when a parent conference is warranted and initiate and participate in the conference
• Collect and record weekly payment of fees from parents and deliver to the YMCA front desk or make arrangements for Supervisor to pick-up.
• Keep the Family Services Director informed of all program issues as they arise especially when related to the children’s behavior and development
• Be familiar with YMCA mission, policies and procedures
• Participate in YMCA programs and promotions
• Be an enthusiastic, dedicated, reliable and committed leader of our team

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Meets all Department of Children and Family standards
• Certification in Infant, Child and Adult CPR, and Basic First Aid
• **Completion of 45 Hour Child Care course required by the State of Florida
• Valid Driver’s License and good driving record
• 21 Years or older
• Degree in Early Childhood Education or CDA (preferred)
• Completion of the state issued Director's Credential (within 1 year of employment)