School Age Coordinator

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Position: School Age Coordinator
Location: Walkertown, NC
Organization: Church Childcare Center

Summary

The School Age Coordinator at Church Childcare Center in Walkertown, NC is responsible
for planning and implementing engaging activities, maintaining a safe and nurturing
environment, and supporting the academic, social, emotional, and physical development of
school age children. This position includes before-school, after-school, and summer camp
programming while promoting Church Childcare's commitment to quality childcare.
Responsibilities

1. Curriculum Development

• Develop and implement age-appropriate weekly lesson plans and engaging activities

for school age children.

• Incorporate educational enrichment, arts and crafts, STEM activities, outdoor play,

and recreational opportunities.

• Plan and organize activities for after-school care, summer camp, and school holidays.
• Provide opportunities for homework assistance, independent learning, and social

development.

• Ensure activities and materials are prepared in advance and meet children's individual

needs and interests.

2. Classroom Management

• Create a safe, inclusive, organized, and welcoming environment that promotes

positive interactions and learning.

• Establish and maintain structured daily routines, including transitions, activities,

meals, and outdoor play.

• Implement positive behavior management strategies that encourage respect,

cooperation, independence, and conflict resolution.

• Maintain active supervision and ensure compliance with applicable NC DCDEE

regulations and staff-to-child ratios.

• Maintain accurate attendance records, classroom documentation, and an organized learning environment.
• Participate in SACERS-U self-studies and quality improvement activities.
• Be able to kneel, bend, squat, lift, push, pull, and carry children up to 50 lbs., with

reasonable accommodations when applicable.

3. Individualized Support

• Observe children's strengths, interests, developmental needs, and areas for

improvement.

• Provide individualized guidance and activities that support academic, social,

emotional, and physical development.

• Encourage independence, self-confidence, responsibility, and positive peer

relationships.

• Foster open and regular communication with parents and guardians regarding

children's progress, behavior, and daily experiences.

• Address concerns professionally and communicate significant issues to

administration.

4. Collaboration and Professional Growth

• Maintain effective communication and positive working relationships with

colleagues, parents, and administration.

• Participate in staff meetings, professional development opportunities, and required

training sessions.

• Maintain required certifications and complete applicable DCDEE training, including

Basic School Age Care (BSAC).

• Follow Church Childcare policies, procedures, and expectations for professionalism,

attendance, and child supervision.

• Support center-wide initiatives, special events, and continuous quality improvement

efforts.

5. Other Duties as Assigned

• Perform additional duties as assigned by center administration to support the overall

operation of Church Childcare Center.
Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in

Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, or a related field preferred.

• Previous experience working with school age children in a licensed childcare, after-

school, or summer camp setting preferred.

• Knowledge of child development, age-appropriate activities, and positive behavior

management.

• Strong organizational, communication, and classroom management skills.
• Ability to independently plan and implement engaging activities.
• Possess or be willing to obtain BSAC training, CPR and First Aid certification, and other required DCDEE training.
• Successfully complete required background checks and screenings in accordance

with state regulations and Church Childcare's child protection policies.