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The Before/After School Care Director may be filled either by a single individual covering the full schedule or by two individuals splitting the schedule, with each responsible for a portion of the hours as listed in the Work Schedule below.

SUMMARY:

The After School Program Director is responsible for the coordination, supervision, and daily operation of the district’s before and after-school program serving students in Preschool through Grade 5, as well as the staff childcare program for infants and toddlers. The Director ensures that all activities support the academic, social, and emotional growth of students in a safe and positive environment. This position includes supervision of staff, program development, family communication, and compliance with district and state policies.

EDUCATION/LICENSE/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Education:

• Associate’s degree in Education, Child Development, Youth Development, or a related field required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience working with children in an educational or youth program setting; supervisory experience preferred.

Certifications:

• CPR/First Aid certification (or ability to obtain upon hire)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Ability to plan and implement engaging, age-appropriate activities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills with children, staff, and families.
• Understanding of child development principles and positive behavior management strategies.
• Commitment to the mission and values of the school district.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Program Development and Implementation

• Plan, organize, facilitate, and oversee daily program activities that include academic enrichment, quiet study, active play, and creative exploration.
• Ensure activities are developmentally appropriate, inclusive, and aligned with district educational goals.
• Maintain a structured and nurturing environment that supports positive behavior and student engagement.

Staff Supervision and Leadership

• Recruit, train, and supervise program staff, including aides, group leaders, and volunteers
• Provide ongoing coaching, feedback, and evaluation to maintain high-quality instruction and care.
• Develop staff schedules and ensure adequate coverage for all program areas in both before and after school programs as well as childcare classes.

Student and Family Support

• Foster positive relationships with students, families, and school personnel.
• Communicate regularly with families regarding program activities, student participation, and any concerns.
• Implement and uphold district policies related to student safety, attendance, and behavior.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate records, including attendance, incident reports, and program documentation.
• Assist with budgeting, inventory, and purchasing of materials and supplies.
• Ensure program compliance with state child care licensing requirements and district procedures.
• Manage enrollment for Before and After school programs as well as the Staff Childcare program.

Work Schedule -

This position typically operates during before and after-school hours on school days, with additional time allocated for planning, staff meetings, and program preparation as needed.

Monday 6:15-8:45 (2.5) 2:45-6:00 (3.25)

Tuesday 6:15-8:45 (2.5) 2:45-6:00 (3.25)

Wednesday 6:15-9:30 (3.25) 2:45-6:00 (3.25)

Thursday 6:15-8:45 (2.5) 2:45-6:00 (3.25)

Friday 6:15-8:45 (2.5) 2:45-6:00 (3.25)

Lesson/Program Planning for each day: 1 hour per day

• Create daily lesson plans and schedules for both preschool and elementary before and after school programs (3-4 groups of kids, rotations of activities and spaces)
• Communicate these plans to staff of each group
• Gather and prepare materials for activities

Staff Scheduling and management: 1 hour per week

• Schedule appropriate coverage for each group on a biweekly basis
• Find coverage when staff call off for their shifts
• Ensure staff have required trainings (heavier during back to school)
• Ensure all staff are following program requirements for supervision, security and programming
• Hiring process for new staff (heavier load during spring)

Enrollment: up to 1 hour/week

• Respond to interested families phone calls and emails
• Fill spots as they become available to ensure maximum enrollment
• Manage enrollment process each spring

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures and governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the public.

REASONING ABILITY: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES: Ability to use appropriate language and accompanying techniques with adolescents on a one-to-one basis as well as in groups. Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, peers and parents; skill in oral and written communication.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and sit. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, as to operate office equipment; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderately noisy.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act(A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed and additional duties may be assigned.