Learning Development Coordinator Jobs in Rhode Island

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The School Aged Child Care Site Coordinator is responsible for the overall management and supervision of the school age child care site and will plan, lead, and evaluate group experiences. This position operates at a specific school age site.  The incumbent provides high quality recreational experiences for children that focus on the YMCA core values: honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Plan, develop, supervise, and implement the program activities at the site.
2. Manage curriculum planning for the site.
3. Develop and distribute parent communications.
4. Assist with the promotion of the Branch and school age childcare programs to the community.
5. Make ongoing systematic observations and evaluations of each child.
6. Obtain and update all registrations, contracts, release forms, and emergency forms that pertain to administration of the school age child program at the site.
7. Maintain required program records such as attendance, daily schedules, and rosters.
8. Manage site budget in conjunction with the Childcare Director.
9. Performs all other duties as assigned by supervisor
10. Obtain minimum of 24 hours of professional development per year in a field related to children as required by DHS

YMCA LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:

Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Ys values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising.

Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.

Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.

Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Minimum age of 21.
2. Has at least an Associate’s Degree or sixty college credit hours, with 18 of them in a field relating to education child development, human services, or recreation from an approved and accredited institution or higher education.
3. Has at least 1 year of supervised experience working with children
4. Minimum of one (1) year of previous supervisory experience.  
5. Experience preferred in one or more of the following areas: outdoor living, archery, boating, camping, songs/music, skits, sports, aquatics, recreational games, etc…
6. CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and Child Abuse Prevention training within 30 days of hire date.
7. Previous experience with diverse populations preferred.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

This section includes any unique working conditions as well as physical demands, which will vary based on the position and may be performed with or without reasonable accommodation. In light of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the inclusive nature of the Y, it is crucial that the physical and mental dimensions of each job be accurately and clearly identified, and not overstated.

1. Ability to walk, stand, and sit (including on the floor) for long periods of time.
2. Exposure to communicable diseases and bodily fluids.
3. Must be able to lift and carry/or assist children up to 50 pounds in weight
4. Must be able to lift and carry food and supplies weighing up to 25 pounds.
5. Ability to stand or sit while maintaining alertness for several hours at a time.
6. Position may require bending, leaning, kneeling, and walking.
7. Ability to speak concisely and effectively communicate in English.
8. Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical situations and physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency