Out-of-School Time Site Coordinator

POSITION SUMMARY:

Our YMCA in Lynn Massachusetts is looking for a great Site Coordinator for the Lynn Y Academy Out-of-School Time program, including supervision of the program to provide children and families high quality care in a safe and inclusive environment.

The Site Coordinator ensures curriculum is being implemented and staff are engaged. He/she helps develop programming committed to healthy living, social responsibility, and youth development.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Develop program educators in designing lesson plans/curriculum to align with STEAM based curriculum
• Supervise group leaders to ensure engaging child: staff interactions and curriculum implementation
• Ensure staff do "name to face" attendance to ensure all children are accounted for at all times
• Maintain open and positive communication and interaction among the programs and partners; engagement of parents/families
• Design curriculum that offers a variety of activities which supports the development of each student in Healthy Living, Social Responsibility, and Youth Development
• Act as a mentor and resource for site staff to maintain a positive program climate.
• Translate EEC state regulations into daily practices.
• Ensure the use of positive behavior guidance among program staff.
• Assist with Lead enrollment, recruitment, and retention of students & families along with Program Administrator.
• Promotes and incorporates the YMCA four core values and relevant trainings into all aspects of work, including curriculum, program, and staff and parent/youth interactions.
• Work in camp during the summer months adhering to DPH regulations.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

1. Bachelor's or Associates degree in education or related field or equivalent preferred
2. Minimum age of 20
3. Must meet EEC Qualifications for a site coordinator in regards to experience working with school aged children
4. Ability to relate effectively with diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of
   the community
5. Ability to lead, teach, and interact with children, staff, teachers, parents/guardians, and the school community
6. Knowledge of and ability to facilitate Early Education & Care (EEC) regulations

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Sufficient strength, agility and mobility to perform essential functions of position and to safely supervise children's activities.

• An annual physical confirmed by a physician's statement, including documentation of 2 MMR immunizations.
• Clean criminal record check. (Must be able to pass an EEC Background Records Check prior to working directly with children.)
• Verification of education and work experience for Position.
• Completion of the DEEC Online Orientation Course for new educators within first 30 days of hire
• Completion of Redwoods Online Trainings within first 30 days of hire.
• Complete First Aid and CPR certifications within the first 30 days of hire.
• Coordinator qualified by Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) regulations