The Extended Day Coordinator is a full time extended day staff member, who also acts as the day-to-day program lead. They are responsible for leading the school’s extended day program and all day camps (breaks, report card writing, and family conferences), as well as supervising and supporting Extended Day staff members. The Extended Day Coordinator plans and implements all aspects of these programs, as well as leading and running our Summer Blast program.

Coordinator Essential Responsibilities

• Manage staff and be prepared to be on-site to oversee the extended day program.
• Manage communication with all families so they know what to expect and how to best engage in program offerings.
• Manage the organization and implementation of all day camps (mid-winter break, spring break, teacher/guardian conferences, and report writing days)
• Collaborate with the administrative team to establish systems and best practices for the safety and well-being of our programs and program participants.
• Manage feedback and issue resolutions for teachers, parents, and students as needed.
• Manage purchasing of extended day materials and snacks in partnership with the business office.
• In collaboration with the ECE Coordinator, ensure compliance with the Department of Early Licensing requirements, including maintaining STARS hours and coordinating the Early Achievers program.
• Hire, onboard and train staff.
• Manage the day-to-day operations of our Summer Blast Program
• Focus on continual personal growth and support growth in the Extended Day Staff, using the Giddens Teaching Standards framework.
  
  

Instructor Essential Responsibilities

• Provide breaks for daytime lead teachers and assistants
• Plan a selection of highly engaging projects/activities each day that are appropriate and adaptable for ages within assigned group, and that promote an atmosphere of fun and collaboration
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with students
• Actively participate in the full life of the school
• Create a responsive classroom environment that attends to the positive social-emotional development of children
• Supervise students in a variety of settings, including, but not limited to, the classroom and playground
• Provide a professional level of communication with students, families, and Giddens staff
  
  

Qualifications And Skills

• All candidates must demonstrate a commitment to the school’s mission, values, and philosophy, especially related to diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Associate’s Degree or Bachelor's Degree (Concentration in Education, Nonprofit Management, or equivalent (preferred)
• Minimum of two years of experience working with children ages 3 to 10
• Supervisory experience coupled with strong leadership skills, with the ability to delegate and set clear expectations
• Excellent organization skills
• A desire to work with families and staff
• A desire to work in a diverse community
  
  

Requirements

• Work hours are 9:30am-6:00pm
• Produce a current TB test result
• Pass a background check.