Afterschool Program Coordinator

 

Manage an afterschool program by developing curriculum, collaborating with the host school and creating partnerships with community agencies. Supervise and train program staff. 

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Education, Recreation, Physical Education, Sports Science, or other closely related field; OR an equivalent combination of related education and experience.Due to the nature of this position, the successful applicant must pass a required pre-employment background check and subsequent mandatory background checks in accordance with current County Human Resources policy requirements.  A valid Driver’s License issued by the State of Utah may be required to operate a vehicle.  Must have the ability to travel to and from Youth Services facilities. 

 

Ability to lift at least 20 pounds.

 

The following duties and responsibilities are intended to be representative of the work performed by the incumbent(s) in this position and are not all-inclusive. The omission of specific duties and responsibilities will not preclude it from the position.

 

Applicants must be prepared to demonstrate the ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

• Creates the structure of the afterschool program based on state and grant standards.
• Develops curriculum, activities, clubs, and events that align with the school’s core subjects.
• Oversees temporary staff, includes hiring, orienting, training, and assigning work.
• Holds regular staff meetings.
• Creates and maintains collaborative partnerships with community organizations.
• Works closely with host school administration; attends faculty and team meetings.
• Participates in activities as requested by school administration and the division.
• Schedules and monitors classes and activities taught by independent contractors and teachers.
• Coordinates with host school to compile weekly, monthly, and annual statistics and records.
• Evaluates afterschool program and events to ensure effectiveness.
• Monitors assigned programs expenditures and makes adjustments as necessary.
• Recommends and makes needed purchases.
• Actively attend regular team meetings and contribute feedback.
• Creates participant recruitment and retention plan, establishes registration process and participant statistics.
• Creates and maintains communication plan with parents of enrolled participants.

 

Knowledge of: 

• Curriculum planning and development
• Community outreach practices
• Marketing principles and practices Positive behavior support principles
• Youth Development and/or school age Education

Skills and Abilities to:

• Interact and supervise at-risk youth of all ages, cultures, and socioeconomic backgrounds
• Manage and supervise staff and instructors
• Lead and communicate with diverse groups of all sizes
• Follow written procedures and instructions
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Work with a multi-disciplinary team and community partners
• Perform public relations activities
• Organize and prioritize multiple tasks