Site Coordinator for Before and After School Program

Site Coordinator for Before and After School Program (JobID: 1214)Position Type: Before and After School Programs / Site Coordinator / Head TeacherLocation: New Fairfield Elementary School, New Fairfield, CTFull Time – Split Shift (onsite: 6:45-9:00 am and 3:15-6:00 pm, plus 1 hour off-site planning per day)MissionEdAdvance exists to promote the success of school districts and their communities. It is redefining what a Regional Education Service Center can be using a systemic approach – grounded in the 3C's (Connection Culture, and Customization). Focused on local and regional priorities, the agency reinvests expertise, energy, and resources to amplify the benefit of its constituents.Job DescriptionEdAdvance seeks a qualified applicant to work in the BASES (Before and After School Extended Services) at Newtown. The Site Coordinator works under the supervision of the BASES Administrative Team and must be professional, experienced with elementary school-aged children, possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, and be available during before-school (6:45 am-9:00 am) and after-school (3:15 pm-6:00 pm) hours.Major ResponsibilitiesSupervise and organize daily operations of the before and after school programSupervise children and provide a safe, welcoming environmentMaintain positive relationships with families, children, and school personnelKnow and follow Office of Early Childhood Child Care Center licensing regulationsMaintain student registrations and paperworkSet up and clean up of program siteAcquire First Aid/CPR/Meds Administration certification within 3 months of hirePerform other duties as assignedRegular and consistent attendance is considered an essential functionQualificationsRequires at least 6 credits in Early Childhood Education or related field, or the ability to complete the OEC Head Teacher Certification Course (˜40 hours online)Experience working with school-aged childrenKnowledge of child developmentAwareness of age-appropriate curriculum activitiesGood verbal and interpersonal communication skillsGood supervisory skillsAbility to maintain a positive work environment for staff and childrenPhysical RequirementsMust be able to stand for the entire shift and move through indoor and outdoor program space with studentsApplication ProcedureApplications should be submitted by visiting EdAdvance's employment page at http://edadvance.org/about-us/employment and clicking the "APPLY" button next to the job posting of interest.Equal Opportunity EmploymentEdAdvance does not discriminate in any of its programs, activities or employment practices on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital or familial status, pregnancy, genetic information, or status as a domestic violence victim (along with any other classification protected by law). EdAdvance further provides equal access to the Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, and all other designated youth groups. To file a complaint of discrimination, write Director, Office of Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Washington, DC 20250-9410, or the Connecticut Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities, 450 Columbus Boulevard, Hartford, CT 06103. For inquiries concerning compliance with nondiscrimination policies, contact HR@edadvance.org.In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state law, we provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Applicants requiring accommodation to complete the application or interview process should contact Human Resources.J-18808-Ljbffr