Location: This position will be based out of the Johnson School in Nahant

 

POSITION SUMMARY:

Our YMCA in Lynn Massachusetts is looking for a great Site Coordinator for the Out-of-School Time program at the Johnson School in Nahant. This position will supervise the OST program to provide children and families of high-quality education 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:

• Bachelor's or Associates degree in education or related field or equivalent preferred
• Minimum age of 20
• Must meet EEC Qualifications for a site coordinator in regards to experience working with school aged children
• Ability to relate effectively with diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of
    the community
• Ability to lead, teach, and interact with children, staff, teachers, parents/guardians, and the school community
• 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.

ADDITIONAL APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

• 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) regulation