Aftercare Director

Under the direction of the School Principal, the Aftercare Director will be responsible for maintaining the coordination and implementation of all enrichment/academic aftercare programs. The specific duties of the Aftercare Director include program development and planning, and participation in staff development as needed. The Aftercare Director will provide a safe, nurturing, and well-supervised after care program; be the liaison with Principal, parents, teachers, volunteers, and visitors to display the school and the program positively. This position is responsible for planning and development of the creative learning environment, establishment of interest centers, and preparation of needed materials and supplies. In addition, the After Care Director is responsible for the collection of program data, providing reports for compliance, and assisting with administrative support. The After Care Director must have the ability to establish authority through leadership, communication, and most importantly patience. The Aftercare Director will be required to give our students the stability and nurturing atmosphere. The After Care Director will be directly responsible for creating a positive, fun and safe atmosphere aligned to our Christian values. The Aftercare Director shall also represent Forest City Adventist School in the SDA community church and serve on site and/or organization committees, as needed/requested.

Skills, Education, and Experience Required:

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Certificate and one year experience in working with children in an organized setting.
• Candidate will need CPR/First Aid training and FDLE fingerprint clearance before hiring.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

• Safe practices in classroom and playground activities.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
• Basic record-keeping techniques.
• Learn child guidance principles and practices.
• Communicate and maintain effective relationships with students, parents, staff and the public.
• Perform routine clerical duties.
• Print and write legibly.
• Learn procedures, functions and limitations of assigned duties.
• Communicate and effectively understand both orally and in writing.
• Learn to apply and explain policies and procedures related to school and program activities.
• Work cooperatively with others.
• Monitor, observe and report student behavior according to approved policies and procedures.
• Operate instructional and office equipment.
  

Job Responsibilities:

• PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT:
  
  • Responsible for immediately reporting and documenting any and all injuries or incidents to Principal and parents.
  • Must be able to fluently speak, read and write English.
  • Ability to create and implement fun, engaging developmentally appropriate activities in the areas of character development, project-based learning, art, fitness and recreation, academics/enrichment. 
  • Maintain cleanliness and order in all program areas; including safekeeping equipment and materials.
  • Weekly meetings with Principal to discuss activities, overall progress of the program and make changes as needed.
  • Design a site program schedule/calendar together with Principal that includes a variety of enrichment, and recreational activities that may align with monthly themes activities, etc.
  • Develop rapport and build relationships with faculty, staff and family members.
  • Provide supply order requests, as needed.
  • Maintain an After Care binder enrollment rosters, emergency contact and billing information as needed.
  • Collect after-school payments.
  • Ability to lead and supervise fitness activities, monitor behavior, activities and perform housekeeping responsibilities.
  • Communicates effectively and in a professional manner with school administrators, school staff and parents on a regular basis regarding program activities or other concerns.
  • Ability to clearly convey messages regarding organizational policies, procedures and practices.
  • Ability to recognize potential issues and problem solve methods as needed.
  • Ability to observe staff and member behavior, assess its appropriateness and apply the appropriate behavior management technique, positive redirection, or corrective action as necessary in order to support positive behavior choices.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
• PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
  • Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision and hearing.
  • Work is performed while standing, sitting and/or walking.
  • Requires the use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations.
  • Requires bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, reaching.
  • Requires the ability to lift, carry, push or pull medium weights, up to 50 pounds