After School Program Coordinator

MSGL After-School Program Coordinator

Are you passionate about working with children and creating a positive impact on their lives? Do you have the desire to inspire and mentor young minds while fostering a love for learning? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

We are currently seeking a motivated and dedicated After-School Program Coordinator to join our team at the Montessori School of Greater Lafayette. This role involves supervising children aged 6 through 12 after regular class hours every Monday through Friday from 3:00 to 5:45pm, giving them a relaxed space to unwind and decompress at the end of their day, while also providing engaging, enriching activities for them.

Experience and Academic Requirements:

• Prefer a minimum of one year of experience working with children
• Minimum of a high school diploma or GED

Personal Qualifications:

The ideal candidate for this role possesses the following qualities and traits:

• Ability to model the traits he/she wishes to develop in the students, including respect for others and their opinions, a desire to assist others in need, and an organized and orderly approach to tasks.
• Ability to work both as a team member and independently, fostering a positive self-esteem and encouraging the same in students.
• Displays a genuine love of learning and exhibits curiosity about the world, inspiring students to explore and discover.
• Upholds confidentiality in professional dealings and is open to accepting direction and supervision.
• Demonstrates honesty in financial dealings and manages personal responsibilities effectively without interfering with school duties.

General Responsibilities:

As the After-School Program Coordinator, you will be responsible for the supervision of children who remain at school after regular class hours. Your primary focus will be on providing a safe and nurturing environment for the children, where they can engage in various activities and decompress after a full day at school.

Specific Duties:

• Arrive at 3:00 p.m. Monday through Friday to help end the day in our lower elementary classroom and set up the extended day area.
• Greet children at 3:15 p.m. and ensure a smooth transition from regular classes to the after-school program.
• Plan and provide outdoor or indoor activities that are fun, educational, and developmentally appropriate for the age group.
• Ensure parents sign out children as they arrive for pick up, maintaining a safe and organized dismissal process.
• Clean up the program area after activities and lock up the designated spaces by 6:00 p.m.
• Perform any other duties as directed by the Executive Director to support the school's overall mission.

If you are excited about making a difference in the lives of young learners and possess the necessary qualifications and personal qualities, we encourage you to apply for the MSGL After-School Program Coordinator position. Join us in shaping a bright future for our students and fostering a love for learning that lasts a lifetime.

To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and passion for working with children.