Bay Area Community Resources (BACR) is looking for an energetic, highly motivated individual to become an After School Program Coordinator to oversee a comprehensive school-based after-school program. The program must include three primary components: Academics, Enrichment, and Nutrition (provided by the school district).
Programs operate during and after school hours in person, five days a week. The position is up to 8 hours a day and 40 hours per week. This is a supervisory position overseeing 5+ staff part-time staff members.
Position Title: Expanded Learning Program Coordinator
Reports To: BACR Program Manager
Benefits:
- Salaried - Full Time
- Compensation: $65,000-$70,000/yr dependent on experience
- Paid BACR holidays and school holidays (one to two weeks during winter, spring, and the end of summer)
- Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, FSA (medical, dependent, transit), employee assistance program, wellness/mental health program
- Supervisory position
- Professional development opportunities
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree or 2 years college (minimal 48 college units) with 2 years related experience
- Ability to work effectively with diverse district/school staff, students, parents, and community members
- Must have a working ability with computers (composing email, scanning, Microsoft office), Zoom and GSuite (Gmail, Google Drive, Google Classroom, and Google Meets).
- Must possess classroom and behavioral management skills for groups of up to 15 students via distance learning platforms
- Must possess a strong interest and willingness in supporting students’ learning using online platforms.
- Must be able to adapt to change and learn new skills
- Must be confident speaking in public settings
- Experience working in youth programs
- Experience working in a school and/or non-profit setting
- Able to implement and supervise a positive and safe learning environment incorporating academics, enrichment and physical activities
- Experience hiring, supervising, and evaluating staff
- Comfortable managing and evaluating staff virtually
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate a high degree of integrity
- Must pass a criminal background check and TB test clearance
- Able to start immediately
Responsibilities:
Collaborative Duties:
- Foster strong partnerships with the school principal, district partners, city partners and families
- Provide program orientation, encourage involvement, and maintain monthly contact with families and the school community
- Build and maintain relationships with community partners to enhance programming offerings and resources
- Lead a team of after-school program staff to ensure a positive learning environment and program best practices
- Work with the BACR Manager, District Partners, principal and teachers to craft programs that support the school site’s goals for student development and academic achievement. Align these activities with the regular school day
- Acquire and leverage in-kind resources
Program Implementation and Quality Assurance:
- Develop, implement, and oversee after-school activities and curricula that align with the Expanded Learning Program Quality Standards.
- Ensure programs are designed to meet academic, social-emotional, and recreational needs of middle school students.
- Create and adapt learning experiences that promote inquiry-based learning, critical thinking, and skill development.
- Integrate a variety of learning opportunities, such as tutoring, arts, STEM, physical activities, and social-emotional learning (SEL).
- Manage day-to-day operations of the program to ensure compliance
- Ensure the safety and supervision of children at all times including promoting a safe and positive cyber environment following BACR’s distance learning guidelines for students/participants
- Create an inclusive environment for students and deliver anti-bias and culturally relevant project-based learning and activities
- Hire, train, and supervise a team of instructional and support staff, ensuring they are well-prepared to implement high-quality, engaging programming (Staf recruitment, coaching, performance management, and termination)
- Effectively manage student recruitment, enrollment, scheduling and registration procedures to meet program attendance goals
- Collect and analyze data to evaluate student outcomes and program effectiveness, making data-driven adjustments as needed
- Maintain effective communication with families, keeping them informed of program activities, student progress, and opportunities for involvement
Administrative and Fiscal Management:
- Ensure all records are complete, organized, and on file for 5 years
- Monitor and approve staff electronic timesheets and contractor invoices
- Create and deliver distance learning programs through the use of technology (Zoom, G Suite, Microsoft Office)
- Help design and implement a sustainability plan for the After School Program
- Submit all required documentation and reports to BACR and the district on a timely basis
- Participate in all meetings, workshops, and activities organized by BACR and district agencies
- Other duties as assigned.
Essential Functions:
- Ability to lift and carry 25 pounds
- Ability to travel to required meetings
- Ability to purchase, manage, and track inventory of supplies and equipment
- Ability to work with Microsoft Office and Web based programs
- Must be punctual and reliable
- Ability to multi-task and successfully handle competing deadlines
- Ability to work with minimal supervision
- Must have excellent written and oral communication skills
Personal Qualities:
- A commitment to and strong belief in BACR’s Mission, Organizational Values and Best Practices.
- Ability to maintain goals and priorities in dealing with varying challenges
- Ability to be flexible in working with people and organizations of different viewpoints
- Creativity, enthusiasm, and a dedication to youth development
- A passion for working with middle school students and a strong commitment to creating inclusive, supportive environments.
About Us
Bay Area Community Resources (BACR) promotes the healthy development of individuals, families and communities through direct services, volunteerism, and partnerships in the San Francisco Bay Area.
We have deep respect for the communities we serve throughout the Greater San Francisco Bay Area, the dedicated staff who show up for those in need, and the opportunity we have been given through this work to promote resilience in tens of thousands of individuals every year.
BACR is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate, support, and thrive on diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment w/o regard to perceived age, marital or familial status, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, race, creed, color, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, physical or mental disability including AIDS or AIDS-Related Complex or military status.
Visit our website at www.bacr.org.
Above is the pay range for this position that we reasonably expect to pay. Individual compensation is based on various factors including experience/education, skillset, and geographic location.
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