Before/After School Child Care Coordinator

Bishop O'Gorman Catholic Schools Recruit & Hire•Sioux Falls, SD

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About The Position

St. Mary Elementary School is seeking an energetic and dedicated Before & After School Coordinator to lead our vibrant program for the 2026-2027 school year! This role involves creating a safe, enriching environment for children, nurturing their growth, learning, and fun before and after the school bell rings. The program operates Monday through Friday, from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM at St. Mary Elementary School. The mission of Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools is to form a community of faith and learning by promoting a Catholic way of life through Gospel values and academic excellence. The ideal candidate will exhibit the Core Values of Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools: Faith, Unity, Excellence and Integrity, and create an environment of trust.

Requirements

Willingness and ability to effectively make known the Catholic Church’s teachings through the varied ministry activities expected of this position.
Willingness and ability to act as an outstanding personal witness to the Catholic faith and religion by living both one’s professional and personal life in accordance with the doctrines and moral teachings of the Roman Catholic Church, as embodied in the various documents of the Roman Catholic Church, including, without limitation, the Catechism of the Roman Catholic Church
Coordinator must meet one of the following requirements per SD DSS licensing rules: Have a bachelor’s degree in a field of education or human development, Have a two-year degree in early childhood education, Have a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or comparable credential, as determined by the department, Hold certification in a specific child learning philosophy and have at least one year of experience in a child care setting, Have a child development technician diploma, Have four years of experience in a center or school age program
Exhibit the core values of Bishop O † Gorman Catholic Schools: Faith, Unity, Excellence, and Integrity
Self-starter
High Energy
Strong interpersonal skills
Must be adept at caring for children typically age 3 to 12 years.
Must be able to comprehend policies, procedures and guidelines
Mobility required
Adapts well to a variety of tasks
May be exposed to infectious disease, blood and body fluids and occasionally to odors and dusts
Planning and organizational skills
Problem solving and decision-making ability
Child friendly personality
Meets expectations of Principal
Communicates well with staff, students, and parents
Interacts with students and staff in a professional manner
Maintains confidentiality
Responds to direction and was supportive of team effort
Supportive of the mission of Bishop O † Gorman Catholic Schools
Ability to work daytime hours, primarily Monday-Friday
Clarity of vision
Ability to speak English clearly
Ability to hear and distinguish sounds, including speech, alarms and other work environment sounds
Fine hand motor skills to include and not limited to keyboarding, writing, grasping, holding, and repetitive motion
Ability to frequently sit, stand, and walk through work day
Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds occasionally
Ability to push/pull up to 50 pounds occasionally
Ability to intermittently bend, squat, and reach overhead

Nice To Haves

Previous child care experience preferred
Strong interpersonal skill beneficial

Responsibilities

Promote the mission of Bishop O † Gorman Catholic Schools
Provide and maintain a safe environment for children
Complete the weekly snack order
Plan, organize, and order supplies for engaging activities
Manage and organize daily activities for children ages 3-12
Prepare sign in/out sheets and manage student schedules and pickup changes
Coordinate staff scheduling to ensure ratios set by the Department of Social Services are met
Provide staff with list of students and supplies that are needed
Maintain employee training records
Attend BASC Coordinator meetings to review operations, policies, plans, concerns, etc.
Report concerns to Principal immediately
Complete the required training
Maintain relationships and effective communication with parents
Maintain privacy and confidentiality at all times
Foster positive relationships and teamwork among staff and students by maintaining good rapport and managing conflicts
Follow Department of Social Service licensing guidelines and maintain required documentation/paperwork for easy access if needed by the state or central office
Successfully prepare and complete inspections with the Department of Social Services
Facilitate emergency drills and educate staff and students on proper procedures
Provide childcare coverage if staffing is not adequate
Perform various duties as assigned