CAP Site Director

Arlington Heights Park District•Arlington Heights, IL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Come join our Recreation Department staff as a CAP Site Director! Site Directors are responsible for planning, organizing, leading and supervising the participants through the activities of the Children at Play before and after school program in the assigned school site within School Districts 25, 59, and 21. Additional responsibilties include supervision of Asst. Site Directors & Activity Leaders. The typical schedule is Monday through Friday, with shifts available in the morning and afternoon. Additional hours may be required when school is not in session or is only in session for half of the day.

Requirements

Associate’s Degree in Education, Recreation, or related field; or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
Minimum three years of experience working with or supervising children in a childcare or program setting; supervisory experience preferred
Must pass Illinois Criminal Background Check (ISP fingerprint), DCFS CANTS screening, and TB test; CPR/AED (Child & Adult) certification required
Strong ability to work with school-aged children and maintain positive relationships with staff, families, and the public
Demonstrated leadership, teamwork, and customer service skills; ability to remain composed in high-stress or emergency situations
Self-motivated with the ability to follow through on tasks, work independently, and take direction from supervisors

Responsibilities

Creates, plans, and implements a variety of daily activities for CAP program, including, but not limited to: arts and crafts, sports, music, dance, games, nutrition, teambuilding, social activities, outdoor play, special events, and homework time.
Communicates with school staff daily-checking absences
Creates and distributes a monthly calendar/newsletter (electronically sent to CAP Supervisor)
Works closely with the inclusion staff to ensure a smooth transition for special needs participants
Distributes registration and all other CAP program information for upcoming half-day and full-day programs to all parents
Maintains an inventory of supplies, milk, and snacks, and submits requests to CAP Supervisor at least one week in advance
Follows and enforces the guidelines set forth by the CAP Staff and Parent Manuals and wears staff shirt as directed
Responsible for training new staff by covering information in the New Employee Packet
Assigns staff responsibilities for daily activities
Handles staff disciplinary issues as needed, including NWSRA-communicates with CAP Supervisor
Responsible for creating staff schedule-monitoring staff-to-participant ratios
Works with CAP Supervisor to schedule CAP staff on full and half days
Submits requests for time off, reports absences to the CAP Supervisor, and arranges for substitute staff as needed
Administers appropriate consequences for participants’ unacceptable behavior and refers more severe conduct problems to the CAP Supervisor