Dir, Before & After Care

Charter Schools USA•West Palm Beach, FL

About The Position

The Director of Before & After Care oversees the Before and After Care program and helps maintain an orderly, safe, and pleasant atmosphere in the cafeteria, on the playground, and in other designated areas. The role supervises and supports staff and students during authorized programs in accordance with CSUSA policies and school procedures. Responsibilities span daily operations, program infrastructure, and finances, including student registration and dismissal, staff oversight, activities, recordkeeping, and budget compliance.

Requirements

High school diploma or higher.
Three years of experience in childcare management.
Ability to lead people and achieve results through others.
Reliability, punctuality, ability to follow instructions and management direction, and willingness to solicit feedback to improve performance.
Excellent interpersonal skills, including courtesy, professionalism, tact, diplomacy, and the ability to handle sensitive and confidential situations.
Excellent oral, presentation, written, and active-listening skills; ability to negotiate and influence; strong phone etiquette.
Proactive approach, initiative, creativity, project follow-through, and commitment to quality.
Ability to work with staff and individuals at all organizational levels while being sensitive to corporate needs, employee goodwill, and public image.
Strong customer and student orientation.
Ability to work with large amounts of data, research and interpret records, detect errors, and make corrections.
Attention to quality, accuracy, and thoroughness, with a commitment to best practices.
Strong supervisory skills.
Computer literacy and proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and a Student Information System (SIS).
Fingerprint/background check with the district required before the start date.

Nice To Haves

CPR training or other special certifications.
Knowledge of QuickBooks.

Responsibilities

Oversee student registration, staff and student monitoring, and student sign-in, check-in, and dismissal procedures.
Observe who enters and leaves child care areas.
Oversee or assist students with homework, distribute snacks, and supervise or participate in playground activities.
Coordinate field trips.
Ensure staff background checks and work references have been conducted.
Plan age-specific craft and entertainment programs; purchase crafts and snacks.
Plan Spring/Summer Camp programs when applicable.
Submit reports and maintain records.
Plan the budget in coordination with the Business Administrator or Regional Business Administrator and ensure compliance with it.
Receive and handle money in accordance with CSUSA guidelines.
Oversee collection of accounts receivable and NSF checks.
Maintain accurate financial records and an up-to-date customer database.
Perform other duties as assigned.