Director of Extended Care - Saint Peter School, Capitol Hill

Catholic Schools Office, Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Washington•Washington, DC

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Saint Peter School on Capitol Hill is seeking a Director of Extended Care to oversee all daily operations of their before-care, after-care, and enrichment programs. This role involves program leadership, student supervision, staff management, family communication, safety and compliance, and administrative responsibilities. The Director will be responsible for creating an engaging and safe environment for students, managing staff, and ensuring smooth program operations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Education, Child Development, Recreation, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Minimum 3–5 years of experience working with school-age children
Minimum 2 years of supervisory or leadership experience
Strong organizational and communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
Background clearance as required by school and local regulations
Strong leadership and team management skills
Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building abilities
Sound judgment and decision-making
Conflict resolution and problem-solving skills
Commitment to child safety and student development
Ability to uphold confidentiality and professionalism

Nice To Haves

Experience managing before-care or after-care programs
Familiarity with Catholic school environments
Training in behavior management or social-emotional learning
Experience with student information and billing systems

Responsibilities

Oversee all daily operations of the before-care, after-care, and enrichment programs.
Source and onboard local enrichment providers for after school activities.
Create and monitor registration forms and communicate with families about registrations.
Develop and maintain age-appropriate schedules, routines, and enrichment activities.
Ensure smooth student check-in/check-out procedures and accurate attendance tracking.
Establish and maintain program policies, procedures, and safety protocols.
Monitor program quality and continuously improve offerings.
Provide daily, active supervision to ensure student safety, well-being, and positive behavior.
Foster a welcoming, inclusive, and respectful environment for all students.
Design engaging recreational, academic, and enrichment activities.
Support students’ social-emotional growth through positive behavior guidance and conflict resolution.
Recruit, train, schedule, supervise, and evaluate extended care staff.
Provide ongoing coaching and professional development to staff.
Ensure appropriate staffing ratios are always maintained.
Lead regular staff meetings to promote consistency and program excellence.
Serve as the primary point of contact for families regarding extended care.
Communicate program registrations, billing, updates, expectations, and student concerns clearly and professionally.
Build strong partnerships with parents and guardians.
Address concerns and resolve issues promptly and thoughtfully.
Ensure compliance with school policies and applicable licensing/regulatory requirements.
Maintain emergency procedures, incident reporting, and health/safety protocols.
Administer first aid or coordinate emergency response when needed.
Ensure secure release of students to authorized caregivers only.
Manage registration, enrollment, attendance, and billing records.
Track program supplies and oversee purchasing within budget guidelines.
Prepare reports and maintain accurate documentation.
Coordinate with school administration on program planning and resource allocation.