Kids Club Site Coordinator - United

YSS•Colfax Township, IA

2d•$19 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

YSS is seeking an enthusiastic, caring, fun, compassionate Kids Club Site Coordinator to join our Kids Club Team at United elementary school! The goal of Kids Club is to develop a safe, worthwhile, educational and fun experience for the children who participate. As the Kids Club Site Coordinator, you will be responsible for the day-to-day operation and programming in one of our Kids Club locations. As part of our well-trained, dedicated staff, you will strive to create an environment where children can build positive relationships with caring adults.

Requirements

A High School Diploma/equivalent and three years of experience in an elementary/middle school, child-care, or child development setting.
OR Associate's or higher degree and at least one year of experience in an elementary/middle school, child-care, or child development setting.
Embrace YSS core values - Commitment, Collaboration, Compassion, Innovation, Integrity, and a “Can Do” Spirit.

Nice To Haves

Associate's or higher degree in early childhood, child development, or elementary education
Successful completion of CPR/First Aid, Universal Precautions, and Mandatory Reporter Training. If not in place at time of hire, certifications must be obtained within the first three months of employment.
Experience working with individuals of diverse identities, including racial, ethnic, gender, sexual orientation and socio-economic status.
Experience as a supervisor.
Is a strong communicator both verbally and non-verbally, with excellent observational, listening, speaking, and writing skills.
Able to effectively communicate with a variety of audiences including customers, clients, and the public as well as colleagues and other staff members
Patient and calm under pressure and able to deal with challenging situations with a good attitude.
Can think and act quickly to resolve complex problems using creative/critical thinking, resourcefulness, and tact
Organized with a high attention to detail.
Able to manage time and resources effectively.
Loves working with children.
Can communicate with children at various levels of development.
Speak a language(s) in addition to English.
Has a basic understanding of the principles of child development.
Is creative.
Is enthusiastic.
Is excited to come to work everyday.
Is passionate about helping others and excited to come to work every day.
Has personal knowledge and understanding gained through lived experience and the ability to draw on that experience to support others on the journey to stability, recovery, and healing.

Responsibilities

Plan and implement all-day programming during the school year, in-service days, winter break, spring break, and summer.
Work with staff and community resources to identify recreational and educational activities.
Develop a structured service-learning plan for each school year, implementing themed monthly activities that align with program goals.
Provide leadership to site staff in the areas of behavior management, teaching, and administration.
Oversee the daily program from start to finish, including preparing and serving nutritious meals and snacks.
Supervise children in the program, monitoring behavior, participation, and performance.
Monitor check-in and check-out procedures, ensuring authorized drop-offs and pickups.
Track attendance, payments, relevant child and family data.
Complete required paperwork and attend all meetings and training sessions.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
Supplemental accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance
Accrued paid time off, plus paid time off for holidays, your birthday, and volunteering
Employee Assistance Program
Employee recognition program
Personal wellness programs
Pet insurance discounts
PSLF Program qualification
Retirement offerings
Training opportunities