Site Coordinator

Parks & People•Baltimore, MD

About The Position

Parks & People has worked since 1984 to build public–private partnerships that sustain and improve Baltimore’s parks and green spaces, with a legacy of investing in projects that revitalize green programs that allow children, youth and adults to learn, grow, and explore their natural environment. Our vision is to ensure that everyone in Baltimore is connected to nature, their community and each other through vibrant parks and green spaces. SuperKids Camp is a six-week academic enrichment program designed to help elementary school-aged students in Baltimore City improve or maintain their scholastic skills during the summer months. We focus our efforts in the following areas — reading, environmental literacy, character development, basic math skills, and fostering an appreciation of the environment through hands-on learning and field trips. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITY: This position provides day-to-day management and leadership of a program site with 60-125 students and 5-10 staff.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in education or other related field
1-2 years of experience in supervisory or program management position
Knowledge of learning styles and methods of delivery
Ability to prepare lesson plans and training activities
Experience in summer camp or other OST program management
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Proficient in computer systems and MS Office software
Working knowledge of the Google Suite, including Google Classroom
Good oral/written communication skills
People skills and high energy needed to organize and motivate youth and staff
Analysis and synthesis ability needed to link goals of the program with the needs of camp site
Good time-management skills needed to handle multiple, concurrent activities, which are often associated with deadlines
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others

Nice To Haves

Education or youth program management experience
Knowledge of recreation centers and public-school education curriculum
Prior P&P summer programs experience
Working knowledge or fluency in another language, especially Spanish or French
Working knowledge of video conferencing software

Responsibilities

Coordinate Camp Site Activities and Logistics
Ensure adherence to schedule through smooth and timely transition between daily activities
Assist in coordination of field trips and transportation
Attend all enrichment activities, as scheduled
Ensure the safety and welfare of participants and staff assigned to site
Manage campsite in accord with guidelines and P&P policy
Oversee maintenance of records including student files, attendance records, and disciplinary actions taken
Serve as camp liaison with parents, partners, and volunteers
Contribute to final report on accomplishments of summer programs
Manage safe storage, distribution and return of participant medication
Maintain effective and consistent communication with Assistant Director of Operations and Assistant Director of Academics
Facilitate daily meetings with Academic Mentor to ensure quality instruction and that effective management is provided in all classrooms
Facilitate scheduled and consistent meetings with all site staff to ensure staff are adhering to camp policies and are receiving communications and updates from senior camp administration
Attend all required staffing meetings, as scheduled.
Oversee and enforce all safety precautions and policies
Supervise, Coach and Evaluate Staff
Assist staff in class and behavioral management techniques
Provide support to Academic Mentor with content delivery and coordinate additional training as needed
Complete and submit performance evaluations for staff
Review and approve staff time submissions, and perform other routine operational tasks
Cultivate, reinforce and promote a positive camp culture
Review weekly progress with curricula and enrichment activities