After School Program Site Coordinator (High School) - Pomona, CA

L.E.A.R.N.•Pomona, CA

About The Position

SUMMARY OF POSITION A Site Coordinator oversees a PREP program at a single high school (9th-12th grade) intended to encourage a culture of learning by providing students with the knowledge, skills, and resources for academic and personal success. Programming may occur inside or outside of the classroom during the school day, after school, on weekends, or during the summer. Activities may include tutoring, personal enrichment, life skills, recreation, and other activities that facilitate success. A Site Coordinator is responsible for the planning, implementation, and oversight of programming including the supervision of Youth Leaders who work directly with students. Under supervision from a Program Quality Supervisor, a Site Coordinator trains and evaluates staff, and works closely with school administration, faculty, parents, and students to ensure that programming meets the needs of the school and its students, as well as the policies of the California and/or Federal Department of Education.

Requirements

A Bachelor’s Degree, or, four years of experience working with youth in an educational setting. Education and experience can combine for the 4 years (i.e. AA and 2 years of experience).
Ability to pass a district examination for instructional assistants
Knowledge of youth development
Interest in working with at-risk youth to help them achieve their highest potential
Ability to communicate and work effectively with students, parents, school staff and other stakeholders
Ability to effectively supervise and manage the performance of coaching staff
Ability to work as part of a team and act as a positive role model for students
Ability to understand the needs and differences of children
Ability to balance emotional support and discipline to deal with child behavior issues
Excellent organizational and managerial skills, attention to details, and sound judgment
Strong writing skills. Competence and comfort with computer applications such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), Adobe Acrobat, and web-based communication tools, such as e-mail and Internet.
Requires the visual acuity to observe the activity of children and others. Must be able to lift and carry small loads (up to 25 lbs.) and stand for prolonged hours.
Must complete Live Scan Department of Justice and FBI Criminal Background Check and obtain health clearance (TB Test).

Nice To Haves

A Bachelor's degree, experience supervising staff, and prior history of successful implementation of youth programs is highly desired.
Ability to speak Spanish is desired.

Responsibilities

Oversee the general operation of day to day programming at a designated LEARN partner school
Develop and foster positive relationships with school administration, faculty, staff, parents and students
Plan and coordinate programming with input from school administration, ASB students, teachers, parents, counselors, and Title I Coordinators via a program Advisory Board.
Develop staffing plan to implement programming
Supervise Youth Leaders including performance monitoring and evaluation, recommendations for hiring, and proving direct input to staff disciplinary decisions
Monitor expenses on a regular basis to ensure that the program costs remain within the program budget
Regularly meet with teachers, principals, and other instructional-day staff to align after school activities with the students’ instructional-day curriculum or to ensure that after school activities align with the interests and goals of the students
Ensure that student attendance is accurately recorded and reported and meets program plan goals and grant guidelines
Work with school staff, parents, and students to recruit and retain students in programming
Ensure that Youth Leaders record their time and submit all required paperwork accurately and timely
Maintain individual and group documentation of program participation and academic progress (electronic and hard copy)
Distribute and collect evaluation instruments
Assist with periodic reporting tasks
Attend monthly Site Coordinator professional development, regular school all-staff meetings, and meet with the principal on a monthly basis
Other duties as assigned