PROGRAM & POSITION SUMMARY

The Extended Care and Enrichment Program (ECEP) Coordinator must enjoy working with school-aged children/teens. S/he is responsible for planning activities, ensuring the safety of all children in the program, serving after school snacks, and interacting with children and their families in a positive manner.  The ECEP Coordinator is able to work independently as well as within a team.  The candidate must have a positive attitude,  demonstrate  leadership skills  and serve as a bilingual role model to participants in the program. This position is ideal for someone who is looking to work 15-18 hours per week in the afternoons.  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Playtime

One of the main duties for the ECEP Coordinator is planning and supervising activities for students in both Spanish and English. This can mean fun play, such as arts and crafts, scrabble, chess, read-alouds, as well as daily indoor and outdoor activities that focus on skills in sports, music, or dance. Children in ECEP spend a lot of time outside the home and away from parents, so it's important that during these activities attendants keep a close eye on the children, documenting for any behavioral  concerns or emotional issues they may need to discuss with parents.

Snacks

ECEP Coordinator is responsible for planning and serving snacks for children. This includes preparing food and drinks, cleaning dishes, and putting away food.

Schoolwork

ECEP Coordinator collaborates with teachers to provide additional support for students outside the classroom, helping with reading, math, or other subjects. ECEP Coordinator also ensures that students get their homework done.

Safety

As the responsible adult in the room, ECEP Coordinator needs to able to respond to basic emergencies and to look out for children's welfare while in their care. ECEP Coordinator is trained in CPR and basic first aid. If a child takes medications, the ECEP Coordinator also needs to know the protocols involved and know how to respond to a health emergency.

Logistics

ECEP Coordinator is responsible for setting up and breaking down the care space. ECEP Coordinator is also responsible for writing daily, weekly and/or monthly reports of children's behaviors and habits, and communicating that information to parents, teachers, and the Principal. ECEP Coordinator also keeps track of payments, and helps schedule the right amount of staff for the number of kids attending the program.

COORDINATION

• Plans and coordinates activities (small and large) for all students.

• Maintains all small playground and classroom equipment and storage.

• Collaborates with Principal and teachers on thematic curriculum projects.

• Mix of movement, fitness activities, cooperative games, group challenges and initiatives, outdoor activities, and competitive games/team sport skill development.

• Coordinates large and small groups for assistance with homework.

• Communicates proactively with parents regarding student issues.

• Mediates conflicts between children, focusing on “accountable-talk.”

• Manages incidents that may occur.

• Attends trainings, as directed.

ADMINISTRATION

• Keeps up-to-date records of attendance.

• Keeps up-to-date records of weekly lesson plans and changes.

• Reports any problems or incidents immediately to the Principal and/or teachers.

• Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age

• Must have a warm and friendly personality, be sensitive to the feelings and needs of others, be able to relate well to children, and be willing to fulfill responsibilities in accordance with MDJDA program and philosophy.

Education & Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years documented relevant experience working with grade school children in a classroom setting.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to supervise elementary-aged children.

• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

• An understanding of Diocesan school community life.

• Motivated self-starter who is outgoing and flexible.

• Demonstrates the necessary attitude, knowledge, and skills to deliver culturally competent services and to work effectively in cross-cultural situations.

• Bilingual in Spanish and English.

Compensation:    $14.00/hr., entry level pay.

To apply please send your resume and cover letter via email to smartinez@materdeicatholic.org. Applications without cover letters will not be considered.

Revised 11/2016