Before/After School Coordinator

The Illinois Association of School Administrators; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The Illinois Association of School Administrators is seeking a Before/After School Coordinator to plan and implement age-appropriate activities for children, supervise staff, and maintain a safe, engaging program before and after school.

You will develop schedules, coordinate staff, communicate with parents, and handle administrative tasks while ensuring safety and compliance with health guidelines.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; some college coursework preferred.
• Experience working with children in a school or childcare setting, preferably before/after school program.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with children, parents, and staff.
• Knowledge of child development and best practices for managing groups of children.
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and implement age-appropriate educational, recreational, and enrichment activities for children before and after school.
• Supervise children during before/after school hours, ensuring their safety and well-being.
• Develop and maintain a structured schedule, including time for academic support, physical activities, arts and crafts, and recreational games.
• Supervise, mentor, and support a team of program assistants or volunteers.
• Develop and maintain a schedule to fully staff the program and coordinate subs as-needed.
• Assign tasks and responsibilities to staff and ensure they are carried out effectively.
• Conduct regular staff meetings to discuss program updates, staff performance, and any issues that may arise.
• Act as the main point of contact for parents regarding the before/after school program.
• Maintain positive and professional relationships with parents and guardians, providing regular updates on their children’s activities and well-being.
• Address parent concerns or complaints promptly and professionally, ensuring high satisfaction with the program.
• Provide a welcoming environment where children feel valued, safe, and engaged.
• Keep accurate records of attendance, incidents, and important communications.
• Maintain inventory of supplies and equipment, ensuring everything is in good working order.
• Assist with registration and enrollment for the program.
• Ensure that children follow health and safety protocols, including emergency drills, hygiene practices, and nutrition standards.
• Administer basic first aid when necessary.
• Enforce rules and policies for behavior, promoting positive discipline and conflict resolution techniques.
• Administration may assign other duties to the Before/After School Coordinator.

Skills

Child supervision

Staff supervision

Communication with parents

Organizational skills

First aid/cpr

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Some college coursework

Job description

• Plan, organize, and implement age-appropriate educational, recreational, and enrichment activities for children before and after school.
• Supervise children during before and after school hours, ensuring their safety and well-being.
• Develop and maintain a structured schedule, including time for academic support, physical activities, arts and crafts, and recreational games.

Supervision and Staff Management

• Supervise, mentor, and support a team of program assistants or volunteers.
• Develop and maintain a schedule to fully staff the program and coordinate subs as-needed.
• Assign tasks and responsibilities to staff and ensure that they are carrying them out effectively.
• Conduct regular staff meetings to discuss program updates, staff performance, and any issues that may arise.

Communication and Parent Interaction

• Act as the main point of contact for parents regarding the before/after school program.
• Maintain positive and professional relationships with parents and guardians, providing regular updates on their children’s activities and well-being.
• Address parent concerns or complaints promptly and professionally, ensuring high satisfaction with the program.
• Provide a welcoming environment where children feel valued, safe, and engaged.

Administrative Tasks

• Keep accurate records of attendance, incidents, and any important communications related to children and staff.
• Maintain inventory of supplies and equipment, ensuring that everything is in good working order.
• Assist with registration and enrollment for the program.

Health and Safety

• Ensure that children follow proper health and safety protocols, including emergency drills, hygiene practices, and nutrition standards.
• Administer basic first aid when necessary.
• Enforce rules and policies for behavior, promoting positive discipline and conflict resolution techniques.

Other Duties

Administration may assign other duties to the Before/After School Coordinator.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (some college coursework preferred).
• Previous experience working with children in a school or childcare setting, preferably in a before/after school program.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with children, parents, and staff.
• Knowledge of child development and best practices for managing groups of children.
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).

Salary/Benefits

• Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications

Additional Notes

• Hourly
• State and school required trainings
• Work year to be established by the Board