Out-of-School Time Coordinator - Secondary Level

Faribault School District; Faribault (MN); On-site; USD 59,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Faribault Public Schools is seeking an Out-of-School Time (OST) Coordinator to lead high-quality programs outside the traditional school day, supporting student development.

Under the direction of the Youth Programs Coordinator, you will plan, implement, supervise, and evaluate before/after school, summer, and non-school day activities, ensuring alignment with district priorities, safety, and inclusive practices.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of positive youth development and equitable practices.
• Experience coordinating youth programs and partnerships.
• Ability to analyze data and report on program outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and improvement of expanded learning programs aligned with district priorities and grants.
• Develop engaging academic, enrichment, leadership, and career readiness opportunities.
• Coordinate schedules, enrollment, transportation, meals, field trips, and daily operations.
• Develop systems to promote student engagement, belonging, leadership and positive youth development.
• Recruit, hire, train, supervise, coach, and evaluate program staff.
• Provide ongoing professional development and implement continuous quality improvements.
• Develop staff schedules and ensure effective program coverage.
• Foster a collaborative, inclusive, student-centered team culture.
• Collaborate with school administrators and counselors to identify students who benefit from OST.
• Coordinate programs supporting academic achievement, career readiness, and workforce readiness.
• Promote programs building relationships, confidence and leadership among students.
• Collect and analyze program data to evaluate effectiveness and guide improvements.
• Ensure programs provide equitable opportunities for diverse needs.

Skills

Youth development

Program management

Staff supervision

Grant compliance

Data analysis

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education, Community Education, Youth Development, Human Services, Recreation, Career and Technical Education, or a related field.

Job description

General Definition Of Work

The Out-of-School Time Coordinator provides leadership and oversight for high-quality programs and learning opportunities that take place outside of the traditional school day and support the academic, social, emotional, and physical development of students. Under the direction of the Youth Programs Coordinator, the Out-of-School Time Coordinator plans, implements, supervises, and evaluates programs offered before and after school, during the summer, and on other non-school days. This position ensures that programs are aligned with district priorities, student needs, safety expectations, and effective practices for working with youth.

Out-of-School Time (OST) Coordinator

The Out-of-School Time Coordinator provides leadership and oversight for high-quality programs and learning opportunities that take place outside of the traditional school day and support the academic, social, emotional, and physical development of students. Under the direction of the Youth Programs Coordinator, the Out-of-School Time Coordinator plans, implements, supervises, and evaluates programs offered before and after school, during the summer, and on other non-school days. This position ensures that programs are aligned with district priorities, student needs, safety expectations, and effective practices for working with youth.

The Out-of-School Time Coordinator supervises program staff, manages daily operations, develops partnerships, oversees program logistics and resources, and works collaboratively with school staff, students, families, and community partners to provide safe, engaging, inclusive, and meaningful learning opportunities.

Essential Duties

Program Leadership

• Lead the planning, implementation, coordination, and improvement of expanded learning programs aligned with district priorities, school improvement goals, and grant requirements.
• Develop engaging academic, enrichment, leadership, career exploration, college readiness, workforce development, and service-learning opportunities.
• Coordinate program schedules, student enrollment, transportation, attendance, meals, field trips, and daily program operations.
• Develop systems that promote student engagement, belonging, leadership, and positive youth development.

Staff Leadership & Operations

• Recruit, hire, train, supervise, coach, and evaluate program staff.
• Provide ongoing professional development and implement continuous quality improvement practices.
• Develop staff schedules and ensure effective program coverage.
• Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and student-centered team culture.

Program Quality and Student Success

• Collaborate with school administrators, counselors, teachers, and Community School Coordinators to identify students who would benefit from expanded learning opportunities.
• Coordinate programs that support academic achievement, credit recovery, career and college readiness, workforce readiness, civic engagement, and postsecondary success.
• Promote and coordinate programs that help students build positive relationships, confidence, leadership skills, independence, and a sense of belonging.
• Collect, analyze, and report program data to evaluate effectiveness, guide improvements, and meet district and grant reporting requirements.
• Ensure programs provide equitable opportunities for students and respond appropriately to different needs, backgrounds, and circumstances.

Family, Community and Business Partnerships

• Build positive relationships with students and families through ongoing communication and engagement opportunities.
• Develop partnerships with higher education institutions, employers, workforce organizations, businesses, nonprofit agencies, and community organizations to expand student opportunities.
• Coordinate volunteers, guest speakers, mentors, internships, career exploration experiences, service-learning opportunities, and enrichment providers.

Fiscal, Compliance and Resource Management

• Assist with program budget development, purchasing, inventory, and responsible use of program resources.
• Ensure compliance with district policies, grant requirements, safety procedures, and state and federal regulations.
• Maintain accurate records related to attendance, finances, program participation, and grant documentation.
• Prepare information and reports as needed to support program monitoring, funding requirements, and district decision-making.

Collaboration And Professional Responsibilities

• Collaborate with principals, community school staff, counselors, teachers, district staff, and community partners to align expanded learning opportunities with student needs and district goals.
• Represent the district professionally while promoting equity, inclusion, and culturally responsive practices.
• Participate in district committees, professional learning, continuous improvement efforts, and perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Community Education, Youth Development, Human Services, Recreation, Career and Technical Education, or a related field.
• Minimum of three years of progressively responsible experience in youth programming, education, career readiness, or expanded learning.
• Experience supervising staff, coordinating programs, and developing community partnerships.
• Valid Minnesota Driver's License.
• Knowledge of positive youth development, adolescent development, expanded learning, college and career readiness, workforce development, grant compliance, program management, staff supervision, and continuous quality improvement.
• Ability to lead high-performing teams, design engaging youth programs, build collaborative relationships, analyze data, and manage multiple priorities with sound judgment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Education, Educational Leadership, Community Education, Youth Development, or a related field.
• Experience managing programs supported by grants and other external funding.
• Experience using program information, feedback, and results to evaluate and improve programs.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish and/or Somali.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to actively supervise youth in school and community settings.
• Travel between district sites and partner locations.
• Occasionally lift up to 30 pounds.
• Participate in evening and weekend events.
• Operate standard office technology and equipment.

Compensation & Benefits

Current salary: $66,051 per year based on a 260-day Community Education contract.

Faribault Public Schools offers a competitive compensation and benefits package along with attractive perks as a school district employee. The district supports a strong mission and vision with many opportunities to contribute to the overall organization and community.

Application Deadline

Open until filled.