Temporary Site Coordinator

RFCUNY Research Foundation of the City University of New York; United States; On-site; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

The Brooklyn College Community Partnership (BCCP), operating under the fiscal sponsorship of RFCUNY, seeks a Temporary Site Coordinator to oversee after‑school programming at the Brooklyn College site. You will supervise staff, ensure safety and inclusivity, and implement age‑appropriate activities that support youth development and school‑day learning.

Responsibilities include recruiting and enrolling students, communicating with families and school personnel, and coordinating with partners to

Qualifications

• Associate degree (bachelor’s preferred) in child development, elementary education, physical education, or a related field, plus 2 years of direct experience working with children under 13, including at least 1 year in a supervisory role.
• Or NYS Children’s Program Administrator Credential and 2 years of direct experience working with children less than 13 years of age, including at least 1 year in a supervisory capacity in a childcare program or related field of work.
• Or School‑Age Child Care (SACC) Credential or other Office-recognized credential specific to the school‑age developmental period and 2 years of direct experience working with children less than 13 years of age, including at least 1 year in a supervisory capacity in a childcare program or related field of work.
• Or 2 years of college with 18 credits in Child Development, Elementary Education, Physical Education, Recreation, or a related field; and 2 years of direct experience working with children less than 13 years of age, including at least 1 year in a supervisory capacity in a childcare program or related field of work.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, high interest in the arts, youth development, and community service.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school personnel.
• Proficient in MS Office and Google Workspace

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily site operations and supervise staff; ensure a safe, inclusive environment.
• Plan age-appropriate educational, SEL, and recreational activities aligned with program goals.
• Manage recruitment, enrollment, attendance, and communication with parents, families, and school personnel.
• Lead weekly team meetings and provide coaching and feedback to staff.
• Coordinate with administrators and partners to support program initiatives and events.
• Maintain up-to-date certifications and documentation; ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Youth development

Community service

Education

Associate degree (bachelor’s preferred)

NYS Children’s Program Administrator Credential

SACC Credential

2 years college with 18 credits in child development/related field

Tools

MS Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Thank you for considering a career with the Research Foundation of The City University of New York (RFCUNY). The team at RFCUNY is made up of dedicated, talented professionals committed to providing the services that allow CUNY researchers, faculty, and staff to focus on their intellectual curiosity and scientific discoveries. We are pleased that you are interested in exploring opportunities to join RFCUNY.

Primary Location: BROOKLYN COLLEGE

Bargaining Unit: No

Key Responsibilities

The Temporary Site Coordinator oversees daily site operations, ensuring after-school programming aligns with school-day learning and supports youth development. Responsibilities include supervising staff, fostering a safe and inclusive environment, and promoting participants' social, emotional, and physical well-being. Oversee daily operations, create and implement age-appropriate educational, SEL, and recreational activities, and ensure program goals are met. Manage student recruitment, enrollment, and attendance; facilitate communication and build strong relationships with parents, families, and school personnel. Supervise program staff, provide coaching, and motivation to ensure high-quality service delivery. Collaborate with school administrators, community-based organizations, and other stakeholders to support program initiatives and events. In collaboration with the Director of Compass Programs and the Content Specialist, design and implement engaging activities that promote youth social, emotional, and physical well-being and complement school-day learning. Maintain up-to-date SACC training certifications and provide documentation upon request. Maintain participant records and files in a safe file cabinet. Establish rapport with youth and provide mentoring, guidance, and overall direction for their academic and SEL growth. Periodically review staff files to ensure full compliance with NYC DOE, DOHMH, DYCD, and NYS SACC requirements, and ensure adherence to all applicable regulations. Communicate program needs and share feedback with the Leadership Team. Monitor and ensure DYCD Connect is updated weekly. Lead weekly team meetings with staff to discuss performance, challenges, and provide feedback and coaching. Report accurate staff hours by reviewing and signing off on every staff timesheet. Attend weekly check-ins with supervisor and participate in ongoing professional development provided by BCCP and DYCD’s professional development partners. Develop and maintain a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment for all participants. Carry out additional duties as needed to support the evolving needs of the program. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

An associate degree (bachelor’s preferred) in child development, elementary education, physical education, or a related field, plus 2 years of direct experience working with children under 13, including at least 1 year in a supervisory role within a childcare or comparable program; or A NYS Children’s Program Administrator Credential and 2 years of direct experience working with children less than 13 years of age, including at least 1 year in a supervisory capacity in a childcare program or related field of work; or School‑Age Child Care (SACC) Credential or other Office-recognized credential specific to the school‑age developmental period and 2 years of direct experience working with children less than 13 years of age, including at least 1 year in a supervisory capacity in a childcare program or related field of work; or 2 years of college with 18 credits in Child Development, Elementary Education, Physical Education, Recreation, or a related field; and 2 years of direct experience working with children less than 13 years of age, including at least 1 year in a supervisory capacity in a childcare program or related field of work. Strong leadership and communication skills, high interest in the arts, youth development, and community service. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school personnel. Proficient in MS Office and Google Workspace

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 12 PM to 6 PM

Employment Period

October 2026 - February 2027

About BCCP

The Brooklyn College Community Partnership (BCCP), operating under the fiscal sponsorship of RFCUNY, is a community-based organization that provides youth development programs connecting Brooklyn College with surrounding neighborhoods. Through after-school and extracurricular initiatives in NYC Public Schools and at the Brooklyn College Art Lab (BCAL), BCCP offers holistic, interdisciplinary programming rooted in the principles of Positive Youth Development. Our activities empower students, spark creativity, and support their academic, social-emotional, and developmental growth while strengthening connections among youth, families, and the broader community.

Pay Range

$28 - $34 per hour

RFCUNY Benefits

RFCUNY Employee Benefits and Accruals Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The Research Foundation of the City University of New York is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Americans with Disabilities Act/E-Verify Employer. It is the policy of the Research Foundation of CUNY to provide equal employment opportunities free of discrimination based on race, color, age, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, national origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, domestic violence victim status, arrest record, criminal conviction history, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. The Research Foundation of The City University of New York (RFCUNY) is a nonprofit educational corporation founded in 1963 to provide post-award fiscal and administrative support for CUNY’s research and sponsored programs. RFCUNY’s services allow CUNY researchers, faculty, and staff to focus on their intellectual curiosity and scientific discoveries, on projects and programs that serve our local and global communities, proposing concrete solutions to society’s most pressing challenges. RFCUNY serves as a fiscal agent and works closely with all the CUNY campus Grants Offices to perform the core functions of post-award financial management for CUNY research projects and sponsored programs. These functions include legal assessment and signing of agreements where RFCUNY is named as a fiscal agent; setting up award accounts; preparing sub-awards and assisting PIs in monitoring the work of the recipients of sub-awards; supporting project directors with hiring and managing research project and sponsored program staff; supporting the purchasing and paying for goods and services with grant and program funds; managing financial aspects of projects including accounts receivable, financial reporting, invoicing, budget monitoring, and cost compliance with uniform guidance; ensuring that sponsor financial requirements are met; monitoring compliance with applicable project and financial management rules and laws; supporting the management of independent and external audits and financial reviews; and providing data, information, management expertise, and other supports to CUNY’s research and sponsored programs.