Description

Position Summary

Under the direct supervision of the K-8 Child Care Director. Oversees the day-to-day operation of the After School Program. Liaison between ASP staff and K-8 Child Care Director.

Essential Functions

• Acts as substitute Director in the absence of the Child Care Director. 
• Supervises all ASP staff members to create a harmonious and efficient working environment.
• Interfaces in a positive manner with parents to keep them informed, answer questions and address concerns. Refers questions and concerns to the Child Care Director as appropriate.
• Maintains inventory of program supplies, food, equipment, and other necessary materials by ordering and/or purchasing in a timely manner while upholding current fiscal budget guidelines.
• Monitors and tracks monthly tuition payments, schedules activities, creates weekly sign in/outs for program participants.
• Plans program curriculum for After School Program and seasonal camps.
• Participates in planning and running staff meetings and training sessions.
• Sets and maintains standards for children’s behavior using non-punitive methods which teach self-discipline while supporting children’s self-esteem.
• Provides and coordinates careful/concentrated supervision of play areas to ensure children’s safety and learning.
• Maintains proper staffing ratios based on the programs total licensed capacity.
• Schedules/trains staff in emergency evacuation procedures. Maintains records of said drills.
• Attends all mandatory staff meetings/training sessions/special events as needed. 

Requirements

Essential Knowledge & Abilities

• Must have demonstrated administrative and supervisory experiences in a child care program.
• Must be flexible and able to maintain a positive and supportive working relationship with staff, parents, volunteers, and children.
• Must have strong communication skills.
• Must be able to deal with confidential information in a professional manner.
• Have knowledge of Physical Education programming which includes but is not limited to, indoor and outdoor activities relevant to school age children.
• Ability to organize tasks, establish systems, and delegate work and responsibility to others. 
• Ability to solve problems and take action as needed. 
• Ability to instill trust and respect from staff, children, and parents.
• Must be proficient in creating advertising materials using programs like Adobe Illustrator or Canva. 
• Must have basic working knowledge of Excel, Outlook, Word. 

Qualifications

1. Minimum of 6 months work experience in a licensed day care center or comparable group child care center and previous Lead Teacher experience.
2. High School Diploma required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
3. At least 12 college level units in early childhood development or child development degree completed at an accredited or approved college or university.

Additional Requirements

· Must possess and maintain a valid CA Driver’s license.

· Successfully pass a physical exam.

· Receive Department of Justice fingerprint clearance.

· Possess and maintain certification in infant and child CPR.

Physical Demands

Visual and auditory ability to observe and respond to critical incidents and the physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency situation. Ability to lead and interact in group activities and perform related physical skills and the ability to stand, walk, sit, stoop, knell or crouch. Ability to climb, push, and pull and lift and carry objects up to 20 pounds.

Additional Information:

• It may be necessary to perform other duties as assigned.
• This position is considered to have a supervisory or disciplinary relationship over minors.
• This job description is not intended to be all inclusive. It is understood that the employee will perform other duties if requested by the Child Care Director. Job descriptions are reviewed periodically and may be revised if deemed necessary. This job description is not a written or implied contract.