SAFE Assistant Site Coordinator

Responsibilities:

• Securing close supervision of children throughout daily session.
• Working in cooperation to plan and implement curriculum program
• Treating each child with dignity and respect.
• Assisting in signing in/out of children.
• Supervising teaching assistances, aides and volunteers.
• Supervising lunch, nap/rest, and snack routines, facilitating pleasant and smooth transitions.
• Assuming and equal share of joint housekeeping responsibilities of the staff.
• Attending all staff meetings. Planning and implementing at least one staff training meeting each year. 

General Responsibilities:

• Conforming to health, safety, licensing and title 5 regulations.
• Keeping records that pertain to the administration of the school including keeping student files up to date.
• Keeping abreast of research and new developments in the field of early childhood.
• Scheduling the responsibilities of assistant teacher and aide.

Fiscal Responsibilities:

• Operating the program within the budget.
• Assisting with purchasing of equipment and supplies.
• Collecting tuition when needed.

Space and equipment:

• Planning for and equipping outdoor and indoor areas.
• Keeping inventory records.
• Managing supplies.
• Replacing equipment and stocking supplies as needed.

Staff:

• Assisting with selection of aides.
• Arranging for substitute help as needed.
• Conducting regularly scheduled staff meetings.
• Assisting the staff in developing a workable plan for using the indoor and outdoor space.
• Planning and implementing procedures that lead to wholesome interpersonal relationships between staff members.

Enrollment:

• Enrolling children on a first come first serve basis, in accordance with school policy and Title 5 guidelines.
• Interviewing parents of prospective students.
• Planning for gradual orientation of newly enrolled students.
• Familiarizing the parents of newly enrolled pupils with school policies.

Qualifications: Must comply with requirements outlined for state Site Supervisor Permit or Child Development Program Director Permit.  15 hours of health and safety training. 2-3 years working a school setting preferably in early childhood education.