After School Program Coordinator, Friends Neighborhood Guild

Posted by on November 29, 2010

FRIENDS NEIGHBORHOOD GUILD/URBAN AFFAIRS COALITION

POSITION:        AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM COORDINATOR
SALARY:        PART-TIME/FLEXIBLE
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR:      DIRECTOR OF FAMILY SUPPORT SERVICES

Friends Neighborhood Guild has been a community anchor for 130 years.  The Guild was created to serve and respond to community needs and has been a leader in developing educational programming, providing social services and engaging the community.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:   The After School Program coordinator is responsible for management of elementary and middle year after school programming.

Specific tasks include (but are not limited to):

PLANNING:
– Recruit elementary and middle school students for programs.
– Coordinate logistics and scheduling for designated programs.
– Develop curricula and lesson plans for programs.
– Plan special events for students including, academic and leadership recognition.
– Prepare reports regarding after school programs.
– Make sure supplies, materials and program equipment are available for program activities.
– Participate in community development, education and relationship building.

PROGRAM MANAGEMENT:
– Implement literacy programming, i.e. YET
– Manage/monitor compliance issues with regulatory and funding sources.
– Complete paperwork, forms, schedules required for successful program.
– Manage weekday after school programs and Saturday community programs, when applicable.
– Coordinate, monitor and track tutoring/academic achievement sessions with scholars & tutors.
– Introduce cultural programs that will develop youth’s self-awareness and responsibility.
– Schedule and facilitate monthly parent meetings.
– Collect and record parent fees
– Participate in the evaluation of implemented programs, i.e. YET Literacy Program.
– Attend all trainings scheduled by regulatory and funding sources.

SUPERVISION:
•    Participate in hiring and supervision of after school staff, volunteers and interns.
•    Participate in recruitment of volunteer staff
•    Coordinate goal planning/training with staff to fulfill PA STARS requirements.
•    Organize in-house and off site training for all after school staff.

QUALIFICATIONS:
•    2-3 years experience in direct services with youth programs.  Ability to relate positively and effectively with children, youth, parents and other professionals in various fields.
•    Associate’s degree in child development or related field required; Bachelor’s degree in child development or related field preferred.
•    Knowledge of Keystone Stars and Child Care Information Services.
•    Excellent written and oral communication and management skills.
•    Ability to manage staff daily specific to program goals and initiatives.
•    Ability to pass all background clearances and TB tests.
•    Ability to represent Director at meetings, conferences and negotiations.
•    Computer literacy; knowledge of Microsoft Office and other customized software.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
•    Committed to working with under-served youth
•    Skilled in one or more of the following:  drama, music, chess, dance, arts & crafts, language, computer

CONTACT INFORMATION:
Please email, fax or mail your resume and cover letter to:

Ms. Beverly Donaldson, Director Family Support Services
701 N. 8th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19123
Fax:  215-923-2502
bdonaldson@friendsguild.net

Friends Neighborhood Guild/GPUAC is an Equal Opportunity Employer