After Care Director

SUMMARY

The Aftercare Director oversees all aspects of the day-to-day operations of the After Care program. Areas of assignment include but are not necessarily limited to coaching and working with the staff to create a safe, caring and enriching environment for all children at all times. The Director is responsible for ensuring that Diocesan policies and Licensing standards are met as they relate to day-to-day operations including maintaining up-to-date records, developing scheduled, submitting reports, ensuring supervision policies are implemented, guiding the behavior of children, planning and delivering the weekly curriculum and managing staff.

The Diocese of Orlando four core values lay the foundation for the work performed by employees:

1. Authenticity: Conviction that God has called us to reflect exteriorly our inner life of faith in our daily living
2. Respect: Affirming each person’s God-given dignity and uniqueness.
3. Courage: Inspired by this gift of the Holy Spirit, we proclaim and live the Word of God fearlessly and devotedly.
4. Commitment: Individually and collectively, we are steadfast to the team and its purpose.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following duties and functions, as outlined herein, are intended to be representative of the type of tasks performed within this classification. They are not listed in any order of importance. The omission of specific statements of the duties or functions does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Works with the principal in all matters pertaining to the development, organization, and administration of the program.
• Provides a safe and nurturing environment for aftercare participants based on safety standards set within the program; ensures that any accidents and incidents are reported to the principal and/or other appropriate channels.
• Communicates with school administration, staff, and parents on a regular basis regarding program activities.
• Oversees and assigns responsibilities each day including leading activities; plans daily program with various play activities (crafts, experiments, story time, movies, etc.) and incorporates time for homework support.
• Plans and prepare snacks for each day being cognizant of student allergies. 
• Assists with restroom supervision and clean up as required.
• Maintains copies of emergency information for food allergies and any other health information applying to students enrolled in the program.
• Maintains complete and thorough attendance of all students.
• Motivates children to be involved in all aspects of the program.
• Ensures safe and accurate check in/out of students to authorized pick up members.
• Hires, trains, schedules, and supervises all program employees; addresses any staff performance issues; completes annual performance reviews for staff.
• Oversees Finances of aftercare program by planning the budget in coordination with Principal and/or designee; ensures compliance to budget, receives payments in accordance with schools’ guidelines.
• Establishes and maintains appropriate and effective relationships with faculty, staff, parents, and students.
• Maintains confidentiality.
• Perform other job-related duties. 

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

CATHOLIC FAITH

Requires an appreciation and respect for the Catholic Church and its teachings. Employees must conduct themselves in a manner that is consistent with and supportive of the mission and purpose of the church. Their public behavior must not violate the faith, morals or laws of the Church or the polices of the Diocese

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or equivalent required, B.A./B.S. in Education preferred, supplemented with at least three (3) years’ experience working with children ages 3-12 in a group setting.

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES

• Basic needs and characteristics of school age children.
• Principles and methods of child development and management.
• Principles and practices of managing an aftercare program.
• Computer software application for communication, research and data reporting.
• Oral and written communication skills to suit different audiences.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is performed mostly indoors in an environmentally controlled setting. Work is to be performed directly on school campuses. Work from home is not permitted. Works frequently in close physical proximity to others and may encounter work in enclosed or tight spaces. Hours for positions vary, but usually include weekday afternoons and extended summer hours.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The ability to sit and stand for long periods of time. Must be able to reach, grasp, feel, and see up close and from afar. Must be able to use basic office computer hardware and peripherals, with or without reasonable accommodation. Must be able to communicate verbally and in written form. Tasks require the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (25 pounds). 

A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements are subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the abilities and aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Requirements are representative of the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and ability.