Child Care Site Coordinator - Before & After the Bell Program

Start Date: July 16, 2024 | End Date: July 16, 2025
County: Cumberland County
Job Type: Other

Child Care Site Coordinator (22.5-30 Hour Permanent Position) – Before & After the Bell Program - Parks, Recreation and Facilities

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on children's lives? Do you thrive in a fun and engaging environment? Portland Recreation is seeking a Recreation Childcare Site Coordinator to join our Before and After the Bell program, which offers exciting and enriching activities for Kindergarten through 5th Grade students, right in their own school! This position is designed to oversee one of our 9 Elementary site based programs on a day to day basis.

About the Program:

Our Before and After the Bell REC Program is designed to actively involve and stimulate children, providing time and space to explore and grow. With a variety of group and individual activities, our program focuses on character development, physical fitness, health and wellness, reading, and of course, fun! Learn more on our webpage, here.

Why Join Us:

Gain Valuable Experience for Your Future Career:

Whether you’re aspiring to be a teacher, childcare provider, social worker, or youth sports coach, our program offers hands-on experience that will prepare you for your future career. You'll develop essential skills and build a strong foundation for your professional journey.

Learn About Parks & Recreation:

Start your career journey in parks and recreation with an entry-level role that offers a comprehensive understanding of the field. You'll gain insights into program planning, activity coordination, and community engagement, setting the stage for future growth.

Make a Positive Impact in Your Community:

Be part of the solution by contributing to a program that makes our community a better place to live, work, and play. Your efforts will directly impact the lives of children and their families, fostering a sense of community and well-being.

Stay Engaged and Energized at Work:

If you thrive in a dynamic and interactive environment, our program is the perfect fit. Each day brings new activities and opportunities to engage with children, ensuring that your workday flies by.

Hours/Available Schedules:

• Expected start date for this position will be August 26, 2024 with training, and September 3, 2024 is the first day of school and the program.

• Hours are varied based on the school site assigned.

• Typical schedule is 2:00-5:30 Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and 1:00-5:30 on Wednesdays.

• Alternate sites include a schedule of 3:15-5:30 Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and 2:15-5:30 on Wednesdays.

• Morning Care sites include a schedule of 7:00-9:00 am.

Requirements:

• Good customer service skills and ability to work with a diverse population.

• Ability to maintain order and enforce rules and regulations and to impart enthusiasm in a positive and productive atmosphere.

• Knowledge of a variety of recreational activities including games, sports, arts, crafts and group activities. Ability to direct such activities.

• Initiative and willingness to learn a variety of additional recreational activities.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, program participants, school staff, and the general public.

• American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED Certification or the ability to obtain within the first six months of appointment date. We are happy to train you for this so you can gain additional skills.

Applications accepted until filled

Offers of employment are contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory criminal background check.

Salary & Benefits:

This is a union positon, CEBA (Grade 9) - Salary range of $20.34-$21.25 per hour.

The City of Portland prides itself on its outstanding benefits and collegial and mission-driven work environment. City benefits include:

• Free employee health insurance with the completion of wellness incentives

• Thirteen paid holidays

• Sick, vacation, and personal leave

• Life, dental, vision and income protection insurances

• Choice of retirement plans, including a pension plan

• Use of City recreation facilities

• Discount on professional development programs through USM and Thomas College

If you have questions or need assistance with the application, please contact Shae Gonzalez (City of Portland Recruiter) at sgonzalez@portlandmaine.gov or 207-874-8649

The City of Portland believes that to do our best work, our employees need to reflect the diverse, vibrant community we serve. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and are committed to celebrating all dimensions of diversity in the workplace. Applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics. If you need to request a reasonable accommodation, please call 207-874-8624 or email hrinfo@portlandmaine.gov

To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/5426000