Salary: $15.75 - $16.75 Hourly Location : Parks & Recreation, TN Job Type: Part Time Department: Parks & Recreation Division: REACH After School Opening Date: 06/20/2024 The City of Germantown is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an alcohol/drug-free workplace and to providing equal opportunities regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age or disability. ORGANIZATIONAL ACCOUNTABILITY: City of Germantown public servants exist, first and foremost, to protect and enhance the quality of life of those we serve; every position on the Germantown team has a shared responsibility and accountability to fulfill this purpose. Through the constant alignment of individual actions, behaviors and performance with our organization's values system, Germantown public servants demonstrate a steadfast commitment to our greater mission of Excellence. Every day. The expectation for senior leaders is to model The Germantown Way at all times for those they influence and interact with daily. Description The City of Germantown is seeking motivated, creative individuals with proven leadership skills to execute the vision and mission of the REACH Extended School Program. The REACH (Recreation-Education-Art-Community-Health) program is managed by the City's Parks & Recreation Department and is designed to provide the perfect combination of recreation, education, art, community and health to enrich the educational experience of primary students within the Germantown Municipal School District. SCHEDULE: Riverdale and Farmington
- Before Care Hours: 6:30am-8:15am
- After Care Hours: 2:30pm-6:00pm
Dogwood and Forest Hill
- Before Care Hours: 6:30am-8:30am
- After Care Hours: 2:45pm-6:00pm
Examples of Duties The Assistant Site Director helps plan, coordinate, and direct REACH activities at an assigned location. The position reports directly to the Site Director and works closely with the school administration. This individual should have strong knowledge of DHS child care regulations; proven successful performance record in providing child care and supervision; be able to demonstrate leadership qualities; work independently and must be able to build relationships with school officials and parents. This position is required to be onsite for both shifts.
- The Site Director along with the Assistant Site Director will be responsible for daily site management.
- Serve as the Site Director in their absence.
- Monitor the general welfare and safety of children.
- Ensure REACH Policies and Procedures are being implemented and followed.
- Supervise, train and evaluate staff pertaining to the day-to-day operations of your site.
- Establish open communication and good rapport with each parent.
- Assist with monthly newsletter information and distribution.
- Work with supervisor to identify programming needs, plan & prepare a weekly activities schedule and maintain inventory of equipment & supplies.
- Maintain operational records and reports, including staff files, participant enrollment and paperwork, registration reports, attendance, and sign in and out sheets.
- Handle disciplinary issues appropriately and timely and report to your supervisor as required.
- Ensure the child care site meets all criteria as outlined in the Department of Health Services requirements.
- Maintain a clean and organized area within the school property.
- Establish a network of contacts within the school to ensure proper communication is being transferred including use of space and special events that may interfere with extended care programming.
Qualifications
- Knowledge of rules & regulations governing after school programs & childcare activities as outlined by DHS
- Knowledge of recreation activities for children, adolescents and special populations
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work with diverse populations
- Ability to direct, coach, and maintain positive working relationships
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple activities
- Physical ability to perform job duties, including ability to lift up to 40 pounds to set up for programs and events
- Must be available for morning and afternoon shifts
Requirements Assistant Site Directors must meet one of the following criteria:
- Be over the age of 18 with a High School Diploma or equivalent AND have four years experience in a group child care setting.
- Two years (60 hours) of college with 30 hours in education, business management, youth development (or related field) AND two years experience in a group child care setting.
- Have graduated from an accredited four-year college AND one year experience in a group child care setting.
- Management experience is preferred.
- Must be CPR and First Aid Certified or the ability to obtain, and possess a valid driver's license.
- A background check and physical will be conducted.
Part time employees are not eligible for a full benefits package, but may have limited wellness benefits.