Education Coordinator for School Age Programs

The Education Coordinator for School Age Programs, is responsible for supporting the Director of Education in the successful development, growth, and management of all out-of-school programs, exercising judgement, help and support including budget maintenance, policies, procedures and staff supervision.  The Education Coordinator for School Age Programs will assist with recruitment, training, and support of assigned staff and serve as liaison to committee(s) as needed. The OST Coordinator is prepared and able to fulfill needs as required in the absence of the Director.  

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

·         Bachelor’s degree in education, or related field and/or equivalent experience.

·         Demonstrated success in educational quality program development.

·         Experience with assisting in curriculum implementation, classroom management and effective parental communication.

·         Knowledge of state licensing accreditation requirements.

·         Minimum of one-year supervision experience.

·         Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with all levels including staff, parents, and children. Outstanding communications skills, both written and verbal.

·         Multilingual, preferred.

·         Ability to problem solve and take initiative that adhere to the purpose, mission, and goals of the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center.

·         Strong time management and organizational skills.

·         Strong computer skills, software proficiency with Microsoft applications.

·         CPR, First Aid and AED certifications is required.

·         Must complete and pass background check, DCYF background check, and be willing to complete all immunization requirements that are mandated by the State of Rhode Island.

·         Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle for transportation.

·         Must be willing to obtain a Chauffeur’s license to drive the organization’s van.

·         Be available for all weeks of the summer camp program.

 

The physical demands and work environment described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of the job, the employee could; sit; use hands to manipulate, handle, or feel; talk or hear; reach with hands and arms; stand and walk; kneel, bend, squat or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Ability to lift up to 40 lbs. without assistance.  In the work environment, the employee is regularly exposed to video display and regularly works indoor and outdoor in different weather conditions.  Noise levels will vary throughout the day.

Job Type: Full Time, All Year. 

 

Submit cover letter/resume to: Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center 20 Dr. Marcus F. Wheatland Blvd., Newport, RI 02842 Education Director, Missy Davis –mdavis@mlkccenter.org