Program Coordinator - Fremont, United States - City of Fremont

Description

The Program Coordinator for is a unique position that is primarily responsible for planning and coordination of all aspects of the ASES funded After School Academy (ASA) program.

ASA provides students in grades 1st through 6th a safe space for expanded learning. Every day students have the opportunity to make social connections, experience enriching activities, and receive academic assistance. Students socialize and connect with our team and their peers daily. ASA supports students every school day immediately after school until 6pm. Our goal is to improve student's social, emotional, and academic potential through community, education, recreation, and enrichment.


EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
(This is a general description of duties and is not all-inclusive)

Coordinate all aspects of a After School Academy program

Establish and maintain program records and computer databases

Supervise and assign programming tasks to instructors and volunteers

Maintain regular communication with school principals, teachers, and parents regarding student needs

Provide regular program updates including written reports to Supervisor in a timely manner

May work independently or in a team environment depending on program requirements

Provide expertise and support to Supervisor

Enforce City policies and procedures

May be required variable hours including evenings and weekends

Perform other duties as assigned


SUPERVISION EXERCISED AND RECEIVED
General supervision is provided by the Recreation Supervisor. Program Coordinator will provide general supervision of Lead Instructors, instructors and volunteers.


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Must be at least 18 years of age.

Must possess one of the following: forty-eight (48) college semester units, AA Degree or higher

Relevant technical skill, education, experience or expertise

Experience assisting with implementation of children and/or youth programs and activities.

Ability to establish and maintain productive relations and positive attitude toward others

Excellent written and verbal skills

Excellent organizational and supervisory skills, be resourceful, flexible and able to work both alone or as a team member

Must be reliable and be able to provide transportation

Available to work Monday through Friday, 12:00pm-6:00pm schedule.


DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree with teaching experience preferred

Experience in implementation and programming of ASES grant funded programs

Ability to frequently interpret and translate a language other than the English language among students, parents and school-based staff members


REQUIREMENTS FOR EMPLOYMENT
Must be able to handle sensitive and/or stressful situations or information with tact, discretion and significant awareness of confidentiality

Must effectively communicate with adults and children from a variety of cultural backgrounds

Willingness to comply with suspected child abuse reporting PC)

Employees are required to be certified in Adult/Child CPR & First Aid from American Red Cross, American Heart Association or supervisor approved equivalent.

Employees must be certified within 30 days of hire date or prior to the first day of work, whichever occurs earlier.

Fingerprinting and TB test are required

Must submit verification of legal right to work in the United States as a condition of employment


SELECTION PROCESS
Qualified application will be evaluated on the basis of related experience and quality of presentation.

The most highly qualified applicants will be invited to an oral interview. Applicant evaluations may include a written and physical test. Satisfactory candidates will be placed on an eligibility list. Placements are anticipated immediately after the list is established. Some placements may be assigned to emphasize public education as the City's needs require.

Some positions may require a health evaluation.


APPLICATION PROCESS
To be considered for this position, apply online by submitting a completed City application and resume through our on line application system:

Reasonable Accommodation:
The Recreation Services Division will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please advise us of any special needs a minimum of 5 days in advance of the selection process by calling or emailing

THE CITY OF FREMONT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

WE DO NOT DISCRIMINATE ON ANY BASIS.

The information contained herein is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

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