Benefits:
401(k)
Competitive salary
Health insurance
Paid time off
Position: School Age Coordinator Location: Walkertown, NC Organization: Church Childcare Center
Summary
The School Age Coordinator at Church Childcare Center in Walkertown, NC is responsible for planning and implementing engaging activities, maintaining a safe and nurturing environment, and supporting the academic, social, emotional, and physical development of school age children. This position includes before-school, after-school, and summer camp programming while promoting Church Childcare's commitment to quality childcare. Responsibilities
● Develop and implement age-appropriate weekly lesson plans and engaging activities for school age children. ● Incorporate educational enrichment, arts and crafts, STEM activities, outdoor play, and recreational opportunities. ● Plan and organize activities for after-school care, summer camp, and school holidays. ● Provide opportunities for homework assistance, independent learning, and social development. ● Ensure activities and materials are prepared in advance and meet children's individual needs and interests.
● Create a safe, inclusive, organized, and welcoming environment that promotes positive interactions and learning. ● Establish and maintain structured daily routines, including transitions, activities, meals, and outdoor play. ● Implement positive behavior management strategies that encourage respect, cooperation, independence, and conflict resolution. ● Maintain active supervision and ensure compliance with applicable NC DCDEE regulations and staff-to-child ratios. ● Maintain accurate attendance records, classroom documentation, and an organized learning environment. ● Participate in SACERS-U self-studies and quality improvement activities. ● Be able to kneel, bend, squat, lift, push, pull, and carry children up to 50 lbs., with reasonable accommodations when applicable.
● Observe children's strengths, interests, developmental needs, and areas for improvement. ● Provide individualized guidance and activities that support academic, social, emotional, and physical development. ● Encourage independence, self-confidence, responsibility, and positive peer relationships. ● Foster open and regular communication with parents and guardians regarding children's progress, behavior, and daily experiences. ● Address concerns professionally and communicate significant issues to administration.
● Maintain effective communication and positive working relationships with colleagues, parents, and administration. ● Participate in staff meetings, professional development opportunities, and required training sessions. ● Maintain required certifications and complete applicable DCDEE training, including Basic School Age Care (BSAC). ● Follow Church Childcare policies, procedures, and expectations for professionalism, attendance, and child supervision. ● Support center-wide initiatives, special events, and continuous quality improvement efforts.
● Perform additional duties as assigned by center administration to support the overall operation of Church Childcare Center. Qualifications ● High school diploma or equivalent required; an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, or a related field preferred. ● Previous experience working with school age children in a licensed childcare, after- school, or summer camp setting preferred. ● Knowledge of child development, age-appropriate activities, and positive behavior management. ● Strong organizational, communication, and classroom management skills. ● Ability to independently plan and implement engaging activities. ● Possess or be willing to obtain BSAC training, CPR and First Aid certification, and other required DCDEE training. ● Successfully complete required background checks and screenings in accordance with state regulations and Church Childcare's child protection policies.