Posting Date: August 3, 2026

Closing Date: August 17, 2026

Reports to: AfterCare/Preschool/Camp Supervisor

Start Date: September 2026

Rate of Pay: Starting at $44,158 – pay commensurate with experience

Schedule: 5 days/week, 260 days/year

Qualifications:

● Associate's degree in Education, Child Development, Recreation, Human Services, or a related field required; bachelor's degree preferred.

● Minimum of three (3) years of experience working with school-age children in a licensed childcare, school, camp, recreation, or similar program.

● Experience coordinating before- and after-school programs, summer camps, or other youth programs preferred.

● Demonstrated ability to develop and implement engaging, age-appropriate educational, recreational, and enrichment programming.

● Knowledge of child development and effective behavior management practices for school-age children.

● Knowledge of Michigan childcare licensing regulations and compliance requirements (LARA).

● Strong leadership, organizational, problem-solving, and time management skills.

● Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, families, staff, and community partners.

● Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with school administrators and district staff.

● Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment.

● Current CPR, First Aid, and AED certification, or the ability to obtain certification upon hire.

● Ability to supervise children in indoor and outdoor settings, participate in program activities, stand and walk for extended periods, and lift up to 40 pounds.

Job Responsibilities:

● Plan, coordinate, and oversee all aspects of the district's school-age aftercare and summer camp programs.

● Develop and implement engaging educational, recreational, and enrichment activities that meet the developmental needs of school-age children.

● Recruit, hire, train, supervise, schedule, and evaluate program staff.

● Ensure compliance with State of Michigan childcare licensing regulations, district policies, and all applicable health and safety requirements.

● Maintain appropriate staff-to-child ratios and provide a safe, positive, and inclusive environment for all participants.

● Manage student registration, attendance, and required program documentation.

● Communicate effectively with families regarding enrollment, program activities, student needs, and general program information.

● Prepare and monitor the program budget, including purchasing program supplies and materials.

● Coordinate daily program logistics, including snacks, transportation, field trips, and special events.

● Maintain accurate records, reports, and confidential student information.

● Build positive relationships with students, families, staff, school administrators, and community partners.

● Address student behavior using positive behavior management strategies and district-approved practices.

● Respond appropriately to emergencies and ensure staff are trained in established safety procedures.

● Evaluate program effectiveness, monitor participation, and recommend improvements to enhance program quality.

● Perform other duties as assigned by the Superintendent or designee.

This job description in no manner states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed by the position incumbent. The incumbent will be required to follow the instructions and perform the duties required by the incumbent’s supervisor, appointing authority, or designee.

AfterCare and Summer Camp Coordinator