Afterschool Coordinator

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Position Overview

The Afterschool Coordinator will work with the Impact Department to implement and maintain high quality Afterschool programming in City Year partner schools. On a daily basis, the Afterschool Coordinator will support the successful implementation of high-quality afterschool programming across the organization's 16 partner schools. Working under the direction of the Afterschool Manager, the Coordinator serves as a key site-based support for program delivery by coordinating day-to-day operations, supporting recruitment and enrollment efforts, monitoring program quality, and fostering strong relationships with school staff and AmeriCorps Members. The Coordinator regularly rotates among partner schools to provide hands-on implementation support, ensuring consistency, responsiveness, and alignment with organizational priorities and grant requirements. The Afterschool Coordinator will report to the Afterschool Manager.

This is a year-round, part-time, hourly position at 25 hours/week during the school year and 20 hours/week during the summer, $20/hour, and grant-funded through April 2029. This position is not benefits eligible.

The role requires 5 days in-person at Philadelphia and Norristown area schools with the ability to work occasional evening hours.

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required

1-2+ years of experience in child development, education, social services, or comparable experience

Authorized documentation to work in the United States of America

Criminal background history clearance to work with school-age children

Preferred Qualifications

Deep understanding of positive youth development, social-emotional learning, and evidence-based practices that support student success

Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities across numerous sites

Ability to build collaborative relationships with school staff, students, families, and community partners

Experience supporting youth development, expanded learning, afterschool, or educational programs

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to coach and support frontline staff

Ability to use data to monitor implementation, inform decision-making, and support continuous improvement

Commitment to creating positive outcomes for children and youth

Ability and willingness to travel regularly to partner schools and work occasional evening hours to support afterschool programming and family engagement events

City Year/AmeriCorps experience is a plus

Responsibilities

The Afterschool Coordinator will perform the following roles and responsibilities as described below:

Program Management

Support the day-to-day implementation of afterschool programming across 16 partner schools

Rotate among partner schools to ensure high-quality and consistent program implementation and to respond to emerging site needs

Identify implementation challenges and communicate opportunities for improvement to the Afterschool Manager

Coaching and Capacity Building

Provide direct, on-site support to AmeriCorps Members and school-based staff delivering afterschool activities

Assist with the planning, coordination, and execution of academic, enrichment, and social-emotional learning activities

Ensure that afterschool programming is delivered in accordance with organizational standards, grant expectations, and school-specific priorities

Help establish and maintain systems, routines, and materials that promote effective and efficient program operations

Student Recruitment and Engagement

Support student recruitment, enrollment, and retention efforts across partner schools

Work with school staff and AmeriCorps Members to maintain strong student participation and regular attendance

Assist in developing and implementing strategies that promote student engagement, belonging, and positive youth development

Help coordinate family communication and outreach efforts related to afterschool participation and special events

School Partnerships and Communication

Build and maintain positive working relationships with school administrators, teachers, and partner staff

Serve as a liaison between schools and the Afterschool Manager by communicating site needs, successes, and emerging challenges

Participate in meetings with school-based stakeholders to support program planning and coordination

Collaborate with Impact Managers and other organizational staff to ensure afterschool programming is aligned with broader student support efforts

Program Quality, Data, and Compliance

Conduct regular site visits and observations to monitor program quality and implementation fidelity

Collect, maintain, and verify program documentation, including enrollment records, attendance logs, activity records, and other grant-required materials

Support the collection and entry of participation and outcome data to ensure accurate and timely reporting

Monitor day-to-day compliance with organizational policies, grant requirements, and student safety protocols

Escalate concerns related to program quality, safety, or compliance to the Afterschool Manager in a timely manner

Team Support and Continuous Improvement

Provide ongoing guidance and implementation support to AmeriCorps Members facilitating afterschool programming

Participate in and help facilitate trainings, professional development sessions, and communities of practice for staff involved in afterschool programming

Share effective practices and lessons learned across partner schools to strengthen program consistency and quality

Contribute to continuous improvement efforts by providing feedback, identifying trends, and recommending operational enhancements

Collaboration & Learning

Collaborates effectively with teammates to achieve shared goals and foster an inclusive environment

Role models a growth mindset and commitment to City Year’s culture and values as a leader within a youth-serving organization

Performs additional responsibilities as assigned by the direct supervisor to advance City Year’s mission

Competencies

In order to succeed in this role, an applicant must have the following competencies:

• •Collaboration: Connects with stakeholders to identify shared interests; partners with others to incorporate different perspectives toward a common goal
• •Teamwork: Actively contributes to shared projects with the understanding that team success is personal success
• •Learning: Strives to continuously develop and improve self, teams, and organization
• •Flexibility: Changes course quickly and thoughtfully when faced with new or unanticipated circumstances
• •Problem-Solving: Identifies opportunities to make improvements; gathers information; connects related and unrelated concepts; integrates findings into actionable solutions

Technical & Functional Skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

Experience with Salesforce, Power BI, or similar systems is a plus

Physical requirements

Be physically present on campus during work hours

Move about the classroom, school campus and off site venues as needed during work hours

Lift and carry instructional materials, books, and supplies up to 25 pounds

Have sufficient vision to read printed materials, a computer screen, and observe student activities

Have sufficient hearing to understand conversations in person or over the phone

Speak clearly and be understood by students, parents, and colleagues

Open doors or operate a computer and other instructional technology

Supervise students indoors and outdoors, including during inclement