Kids Club Coordinator

Description

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Kids Club Coordinator to join our team. The successful candidate is one who displays a passion for ministering to students. The candidate must be a professing and maturing Christian enthusiastically supporting Valley Christian's statement of faith and mission statements.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Display a deep knowledge of subject/grade and assist with teaching from a Biblical perspective
• Demonstrate a passion for ministering to students through encouragement and example
• Create and develop afterschool programs/ clubs for the K-8 campus
• Grow and maintain attendance in afterschool programs/clubs
• Create connections, find sponsors for clubs with current staff or outside sponsorship to support a program or club
• Create digital and print marketing and promotional materials as needed
• Coordinate engaging activities to occupy student’s time 
• Plan and execute crafts, games, and activity centers for attendees
• Hire and maintain staff for after school programs
• Maintain activity announcements 
• Organize and assist with sign ups for the afterschool programs and clubs
• Manage the maintenance and inventory of afterschool and club supplies and equipment
• Responsible for all financial matters; manage accounts, budget, receipts, and expenditures
• Work with your supervisor for all requisitions for expenditures for the after school program and clubs
• Participate in scheduled meetings with Head of School, Principal, Vice Principal and appointed committees concerning student activities
• Facilitate staff scheduling to ensure proper coverage of student supervision
• Trains, supervises, counsels, schedules and evaluates performance of assigned staff
• Exercise open and respectful communication with fellow aides, supervisors, and other school staff
• Assist with check-in and check-out processes for after school attendees 
• Maintain professional communication with fellow VCS staff, students, and parents
• Assist in managing student behavior in accordance with outlined guidelines
• Ability to communicate with parents when students misbehave during Kids Club
• Step in as needed to supervise students
• Supervise students on the playground and maintain a visual on all students
• Implement playground rules
• Help students with homework when needed
• Assist with set up and breakdown of crafts, games, and centers
• Wipe down tables and counters
• Secure doors and play areas

Requirements

Qualifications and Skills:

• Must have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ that is a consistent testimony among others
• Agree to uphold Valley Christian’s Mission & Beliefs which can be found at http://valleychristianaz.org/about/philosophy/
• Agree to uphold Valley Christian’s Statement of Faith
• Faithfully attend and financially support a local church whose beliefs are in agreement with our school’s Mission & Beliefs
• Adheres to and honors Valley Christians standards, policies, procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook
• Must have and maintain a valid level one IVP fingerprint card  
• Current CPR and First Aide certifications preferred 
• Be flexible to stay late if a parent arrives late
• Utilize the summer to prepare, plan, and execute the following school years afterschool programming
• Able to use Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel to create spreadsheets for tracking student attendance
• Must have excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Ability to communicate effectively both written and verbally
• Ability to exercise initiative and sound judgment and to react with discretion under varying conditions
• Ability to exercise initiative and sound judgment and to react with discretion under varying conditions
• Ability to organize and prioritize work
• Ability to multi-task with organization
• Ability to resolve problems, follow through, and manage multiple priorities to ensure that goals are met
• Demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Preferred Skills and Knowledge:

• Prior Education experience 
• BS/BA degree or equivalent skill/experience in related field
• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent 
• Project management skills 

Physical Requirements:

• Use a computer (visual and keyboarding) for long periods of time
• Able to remain in a stationary position (sitting or standing) 50% of the time 
• Occasionally lift up to 25 pounds 
• At times requires stooping, bending, turning, pushing, pulling, reaching and climbing stairs (2-story) 
• Use of hands, fingers, arms to reach, grip and maneuver objects
• Must be able to respond quickly to sounds (fire/security alarms)
• Work in noisy and crowded school environment 
• Able to work a flexible schedule including weekends and evenings when needed
• Frequent walking throughout the campus
• Work around small children including sitting, standing, running and climbing stairs
• Must be able to lift and carry small children up to 40 pounds in case of emergency

Background Check Statement:

VCS conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

About Valley Christian Schools:

Valley Christian Schools offers students in Kindergarten through 12th Grade big school opportunities in a small school environment. Established in 1982, VCS provides 1100+ students a distinctly Christian education with excellent academics, championship athletics, award-winning fine arts and a supporting community that encourages spiritual growth and the success of our students in and out of the classroom across our two East Valley campuses. Valley Christian is ranked as one of the Top 50 Christian high schools in the U.S., the #1 Christian High School in Arizona, and as one of the Top 125 Places to Work in Arizona. For more information visit valleychristianaz.org. 

PLEASE NOTE: Subject to the Constitution of the United States and all applicable state and federal laws, Valley Christian Schools does not discriminate against applicants or students on the basis of race, color, and national or ethnic origin in its admissions or in the administration of its education policies, programs, or activities. In addition, subject to Subject to the Constitution of the United States and all applicable state and federal laws, Valley Christian Schools does not discriminate in its employment practices. Valley Christian Schools is a Christian education institution and, in compliance with Title VII of Civil Rights Act of 1964, reserves the right to give preference in employment based upon religion. It is our desire to build an employee community of individuals who are currently living out their Christian faith that agree with our Statement of Faith, beliefs, philosophy, and qualifications.

If you are a dedicated and passionate candidate looking for a rewarding career, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity!