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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…