Elementary School Site Coordinator

Overview

Make a Difference Today! Do you love working with kids? Can you inspire young people to reach their full potential? Do you have a special talent, hobby, or passion you’d love to share?

At Arc Experience
, we bring learning to life through before and after-school programs that serve youth across Southern California
, including Los Angeles
, San Diego
, and the Imperial Valley
. We value our team members and invest in their growth by providing opportunities to build real-world skills, gain leadership experience, and make a meaningful impact in the community. Our Site Coordinator has a vital role in creating a positive and enriching environment where students can thrive beyond the classroom. This position is about fostering creativity, building confidence, and supporting academic and personal growth in a fun and engaging way.

With strong leadership and organizational skills, the Site Coordinator ensures that every student feels safe, inspired, and empowered to succeed. As a Site Coordinator supporting the Program Leads, you will manage a team of staff, mentor Program Leads, and help develop their skills to enhance the overall quality of the program. It is a rewarding role that blends education, mentorship, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact on young lives.

• Plan, organize, and oversee daily after school programs and activities that align with the organization’s mission and student needs.
• Ensure programs are engaging, age-appropriate, and promote academic, social, and emotional development.
• Recruit, train, and manage after school program staff.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for school administration, fostering strong relationships and partnerships between school and after school staff to support program success.
• Develop staff schedules, assign duties, and conduct regular performance evaluations.
• Provide ongoing professional development and training to enhance staff effectiveness.
• Ensure a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment for all staff and students.
• Address student behavior issues in a positive and constructive manner, following organizational guidelines.
• Monitor student attendance and engagement, addressing concerns with parents and school staff as needed.
• Collaborate effectively with district staff to support program goals and ensure alignment with school and community needs.
• Communicate regularly with parents/guardians to share updates on student progress and program activities.
• Maintain accurate records, including attendance, incident reports, and program evaluations.
• Ensure compliance with state and local regulations, including licensing and safety requirements.
• Develop and manage the program’s budget, ensuring efficient use of resources.
• Oversee program setup, including materials, space, and equipment.
• Coordinate transportation and meals/snacks for students as needed.
• Act as the primary point of contact for the after school program, representing the organization positively to all stakeholders.

• 2+ years’ experience in after-school programming operations and administrative skills.
• 1+ years’ experience managing a team.
• Strong communication skills; able to talk to kids, parents, school admin and teachers comfortably; a problem solver, a team player, and a good listener.
• Ability to supervise and support staff without constant direction.
• Ability to work collaboratively with all levels of staff.
• Professional attitude, commitment to integrity, confidentiality, and professional discretion.
• Proven ability to solve problems, make decisions, and resolve conflicts.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Docs, and common operating systems.
• College transcripts showing 48+ college credit units completed OR you take and pass an academic proficiency exam.
• TB test (negative) and Live Scan background check.
• CPR and first aid training or proof of certification within 12 months.
• English - Spanish bilingual highly preferred.

If the school you will be working at requires a Covid-19 vaccination, you must provide documentation that shows you are fully Covid-19 vaccinated.

The Site Coordinator position is full-time, non-exempt, and benefits eligible. This position reports to the Regional Manager.

Arc provides the following benefits to full-time employees (40 hours or more):

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs (Anthem & TELUS)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Pet Insurance (United Pet Care)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Sick Leave (PSL)
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Discounts (Tickets at Work)
• Provided equipment: laptop, cellphone, walkie talkie.
• Arc-branded shirts and jackets to keep.

• Monday to Friday
• Depending on the school, there is an option for a split shift if there is a morning program; if there is not, then the shifts are 8-hour days.

• Reliably commute before starting work (Required)

Arc is an Equal Opportunity Employer.