Site Coordinator After School Program

Position Type:

Before and After School Programs/Site Coordinator / Head Teacher

Date Posted:

5/12/2025

Location:

Harwinton, CT

EdAdvance is one of Connecticut's six Regional Educational Service Centers (RESCs). EdAdvance is also a partner in the RESC Alliance and works collaboratively with the other RESC groups to support state-wide initiatives.

Mission

EdAdvance, exists to promote the success of school districts and their communities.

EdAdvance is redefining what a Regional Education Service Center can be using a systemic approach – grounded in the “3C’s”, Connection Culture, and Customization. Focused on local and regional priorities, we are reinvesting the expertise, energy, and resources of the agency to amplify the benefit of our constituents.

BASES (Before and After School Extended Services)

Hours: 3:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. plus approx. 1 hour off site planning time daily

Located in Harwinton Consolidated School, Harwinton, CT

Job Description:

EdAdvance is seeking a qualified applicant to work in the BASES (Before and After School Extended Services) After School Program at Harwinton Consolidated School, Harwinton, CT. The qualified candidate will be professional, working toward or already possess a minimum of 12 college credits in elementary education, early childhood education or a related field, have experience working with elementary school-aged children, or have the ability to complete Office of Early Childhood Head Teacher Certification Course (approx. 40 hours online) and have 540 working hours experience with children. Candidate will possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, and be available during after-school hours (3:00 pm-6:00 pm). The Site Coordinator works under the supervision of the BASES Administrative Team.

Major Responsibilities:

Coordinate the daily operation of the after-school program

Supervise children and provide a safe, welcoming environment

Understand, follow and maintain all licensing regulations set by the state of CT Office of Early Childhood

Maintain positive relationships with families, children, and school personnel

Maintain student registration system and paperwork

Daily set up and clean up of program site

Attend mandatory Site Coordinator and Staff meetings as scheduled (usually evenings)

First Aid/CPR/Meds Admin certification to be acquired within 3 months of hire

Other duties as may be assigned

Regular and consistent attendance is considered an essential function of this position Qualifications:

Must have 12 credits in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, or a related field and 540 working hours with children OR complete the OEC Head Teacher Certification course online (approx 40 hrs) and have 540 working hours experince with children.

Must be present 5 days a week and/or 70% of the hours site in operation.

Working towards or possess a bachelor's degree in Early Childhood or Elementary Education or a related field (i.e. social work, education, psychology)

At least 540 hours experience working with Elementary School Aged Children

Knowledge of Child Development

Awareness of Age-Appropriate curriculum activities

Good verbal and interpersonal communication skills Physical Requirements:

Must be able to stand for the entire shift and move through program space (indoor and outdoor) with students. Application Procedure:

Applications should be submitted for consideration by visiting EdAdvance’s employment page at, and click on the APPLY button next to the job posting of interest.

EdAdvance does not discriminate in any of its programs, activities or employment practices on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran, marital or familial status, pregnancy, genetic information, or status as a domestic violence victim, (along with any other classification protected by law). EdAdvance further provides equal access to the Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, and all other designated youth groups. To file a complaint of discrimination, write Director, Office of Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Washington, DC 20250-9410, or the Connecticut Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities, 450 Columbus Boulevard, Hartford, CT 06103. Any person having inquiries concerning EdAdvance’s compliance with its nondiscrimination policies and procedures, including compliance with Section 504, Title VI or Title IX, should contact: