Job Description

Hours: 6:15 am - 12:15 pm & 2:15 pm - 6:15 pm

Salary: $21.49

Reports To: Vacation Station Coordinator

About Us

Francis Howell School District (FHSD) is committed to providing a safe, supportive, and engaging learning environment where every student can thrive. Our dedicated staff work together to support student success and provide high-quality educational opportunities throughout the District.

Job Summary

The Assistant Coordinator � Vacation Station assists the Program Coordinator in facilitating programming for school-age children during specified hours when students are not in school. This position helps provide a safe, educational, and fun environment that supports District academic standards and Vacation Station program goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the maintenance and organization of program information, supplies, equipment, and records to support quality programming.
• Assist with the evaluation, development, and implementation of lesson plans aligned with core content, instructional strategies, and program goals.
• Assist with the supervision of students and help coordinate student needs, including medication administration, dismissal schedule changes, and current medical/allergy information.
• Attend workshops, conferences, and additional training to obtain information and share knowledge with staff.
• Complete and provide appropriate documentation to the Vacation Station Coordinator, including accident and incident reports, attendance records, daily schedules, discipline documentation, budgetary compliance information, and District purchases.
• Conduct and document routine fire, tornado, earthquake, and safety drills in accordance with safety requirements and procedures.
• Develop systems for maintaining and organizing program materials and equipment to ensure resources are available and properly maintained.
• Implement changes to support the Vacation Station program model and maintain a safe environment.
• Communicate daily with Building Administrators and parents regarding student needs, incidents, accidents, and other program-related information.
• Maintain confidential student records, including attendance, medical, and incident records.
• Model appropriate professional practices and best practices for staff.
• Present information and professional development opportunities to staff and assist with communication and implementation.
• Assist the Vacation Station Coordinator with overseeing the lesson-planning process and provide input and feedback for staff evaluations.
• Train and orient new hires by reviewing documents, policies, procedures, and expectations and assisting with training and mentoring.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education: Community College and/or Vocational School degree with study in a job-related area. A Bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred.

Experience: Job-related experience with increasing levels of responsibility is desired.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of instructional procedures and practices, age-appropriate student activities, safety practices and procedures, conflict resolution, and child development/behavior.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations and read manuals and other instructional materials.
• Ability to prepare documents, present information, and solve practical problems.
• Ability to schedule activities, meetings, and events and gather and organize data.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work with diverse groups.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work effectively with frequent interruptions.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment and pertinent software applications.
• Ability to prepare and maintain accurate records.

Benefits

FHSD offers an employer-paid benefits package that includes:

• Medical insurance options
• Dental insurance options
• Vision insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• District-paid basic life insurance of $75,000
• District-paid Short-Term Disability
• Paid holidays
• Family coverage options

Long-term disability and additional life insurance available at employee expense

We look forward to receiving your application and potentially welcoming you to the FHSD team!