The Salvation Army

Play Care Coordinator

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Temporary
Hourly
Full-time
Part-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $18.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
Day Shifts
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Benefits

Paid Time Off
retirement savings plan
Health Insurance
voluntary life insurance

Job Description

The Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center located in Biloxi, Mississippi, is part of The Salvation Army network, which is renowned for its community-building initiatives and dedicated support to families and children. This center acts not only as a place for recreational activities but also as a nurturing environment that encourages growth, development, and learning for children of various ages. With its commitment to fostering a safe, supportive, and engaging atmosphere, the Kroc Center supports parents and community members by offering comprehensive child care, after-school programs, and summer camps designed to inspire creativity, education, and physical activity. The center... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma required
  • Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred
  • Three years of experience administering a child care program or equivalent combination of training and experience
  • Valid driver's license and eligible driver status under TSA Driver Program
  • CPR and first aid certification
  • Infant/Child CPR certification

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma required with a bachelor’s degree preferred in Early Childhood Education or a related field
  • Three years administering a child care program or equivalent experience
  • Valid driver's license and eligible driver status under TSA Driver Program
  • CPR and first aide certified
  • Infant/Child CPR certification

Job Duties

  • Supervises, monitors, and provides oversight to the day-to-day program activities of the play care center, camp and after school programs
  • Coordinates, supervises, schedules, trains and orients support staff, seasonal/part-time staff, and volunteers
  • Reviews, monitors, and evaluates the programs offered to children ensuring activities are age appropriate, stimulating, and educational as well as in compliance with current acceptable teaching principles and practices
  • Researches, creates and plans curriculum and schedules to promote the development of the children served
  • conducts assessments to identify strengths and weaknesses and to specify goals to ensure programs meet the needs of children, parents, community and staff
  • Implements and enforces program policies and procedures
  • Provides recommendations on the purchase of equipment and program supplies in compliance with budgetary considerations
  • Maintains awareness of local, state and federal regulations governing program operations and ensures compliance to the same including health, safety, and licensing regulations
  • Performs high quality customer service and maintains ongoing communication with parents and children
  • Opens/closes and secures the Play Care Center
  • Plans, coordinates, and leads regular staff meetings

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location