Program Coordinator and Counselor

Pay: From $16.00 per hour

Job description:

Purple Bloom School in Coralville, IA is looking for a:

Program Coordinator and Counselor | After School Enrichment (ASEP) and Summer Camp

About Purple Bloom School:

Each day, our students are given ample opportunities with adequate time for nutrition, physical activities, learning strategies for a positive mindset, completion of their work and play, eating, enjoying the company of their friends, outdoor play, experimentation, creation, reflection, processing, and growing. Students are immersed in a rich learning environment where meaningful experiences allow students to master new skills and concepts.

Every student in Purple Bloom School feels a sense of belonging due to our intentional room settings, small class sizes, emotionally and physically available teachers/staff. Each child has a sense of control in their learning due to our child-led curriculum where each child has a vote in what happens in the classroom. Our curriculum revolves around the students, not the other way around.

Students from Purple Bloom School become happy, healthy, well-adjusted members of society. They increase the integrity of peer interactions. They are problem solvers and bucket fillers. They smile, share, encourage, support, and love others. They light up rooms. Purple Bloom students make the world a better place.

About our After School Enrichment (ASEP) and Summer Camp Programs:

For elementary students in the area, we have limited-availability After School and Summer Camp Programs. We carry our Purple Bloom School philosophy of play-based and experiential learning with a large focus in social-emotional development throughout these programs. We want our students and campers to learn about the world in a way that allows them to get involved and get their hands dirty. This is done by welcoming visitors, planning field trips, and going on adventures throughout the local community. Beyond this, we encourage the students/campers to develop their problem-solving, independence, and social-emotional skills through daily responsibilities, mutual teacher-student respect, and daily coaching.

Position Summary:

The Program Coordinator and Counselor for these programs supports the Purple Bloom School education philosophy where students can explore, grow, and develop their social-emotional and academic skills. This is a role where organization and management balance with creativity and playfulness as they not only facilitate the programs, but also actively participate in them on a daily basis. With the required schedule, this is a great position for college students, especially those in the Education Department!

Key Responsibilities:

• Be a role model for our students/campers by demonstrating respect, responsibility, patience, inclusivity, and problem-solving.
• Drive students/campers in a 8- to 15-passenger van.
• Plan activities for both programs (may include crafts, special visitors, field trips, walking trips, community projects, etc.)
• Follow a financial budget.
• Facilitate and manage program schedules and other counselors.
• Keep track of van maintenance including oil changes and gas fills.

Qualifications:

• Experience with elementary-level students.
• Experience with implementing play-based, experiential, and social-emotional learning.
• Ability to work well with others while giving direct instructions with follow-up and planning/facilitating activities.
• Experience exchanging in appropriate information and conversations with student/camper parents.
• Must have a valid driver's license
• Must be able to pass a background check, fill out required documents, and complete all HHS- and Purple Bloom School-required trainings (Mandatory Reporting, CPR/First Aid, Universal Precautions, Essentials, etc.)
• Must be able to pass a physical screening.
• Must be able to abide by Purple Bloom School policies and procedures.

Work Schedule and Location:

This is an on-site position located at Purple Bloom School (2060 12th, Ave. Coralville, IA 52241).

After School Enrichment Program (ASEP): This program lasts throughout the entire ICCSD academic school year. This position needs to work the following hours at a minimum each semester:

• Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 230-5pm _ OR_
• Monday-Wednesday, Friday: 230-5pm and Thursday: 130-5pm

Summer Camp Program: This program lasts throughout the entire summer. This position needs to work full-time, choosing one of the following schedule options:

• Monday-Friday: 730am-430pm OR
• Monday-Friday: 8am-5pm

Compensation and Benefits:

• Pay Rate: (starting) $16/hour
• Paid Training
• Weekends and major holidays off
• Personal and sick days.
• PTO (full-time staff after 90 days & completion of required trainings)

How to Apply:

To apply, please submit your resume that demonstrates qualifications and experience. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Purple Bloom School is an equal opportunity employer and celebrates diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, identity, orientation, national origin, or disability status.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Benefits:

• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Work Location: In person