Extended Care Director - Hourly

Extended Care Director:

The Extended Care Director at Saint Patrick Catholic School is responsible for planning, implementing, and overseeing a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate before- and after-school care program for students in PreK through 8th grade. Rooted in the Catholic mission of the school, this individual ensures a welcoming and faith-filled environment for students and families while maintaining compliance with all Washington State Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) licensing regulations.

Core Functions or Duties:

Program Leadership & Administration

• Develop and maintain a structured, engaging, and age-appropriate extended care program that aligns with the school's mission and values.
• Ensure full compliance with all applicable DCYF licensing requirements, including safety, staffing ratios, recordkeeping, and facility standards.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Washington State licensing regulations and ensure all extended care practices adhere accordingly.
• Establish and maintain daily routines, emergency preparedness protocols, and behavior expectations.
• Oversee the preparation and delivery of snack service, ensuring nutritional guidelines are followed.

Staff Management

• Train, supervise, schedule, and evaluate extended care staff, including assistants and volunteers.
• Conduct regular team meetings and provide on-the-job coaching to ensure consistency and quality of care.
• Maintain required staff records, certifications (e.g., first aid/CPR, food handler permits, background checks), and professional development hours per DCYF standards.

Student & Family Engagement

• Foster a warm, inclusive, and responsive environment where all students feel safe and supported.
• Communicate regularly and effectively with parents/guardians regarding program activities, student behavior, scheduling, and policy updates.
• Address and resolve behavioral, emotional, and safety concerns in a timely and compassionate manner, in partnership with families and school leadership.

Operations & Compliance

• Maintain daily attendance records and incident reports, and prepare required documentation for audits or inspections.
• Manage program budget, supplies inventory, and resource procurement within approved financial guidelines.
• Coordinate with the Principal, Vice Principal, and office staff to ensure alignment with school-wide schedules, events, and communications.
• Plan and oversee full-day programming during non-school days or early-release days as needed.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Other duties as assigned by the Principal or Vice Principal

Relationships

Reporting

• Reports to the Principal and Vice Principal

Working

• Works with Extended Care Aides, faculty & staff, students, parents, and the SPCS community

Inquiries/Submittal:

Please send a cover letter & resume to Kate Chambers, Principal, at kchambers@saintpats.org. Please also fill out the job application at the Archdiocese of Seattle job posting page.