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Bearcat Den Coordinator

This position will directly oversee the Lower School Bearcat Den after school program at KCD with support from The Director of Auxiliary Programs. In addition, this position will have the responsibility for leading all child-care for teacher in-service dates (6 dates during the school year). Hours for these dates are approximately 8:00 am - 4:00 pm. This is a part-time, school-year (10 month) position. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Bearcat Den
  • Direct supervision of children and workers in Bearcat Den.
  • Must be on site and present daily from 2:00pm-6:00pm on school days.
  • Oversee and be present for all faculty in-service child-care dates for the school.
  • Management of schedules for parents, children and all workers in Bearcat Den.
  • Ability to learn and use the school’s child-care software to manage student attendance and billing.
  • Assist with the registration process for after school classes and intramural sports as needed.  
  • Hire, train and supervise all Bearcat Den employees with assistance from Human Resources and the Director of Auxiliary Programs.

Qualifications:
  • Experience working with elementary age school children (ages 4-12) (Required)
  • Bachelor’s degree in education or related field or working towards (Preferred)
  • Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, creative thinking.
  • Ability to manage and supervise others (both adults and children)
  • Strong presence and ability to lead and direct large groups of children.
  • Effective communication skills that promote positive relationships with students, families and colleagues.
  • Commitment to continual development of one’s cultural competence.
  • CPR/First Aid Certification or ability to obtain.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment:
  • Must be able to lift 40lbs.
  • Ability to oversee and ensure the safety of children in and out of the classroom, including escorting them over our large campus.
  • Ability to be physically present in the classroom / Bearcat Den.
  • Ability to work in a wide variety of environments as found in all areas of the school.
  • Ability to move around the campus quickly, as needed.

Cover letter and resume should be sent to personnel@kcd.org. Preferred application deadline is May 13, 2024.
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Kentucky Country Day School is a private JK–12, coeducational school located on a spacious 80+ acre campus in Louisville, KY. KCD combines a rigorous academic program with a wide variety of athletic and extracurricular programs. Our outstanding faculty creates an intimate learning environment that is both challenging and supportive.