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 schools 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 Please also fill out the job application at the Archdiocese of Seattle job posting page.

Qualifications/Competencies:

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• High school diploma or GED required; Associates or Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education Elementary Education Child Development or related field preferred
• Experience working in a licensed childcare or school-age program setting
• Meets or is willing to complete all DCYF requirements for School-Age Program Directors including:
  • STARS 30-Hour Basic Training
  • Washington State background check
  • Valid CPR/First Aid certification
  • Bloodborne Pathogen and HIV/AIDS training
  • Food Handlers Permit
  • Completion of DCYF MERIT registration and training updates
• Strong organizational leadership and communication skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and work collaboratively with students families and school staff
• Commitment to the Catholic mission and values of Saint Patrick Catholic School

Salary Range: $26-$28/hr

Any offered salary is determined based on internal equity internal salary ranges market data applicants skills and prior relevant experience degrees and certifications.

Full-time position with benefits (see below) during the academic year with year-round full-time potential dictated by increased summer programming.

Those with direct Catholic education experience will be prioritized.

Benefits:

A comprehensive package of benefits is offered including two medical plan options dental vision life accidental death and disability long-term disability pension 403(b) HSA FSA generous sick leave paid vacation and holidays.

Any offered salary is determined based on internal equity internal salary ranges market data applicants skills and prior relevant experience certain degrees and certifications.

Benefits: Eligible positions receive a comprehensive package of benefits including medical dental vision life accidental death and disability long term disability pension 403(b) HSA FSA and generous sick leave vacation and holidays.