Extended Care Director, St. Patrick, Tacoma

Saint Patrick Catholic School (SPCS) is a PreK-8 Catholic elementary school in the Archdiocese of Seattle. Thesuccessful candidate for this position will demonstrate a commitment to work with a talented and motivated studentpopulation and faculty. SPCS fosters amongst its administrators faculty members staff persons and students a commitment to embrace and celebrate the diversity of theschools family and the broader community. Our school has made a strong commitment to promoting the diversity of ouremployees. We encourage persons of all backgrounds to apply.

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

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

Relationships

Reporting

• Reports to the Principal and Vice Principal

Working

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

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.

Inquiries/Submittal:

Please send a cover letter & resume to Kate Chambers Principal at Please also fill out the job application at theArchdiocese of Seattle job posting page.