Assistant Site Coordinator- Traverse Heights
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 28, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 22, 2026.
EcoSchool Assistant Site Coordinator
Afterschool & Summer Youth Programs | Part-time | Traverse City, MI
Be part of building an after-school program where kids learn about themselves and the world around them in a safe and caring community. If you love hanging out with kids, creative programming, and being outdoors, this role might be for you!
Employment BasisPart-time
Program LocationTraverse Heights Elementary Schools, Traverse City, MI
Age Group Elementary School (K-5)
Wage starting at $18.48/hour
Essential Roles
1. Program Support & Implementation:Assist the Site Coordinator in planning, preparing, and conducting high-quality programming that aligns with grant objectives and supports students’ academic, social, and emotional growth.
2. Leadership & Supervision:Help lead site operations, manage classrooms independently when needed, and provide direction to support staff in the absence of the Site Coordinator.
3. Compliance & Documentation: Assist in the accurate and timely completion of required reports, attendance records, child enrollment forms, and other documentation required for licensed child care.
4. Collaboration & Safety:Build positive relationships with staff, students, and school personnel while maintaining a clean, safe, and supportive learning environment and responding appropriately to emergencies.
What You Need Coming In
We don't expect you to know everything on day one. We doneed you to bring:
- A high school diploma or GED
- Be at least 18 years of age, 19 years old preferred
- At least one year of experience working with youth
- The ability to connect well with children
- The ability to work independently and lead others when needed
- Strong organization and communication skills
- Comfort with everyday technology such as Google Workspace and Microsoft Office
- First Aid/CPR certification
- The ability to pass required background checks and meet applicable child-care licensing requirements
- The physical ability to actively participate in youth programming-including standing, getting up and down from the floor, lifting up to 30 lbs., being outdoors all seasons in Michigan weather, and hiking on uneven terrain.
Additional school-age training, substantial direct experience working with school-aged children, and previous supervisory experience is preferred rather than required.
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The vibrant staff of SEEDS Ecology & Education Centers provides the energy that drives our mission to implement local solutions to global issues at the intersection of ecology, education, and design! Our team members make a difference every day, whether it is teaching a classroom of students about recycling, supporting local farmers' markets, leading crews to build a boardwalk, or inviting others to help reach resiliency goals.
SEEDS Ecology & Education Centers is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to religion, race, color, national origin, age, sex, height, weight, disability, familial status, or marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.