Employment
The families in our Maine communities are facing enormous challenges around food, isolation, and health care. Working with the Mission is a way of helping to make important change in the lives of good people. The work is rewarding, and the people we work with are inspiring. Our region of Maine is a wonderful place to live and work, known for safe, neighborly towns and a wide array of natural resources perfect for outdoor adventures.
For a career with Maine Seacoast Mission, please see below for current openings.
EdGE Afterschool Site Coordinator – Cherryfield

EdGE Afterschool Site Coordinator – Cherryfield
Position Summary
The EdGE Afterschool Site Coordinator supports Mission Downeast initiatives that leverage education, leadership, experiential, outdoor activities, and mentoring-based programs to build youth engagement, aspirations, and resilience. This position supports EdGE afterschool program with a focus on students in K-8 grades.
Responsibilities
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- Provide a safe and welcoming environment for all EdGE afterschool participants
- Plan and lead afterschool programming that aligns with the Mission’s values
- Plan and facilitate program and activities that engage youth
- Supervise, train and mentor part-time staff at afterschool program
- Oversee site specific administrative activities such as approving timesheets, time change requests, PTO requests, scheduling of staff, and summiting weekly reports
- Overseeing medication administration, incident reports and other program related documentation
- Maintaining and using CampBrain for attendance and relevant student information
- Act as a positive role model and mentor to both staff and students
- Attend quarterly EdGE coordinator meeting
- Support in the effort of data collecting for program evaluation purposes when applicable
- Support the Mission’s Marketing efforts by submitting photos weekly to the Marketing Department
As a part of the Maine Seacoast Mission
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- Promote and embody the Mission as a welcoming and inclusive organization, where all people are valued and respected
- Support the values and purpose of the Maine Seacoast Mission as expressed in the “Living the Mission” conceptual framework and mission statement
- Uphold the reputation of the Mission and honor the trust built over generations between the Mission and the communities in which we work
Qualifications
Core Qualifications
- Demonstrated experience with and passion for working with youth
- Commitment to honoring, learning from, and contributing to the distinct coastal and island communities the Mission serves
- Commitment to youth-development programming
- Outstanding organizational management skills and the ability to mentor staff, youth, and volunteers
- Ability to develop cohesive and effective teams
- Commitment to diversity as source of strength and to valuing the dignity and worth of every person
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal, relationship management skills; a collaborative working style
- At least two years of experience supervising and mentoring staff
Required Education and Experience
- High school diploma or job-related experience
Preferred Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree preferred
- Experience working with students who come from rural and lower income backgrounds
- Lived experience that reflects the communities we serve
- Experience working with students in experiential education
- Spanish language proficiency
Special Qualifications and Certifications
- Clean driver’s license
- First-aid and CPR training or willingness to obtain within six months of hire
- Background check required unless already employed by a school partner
Position Conditions and Requirements
Work Environment
- Ability to work in school spaces, outside in various weather conditions and, at times, in a noisy environment
- Ability to use computer or mobile device to clock in and out for time sheets
Physical Demands
- Able to remain in a stationary position for up to two hours at a time
- Able to move in a variety of positions for activities and games with children
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
Travel Requirements
- Ability to travel to program site
Compensation
This is a full-time, non-exempt position based on a 20-hour work week. The rate is $24/hour based on experience.
To Apply
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Equal Employment Opportunity
The Mission does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, ethnic heritage/ancestry, national origin, age, legally recognized disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, military status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. The Mission is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. The Mission strives to provide a work environment free from all forms of improper discrimination and harassment, including sexual harassment. Discrimination and harassment, whether committed by supervisors, nonsupervisory employees, or others, is unlawful and will not be tolerated.
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