Assistant Program Manager - BASE

Douglas County School District•Pierz, MN
•$20 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Program Manager supervises and guides children in the program and supervises and directs staff. The role assists the Program Manager in leading and managing daily program operations, developing, implementing, and evaluating programming and services, and ensuring compliance with applicable rules and regulations. The Assistant Program Manager also develops and promotes good community relations among community members and school clientele. This is a split-shift position during school contact days, working in before- and after-school programs Monday through Friday. Mandatory daytime meetings occur throughout the school year. During school breaks, straight shifts may be available. The position is scheduled for 30 hours per week and approximately 260 work days per year.

Requirements

  • Must be at least 21 years of age.
  • Must meet at least one of the listed qualifications: a qualifying bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degree in a specified area; an associate's degree or 60 semester credit hours plus three months (455 hours) of qualifying experience; 21 months (3,185 hours) of qualifying experience plus six semester hours of college coursework or 40 clock hours of applicable school-age coursework within the first nine months in the position; or a current Early Childhood Education Professional Credential, Level II or higher, version 3.0.
  • Complete department-approved standard precautions training that meets current OSHA requirements before working with children; renew annually.
  • Complete building and physical premises safety training before working with children.
  • Complete department-approved child abuse prevention training within 30 calendar days of employment and renew annually.
  • Complete at least three clock hours per year focused on social-emotional development.
  • Complete at least 15 clock hours of ongoing training per year, excluding First Aid and CPR; accredited programs require a higher annual minimum.
  • Maintain First Aid and CPR certification and complete recertification.
  • Meet the physical demands of occasional lifting of 5 to 50 pounds and frequent bending, stooping, walking, standing, kneeling, crawling, squatting, reaching, and sitting.

Responsibilities

  • Coach, mentor, and direct others to meet program and department goals.
  • Ensure children's safety by providing sufficient and appropriate supervision and guidance at all times.
  • Promote positive behavior and healthy peer relationships using strategies that support social and emotional development.
  • Assist the Director in demonstrating compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
  • Collaborate with families and other involved providers to understand each child's strengths and needs, including children who are highly impacted, and develop strategies for safe and meaningful participation.
  • Plan and implement activities that provide children opportunities to learn and develop life skills, explore interests, experience self-worth and belonging, and contribute to the community.
  • Use positive techniques to support and guide behavior and promote respectful, cooperative interactions among children.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Health savings account (HSA)
  • Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
  • District-paid and voluntary supplemental life insurance
  • Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
  • Short- and long-term disability insurance
  • Voluntary critical illness and accident insurance
  • Employee assistance program (EAP)
  • Voluntary 401(k), 403(b), and 457 retirement plan options
  • Paid vacation, sick, and personal time
  • The program pays all required training costs, including seat time at the employee's current hourly rate.
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