Director of Summer & After School Programs

McLean School•Potomac, MD

15d•$90,000 - $110,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Director of SummerEdge and After School Programs is a key leadership role responsible for envisioning, developing, and managing McLean’s growing portfolio of auxiliary programs. This includes the design and delivery of a robust summer program ( SummerEdge ) and a wide range of after-school offerings that support the School’s mission and meet the needs of families. The Director oversees all aspects of program planning, staffing, operations, marketing, and financial management. The new Director will be expected to build upon the existing strong programmatic base and lead the participation and programmatic expansion of SummerEdge by augmenting academic offerings for children in kindergarten to grade 8 as well as explore the addition of credit bearing academic summer courses for grades 9-12 students.

Requirements

A deep commitment to McLean School’s mission, values, and belief in the potential of every student.
Understanding of how students with dyslexia, anxiety, ADHD, and Executive Functioning issues learn and how best to support them.
Proven leadership and management experience in Auxilliary Programming or related area in a school setting.
Strong relationship-building and communication skills, including writing, speaking, and interpersonal abilities.
Demonstrated ability to recruit, train, and supervise staff while maintaining a culture of professionalism and care.
Strategic thinker with the capacity to manage details and deliver results in a dynamic environment.
Financial acumen, including budgeting, revenue management, and forecasting.
Proficiency with relevant software (Microsoft Office, Google Suite, registration platforms).
Collaborative team player with a sense of humor, creativity, and resilience.
Availability to work occasional evenings and weekends during program sessions.
Compassionate, flexible, and caring leadership style while still having the ability to make tough-but-correct decisions when necessary.
Be particularly attuned to and skillful in working with parents who have a high level of concern for their children as learners.

Responsibilities

Design, implement, and oversee all aspects of SummerEdge, offering engaging academic and enrichment opportunities that reflect McLean’s philosophy and high standards for student experience.
Design and manage all After School Programs, including extended day, enrichment classes, clubs, and special events.
Recruit, hire, train, and supervise seasonal and part-time staff, including teachers, counselors, and vendors.
Develop and maintain partnerships with outside organizations and program providers.
Ensure all programs are inclusive, mission-aligned, and responsive to student interests and family needs.
Oversee daily operations of auxiliary programs, including scheduling, staffing, facilities usage, transportation, and safety protocols.
Establish and maintain policies, procedures, and standards for quality and risk management.
Collaborate with faculty and administration to coordinate use of space and resources.
Maintain accurate records related to attendance, staffing, licensing, and compliance requirements.
Develop and manage budgets for all auxiliary programs.
Monitor revenue and expenses, ensuring programs meet or exceed financial goals.
Collaborate with the Business Office on billing, payroll, and vendor contracts.
Explore opportunities for program growth, innovation, and long-term sustainability.
Serve as the primary point of contact for families regarding all auxiliary programming.
Work with the Communications and Marketing team to promote programs to internal and external audiences.
Provide clear, timely, and professional communication with families, staff, and leadership.
Represent McLean in the wider community, promoting auxiliary programs as valuable extensions of the School’s mission.