Expanded Learning Program Manager

KIPP SoCal Public Schools • Los Angeles, CA

63d • $71,000

About The Position

KIPP SoCal provides expanded learning programs before school, after school, in summer school or through intersession learning opportunities. These programs focus on developing the academic, social, emotional, and physical needs and interests of pupils through hands-on, engaging learning experiences. The Expanded Learning Program Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing the expanded learning program for all interested students at a KIPP SoCal campus and manages the team members involved. The Expanded Learning Program Manager reports directly to school administration and has the continued support from the Expanded Learning Team at our regional office. You Should Apply If The Expanded Learning Program Manager role features ample opportunity to manage adults while also working with amazing students in our expanded learning program so if that combination excites you, apply today. The Expanded Learning Program will continue to grow across KIPP SoCal and people excited by innovating and creating will thrive here.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Minimum of 3 years experience managing expanded learning programs required
• Previous supervisory experience required
• 3 or more years working with school-aged youth
• Ability to supervise and work in a team environment
• Ability to work independently and work under strict deadlines
• Ability to work with varied populations, such as administrators, teachers, parents, and students
• Excellent computer skills, experience working with Google platform a plus
• Commitment to KIPP SoCal’s mission and values
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands, changes approach or method to best fit the situation, able to deal with frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events.
• Planning/Organization - Priorities and plans work activities, uses time efficiently, develops realistic action plans
• Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality, demonstrates accuracy and thoughtfulness
• Initiative - takes initiative in appropriate situations and goes above and beyond expectations when necessary.
• Relationships - develops relationships based upon trust, respect, and commitment to KIPP SoCals’s mission
• Attention to KIPP SoCal Policies - Approaches others in a tactful manner, reacts well under pressure, treats others with respect and consideration, accepts responsibility for own actions, follows through on commitments

Responsibilities

• Create an expanded learning program vision, mission, and goals that support the broader goals of KIPP SoCal Public Schools
• Design enrichment opportunities for students that fit their interests and passions and can be led by your part-time team
• Develop and manage the schedule of academic, recreation, and enrichment activities
• Develop and implement the program plan in collaboration with the administration
• Provide leadership, training, and supervision to part-time program staff to design and implement quality standards-aligned programming.
• Supervise and ensure the safety of students at all times.
• Organize and facilitate after school program events and field trips
• Manage day-to-day operations of the school enrichment program
• Oversee academic, homework, and enrichment components so that activities are aligned with the needs and interests of individual participants
• Outline the process for any meals at the school site
• Ensure that dismissal, including early pickup policy and procedures, is safe and consistent with grant requirements
• Manage budget, supply ordering, scheduling & required documentation & reportsTravel to staff meetings, school meetings, and training as scheduled and required
• Communicate effectively with school administration, teachers, parents, and other stakeholders
• Manage Full-Time Expanded Learning Program Assistant/s
• Recruit, select and continuously train/develop front line team members
• Execute the evaluation of the program and performance of site team members
• Continuously observe and supervise team members in the Expanded Learning Program
• Recruit and enroll students to ensure daily attendance requirements are sufficient
• Maintain accurate records (i.e., registration forms, attendance sheets, operational schedules, etc.)
• Maintain documentation on staff performance issues; provide guidance to staff as needed
• Adhere to workplace safety guidelines, make recommendations for workplace safety
• Follow school and KIPP SoCal procedures and policies for the safe operation of the Expanded Learning Program
• Complete annual program evaluations, including surveys of students, team members, and parents
• Submit all required documentation on a timely basis (i.e., attendance, emergency cards, permission forms, and surveys)

Benefits

• Employer-paid KIPP SoCal life insurance
• 401(k) plan with up to 6% match by KIPP SoCal
• Voluntary Benefits (Pet Insurance, Supplemental Life, Accident, Short Term Disability, etc.)
• A generous paid time off program that includes 22 holidays, sick leave, and vacation
• Other great benefits (Flexible spending account, EAP, etc.)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees