Manager, Expanded Learning

Catalyst Family•Irvine, CA

11h

About The Position

The Manager of Expanded Learning manages multiple after-school enrichment programs and is directly accountable for each site’s operations, quality, customer satisfaction, and profitability. The role serves as Catalyst ELO-P’s liaison with its district partner, educators, parents, and school administration; oversees all Site Coordinators within the contract; and reports directly to the Director of Expanded Learning. The Manager collaborates with the Director to establish contract plans and site-specific goals, supports Site Coordinators in planning and implementing services that meet community needs, and builds relationships with external stakeholders. The role manages key human resources functions in partnership with the HR team, supports staff development and retention, and is responsible for financial performance and growth across assigned sites. The Manager also ensures programs meet state-specific requirements, establishes standardized operating procedures, maintains family and community relationships, and promotes programs at school and community events. The position requires travel of up to 30% to assigned sites. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with 8 hours worked between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m.

Requirements

Minimum of 3 years of experience in early childhood education, with demonstrated ability to lead child care center operations.
Solid experience supervising and leading a team.
Ability to meet state-specific requirements, including Fingerprint Live Scan, CPR/First Aid, medical certificate/TB test, and Mandated Reporter training.
Associate degree-level education is listed as the minimum formal relevant education; units in ECE/CD, administration, or adult supervision are preferred.

Nice To Haves

Units in early childhood education/child development (ECE/CD), administration, or adult supervision.
Working knowledge of accounting, budgeting, staffing, and scheduling.
Child development management experience with a strong recreation background.
Proficiency in a second language.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the Director of Expanded Learning to establish the overall contract plan and site-specific goals.
Work with Site Coordinators to plan and implement site-based services that align with community needs.
Build and maintain strategic relationships with principals, teachers on special assignment, school districts, and other external stakeholders.
Maintain regular communication and relationships that support program growth and renewal.
Manage key HR functions in partnership with the HR team, including recruitment, selection, evaluation, scheduling, hiring, and discipline.
Support employee development and training through coaching and mentoring, and communicate with staff about classroom issues and standard operating procedures.
Maintain staff morale, recognition, and retention.
Identify ways to improve site financial performance and proactively grow the business, including potential regional expansion.
Maintain direct profit-and-loss responsibility for the assigned contract.
Train, manage, and support Site Coordinators in financially sound budgeting, resource utilization, and timely financial reporting.
Ensure sites and programs meet state-specific requirements and standards.
Implement standardized operating procedures to improve program quality.
Establish and sustain communication and relationships with families and the community.
Promote Catalyst ELO-P programs at relevant school and community events.
Pursue internal growth opportunities across locations in the assigned area.
Travel up to 30% to assigned sites.