Program Supervisor (Youth & Education)

Access•Dearborn, MI

23h

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Supervisor of the Program uses specialized knowledge in the education of K-12 students, along with skills obtained through experience and/or formal training to provide a safe learning environment and engage students in academic, recreation and enrichment activities at multiple school locations. Routine contact with schools and partner agencies is required to obtain, clarify or provide facts and information.

Requirements

Knowledge of: School curricula, Common Core, assessments and teaching methodology/best practices
Program and project management
Skill in: Operating standard office equipment and using required software applications for program area and other applications, including Microsoft Office
Ability to: Partner with other functional areas to accomplish objectives
Facilitate meetings, ensuring that all viewpoints, ideas and problems are addressed
Incite enthusiasm and influence, motivate and persuade others to achieve desired outcomes
Interpret and apply policies and identify and recommend changes as appropriate
Organize, manage and track multiple detailed tasks and assignments with frequently changing priorities in a fast-paced work environment
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment
Handle stressful situations and provide a high level of customer service in a calm and professional manner
Establish and maintain effective working relationships
Minimum Degree Required: Bachelors degree
Required Disciplines: Elementary or Secondary Education, Child Guidance/Counseling or related field
At least 2-3 years of experience working in a leadership capacity
At least 2 years of experience in an educational setting
Any equivalent combination of experience, education and/or training approved by Human Resources
Licenses/Certifications Required at Date of Hire: Teaching certificate preferred
Certifications Required: Bloodborne pathogens training (must be completed at time of hire)
CPR/First Aid (must be completed within one month of hire)
16 clock hours of training throughout the year (completed after hire)
May require Mandated Reporter certification
May require Abusive Head Trauma certification

Nice To Haves

Teaching certificate preferred

Responsibilities

Ensure adherence to the grant contract, including the maintenance of all program data/records
Hire, schedule and supervise staff
Oversee the operation of the program, including the supervision and coaching of the site leaders
Meet regularly with the site leaders to ensure smooth day-to-day operation of the program
Assist in the evaluation of the program using MSU evaluation materials or a YPQA: Youth Program Quality Assessment tool
Determine need and arrange for professional development
Develop operational policies and practices for the program in cooperation with site leaders, youth and other program staff, as appropriate
Produce, with the assistance of the site leaders, monthly activity calendars and daily schedules
Manage standards of behavior for the purpose of ensuring the safety and well-being of students
Assist with events related to after school programming, as necessary
Attend regular staff trainings, orientations and professional development
Follow all DHHS and CACFP regulations, including safety procedures
Ensure regular communication with parents on childs homework completion, activities and behavior
Work with program staff to distribute three newsletters to stakeholders per year
Send principals (and other school-day staff, as appropriate) a monthly program update
Submit supplies request forms in a timely manner for all activities/projects
Plan, assign, monitor and manage the work of others
Review performance and evaluate results achieved by subordinates
Coach and mentor subordinates
Interpret, apply and recommend changes to organizational policies and procedures
Review progress of assignments with senior management
Balance conflicting resource and priority demands
Maintain currency in educational techniques pertaining to K-12 education
Operate standard office equipment and use required software applications
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned