Schools Out Enrichment Director
About The Position
The Schools Out Enrichment Program Director is responsible for the development, implementation, and direct supervision of enrichment program staff, and all other duties related to enrichment programming. This role involves administering the operation of periodic enrichment workshops by planning, coordinating, and implementing a weekly schedule of activities to ensure a balanced program, a welcoming environment, and maintaining focus on the developmental needs and interests of all participants. The director will also develop, implement, and manage the site registration process, ensuring compliance with state regulations for afterschool programs. They will plan and implement weekly/biweekly workshops that encourage creativity, allow for skill development, and expose children to new experiences, submitting plans to the Program Administrator. This position supervises the daily work of assigned staff, assists in the preparation and delivery of training and annual evaluations, and manages or assists with the program’s fiscal responsibilities, including developing budgets, tracking purchases, fee collection, and approving timesheets. Accurate record-keeping of attendance, parental permissions, and program offerings is essential. The director provides direct supervision to students, ensuring guidelines for participation, inclusion, conduct, and discipline are followed to maintain a safe, enjoyable learning environment. Coordination and supervision of monthly field trips and ensuring proper supervision of children at all times are key responsibilities. Communication with supervisor, staff, participants, parents/guardians, volunteers, and school administrators is crucial, including preparing promotional materials, providing regular reports, and reporting incidents immediately. The role requires attending monthly leadership meetings, serving as a liaison, and participating in public relations activities. Training and professional development are also part of the role, as determined by state regulations and the School’s Out Program Administrator. The director may perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Experience in a leadership role with school-aged children preferred.
- Previous school employment preferred.
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
- Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
- Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from parents, individuals, and groups from the greater school community.
- Ability to work with math concepts such as probability and statistical inference.
- Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
- Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
- Ability to interpret a variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, and the community.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form.
Responsibilities
- Planning, coordinating, and implementing a weekly schedule of activities for enrichment workshops.
- Developing, implementing, and managing the site registration process and ensuring compliance with state regulations.
- Planning and implementing weekly/biweekly workshops to encourage creativity, skill development, and new experiences for children.
- Supervising the daily work of assigned staff, assisting with training and evaluations.
- Managing or assisting with the program’s fiscal responsibilities, including budgets, purchases, fee collection, and payroll.
- Keeping accurate records of attendance, parental permissions, and program activities.
- Providing direct supervision to students and ensuring guidelines for participation, inclusion, conduct, and discipline are followed.
- Coordinating and supervising monthly field trips.
- Establishing and practicing emergency evacuation procedures monthly.
- Maintaining regular communications and professional relationships with supervisor, staff, participants, parents/guardians, volunteers, and administrators.
- Preparing and publishing promotional materials like flyers and newsletters.
- Providing regular reports and feedback to the Site Director and Program Administrator.
- Reporting incidents involving students and/or staff immediately.
- Interacting with students, staff, parents, and the school community constructively.
- Attending monthly leadership meetings and other necessary meetings.
- Serving as a liaison and maintaining relationships with students, school administrators, parents/guardians, volunteers, and community members.
- Participating in public relations activities to promote the program.
- Participating in training and professional development.
- Supervising program-specific staff.
- Overseeing the daily operation of the enrichment program, including planning, delivery, and assessment of activities.
- Assisting with interviewing and hiring.
- Responsible for student supervision and problem resolution.
Benefits
- Competitively priced health insurance
- Dental coverage
- Sick time
- Professional time
- Other leaves
- Robust retirement plan (VT State Teachers Retirement for educators, 403b plan with up to 6% provided by the district for other staff)
- Professional development opportunities
- Tuition reimbursement
- Wellness initiatives
- Employee Assistance Programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
