SUPERVISOR, EXTENDED LEARNING

Denver Public Schools•Denver, CO

8d•$56,505 - $67,805•Onsite

About The Position

The Supervisor, Extended Learning oversees day-to-day operations of a site-based unit, directing and supporting staff, ensuring daily activities are completed, maximizing productivity, and achieving short-term goals. The role supports a positive team environment and guides the work and performance of direct reports, including hourly and exempt employees. The supervisor establishes and maintains high-quality year-round programs for children during the school year, camps, and dismissal days. This includes supporting engaging curriculum and enrichment activities, managing attendance and registration, maintaining appropriate staff-to-student ratios, communicating with families and school personnel, and overseeing program operations and records. The role hires, trains, supervises, coaches, and evaluates site staff; coordinates with school personnel and internal department teams; and ensures compliance with applicable Colorado child-care requirements and Denver Public Schools, DELCS, and Discovery Link policies. The supervisor must work at the site during afternoon program hours, check in on the morning program at least twice per week and as needed, be available by cell phone from 6:15 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., and be able to work either shift and split shifts as needed. The position also requires at least 15 hours of professional development annually.

Requirements

Minimum bachelor's degree or relevant work experience.
Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity; believe in and support all students so they feel seen and heard and have access to high-quality education.
Maintain a permanent home address in Colorado while working for Denver Public Schools.
Be able to meet the physical demands of the position, with or without accommodations.
Ability to work either shift and split shifts as needed.
Ability to be available by cell phone between 6:15 a.m. and 6:30 p.m.

Responsibilities

Establish and maintain high-quality year-round site programs using positive youth development strategies.
Ensure curriculum and program activities are delivered in an enriching, engaging, and enjoyable manner during the school year, camps, and dismissal days.
Supervise and assist site staff with planning and implementing curriculum, centers, Theme Teams, field trips, and other program components.
Plan and implement thematic units with site staff throughout the year.
Purchase special items within guidelines and budget limitations.
Oversee and guide the discipline process.
Manage attendance records and staff-to-student ratios, and communicate staffing adjustments based on actual attendance.
Identify marketing strategies to maintain or increase enrollment.
Ensure parents receive information about upcoming Discovery Link events, including family nights, registration, and camps.
Manage program registration, partnerships, and volunteers for enrichment activities.
Manage part-time staff and review their performance annually.
Provide accurate and timely operational information as requested.
Oversee staff hours and submit time through proper payroll systems.
Maintain a punctual and reliable schedule; work either shift and split shifts as needed; be present during afternoon program hours and check in on the morning program at least twice weekly and as needed.
Remain available by cell phone between 6:15 a.m. and 6:30 p.m.
Substitute for programs when requested by Regional Managers and perform the duties specified for the staff being replaced.
Create and implement approved systems that support best programming practices.
Train, supervise, and coach staff to foster a harmonious and efficient work environment.
Hire site staff and manage corrective action when necessary.
Communicate with the Regional Manager about licensing requirements for staff records.
Observe and participate in program activities to support staff and ensure program quality.
Facilitate monthly staff meetings and professional development opportunities.
Obtain and communicate host-school policies and procedures to staff.
Promote cooperative relationships with school personnel, including the principal, secretary, and facility manager.
Attend meetings as required and provide Discovery Link information for weekly school newsletters.
Meet monthly or as needed with the principal or designated school staff to discuss program successes and challenges, including through the Principal Report.
Collaborate with the host school to align discipline procedures and curriculum with the school day.
Learn and implement Colorado Department of Human Services child-care guidelines, DELCS policies, and Discovery Link policies and procedures.
Supervise and maintain Discovery Link logs, including accident, child abuse, discipline, natural disaster, and drill records.
Manage children's medications, including storage, delegation, and administration, in compliance with applicable Colorado regulations.
Maintain required records and site information and process reports required by Denver Public Schools and licensing authorities.
Attend required department meetings and communicate regularly with the Regional Manager and financial and registration staff regarding program changes, accounts, and enrollment.
Participate in Administrative Team meetings as required and perform other assigned duties.
Attend DELCS orientations, training, and staff meetings; present workshops at DELCS and Discovery Link trainings when requested.
Complete at least 15 hours of professional development annually and encourage, evaluate, communicate, and coach staff members' professional growth.