Winter Program Director - Bolton Ski & Ride

City of Burlington, Vermont•Burlington, VT

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Winter Program Director provides leadership in administering and facilitating the Bolton Afterschool Ski and Ride program alongside the Program Coordinator, counseling staff, and parent volunteers. The director serves as supervisory staff on-site, on buses, and during transitions, and leads direct communication with participants and families. The role administers, evaluates, and enhances program operations across locations throughout the program period. Shifts are six to eight hours per week on select Thursday evenings from January through March 2027. Additional opportunities may be available to support BPRW Winter Activities, including seasonal events or outing-based youth programs. The role may suit current or former classroom teachers, paraeducators, and youth-enrichment staff interested in winter sports and recreation and meaningful work during school breaks and after school. The position is non-union, pays $21.91–$26.13 per hour, and is designated Remote Tier 1: zero days remote per month.

Requirements

Previous experience working with children in a group or individualized setting.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid driver's license; operation of a City or personal vehicle for City business requires proof of a valid license to Human Resources.
Experience supervising staff.
Ability to supervise and organize groups of children in activity programs.
Ability to handle discipline problems and work effectively with coworkers and supervisors.
Knowledge of safety principles and practices for group activities.
Knowledge of a variety of recreation and leisure activities and group games.
Cooperative attitude and ability to work as part of a team.
First Aid/CPR certification, or ability to become certified before work begins.
Enthusiasm, patience, desire to work with children, and creativity.
Ability to pass a State of Vermont Background Check for Childcare Providers and be fingerprinted as part of the process.
Completion of required trainings before the start of each session, as required by child care licensing.
Must be at least 18 years old by the start of the session.
Ability to actively support City diversity, equity, and cultural competency efforts within job responsibilities and work effectively across diverse cultures and constituencies.
Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, evidenced by ongoing trainings and professional development.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of skiing, snowboarding, or other winter skills-based activities; preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Follow departmental rules and regulations and, if applicable, state licensing rules and regulations.
Provide a safe, welcoming, and inclusive space for participants.
Communicate with parents, guardians, and caregivers and provide ongoing program and session updates.
Plan and implement exciting, age-appropriate activities and programming relevant to the program focus, including helping participants get to and from lessons, secure rentals, and safely use winter equipment and activity areas.
Supervise participants, volunteers, and counseling staff throughout the program and during transitions, including on the bus, in the lodge, while skiing or snowboarding, and when departing from and returning to school.
Promote participant accountability for program safety and functionality in accordance with program and stakeholder expectations.
Check activity areas for safety hazards and report deficiencies to the supervisor.
Support a positive, inclusive program culture and recognize participants who meet behavior expectations.
Attend required staff meetings and trainings.
Report accidents and incidents to the supervisor and administer appropriate first aid as required.
Provide direct coverage when staffing shortages or ratio needs arise.
Participate in a feedback-driven evaluation process and conduct staff evaluations following the program period.