Program Director for After-School Enrichment

5 days ago

West Covina, California, United States Options For Learning Full time

At Options For Learning, we are dedicated to helping families break the cycle of poverty and improve their lives by providing tools for school, social, and life success.

About this Position

The after-school program leader plays a crucial role in our organization's mission by assisting staff in providing a coordinated educational program based on the school-age curriculum. This role is responsible for following organization policies, providing supervision for enrolled children, and maintaining a quality program.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide a safe and well-supervised environment for children aged 5-12.
  • Supervise and interact with children in a positive manner, promoting their physical, emotional, and cognitive development.
  • Assist in planning and implementing a wide variety of experiences for children, including educational activities, arts, and crafts.
  • Develop and implement lesson plans that cater to the diverse needs of children.
  • Maintain a clean and organized classroom environment, ensuring the health and safety of children.
  • Collaborate with school administration, teachers, and community partners to coordinate activities and promote a cohesive learning experience.
Requirements
  • A minimum of 48 semester units or 72 quarter units with a passing grade of "C" or better OR pass the district instructional aid exam.
  • An associate or bachelor's degree in education, child development, social work, or a related field (preferred).
  • Six months of experience working with children aged 5-12.
  • One year of experience in an after-school program (preferred).
  • Ability to communicate effectively in written and oral English.
  • Certification in pediatric CPR and pediatric first aid acceptable to Community Care Licensing, renewed every 2 years.
  • Health screening and TB clearance, renewed every 5 years.
  • Proof of immunization for TDap, MMR, whooping cough, and yearly influenza (waiver may be accepted for influenza).
  • Clear live scan background screening.
  • Mandated reporter certification training, renewed every 2 years.
  • California driver's license, daily use of an automobile, and current automobile liability insurance (preferred).
  • Command of Spanish, Cantonese, Mandarin, or Vietnamese (preferred).
What We Offer
  • Medical/dental/vision benefits for part- and full-time employees (organization pays up to 90% of employee premiums, prorated for part-time).
  • Organization-paid and matching retirement plan.
  • Professional growth opportunities, including free child development courses and college reimbursement.
  • Generous and flexible paid time off.
  • Dedicated, mission-driven colleagues.

This is a non-exempt, ten-to-eleven-month position with a routine schedule from Monday through Friday, after school hours. The estimated salary range for this position is $23.08-$25.68 per hour.

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