Posted 25 months ago

Expanded Learning Program Manager (San Diego)

San DiegoOn-site

AI Summary

The Expanded Learning Program Manager designs and oversees expanded learning programs (before/after school, summer) for 1–2 KIPP SoCal campuses, leading part-time staff and supervising students.

About this role

Who We Are

KIPP SoCal Public Schools is a nonprofit organization that operates 20 tuition-free, open-enrollment charter public schools, within 17 Local Education Agencies (LEA), educating more than 10,000 students and supporting 8,300 alumni to and through college and beyond. Our award winning schools are part of the national KIPP (Knowledge Is Power Program) network, dedicated to meeting the needs of all learners and providing the social, emotional and academic support for success in high school, college, and life.

Mission

Together with families and communities, we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose—college, career and beyond—so they can lead fulfilling lives and create a more just world.

What We Do

At KIPP SoCal we build trusting relationships that are strengthened by high expectations and collaboration alongside laughter and joy. We set ambitious goals and hold each other accountable for students achieving their greatest potential. We work together with each other and in partnership with families and communities in the active pursuit of a more equitable world. We do the right thing, even when it's not always comfortable standing up and speaking out against anti-blackness, racism, oppression, and injustice. We persevere through obstacles and treat failure as an opportunity to learn and grow.

The Opportunity

KIPP SoCal provides expanded learning programs before school, after school, in summer school or through intersession learning opportunities. These programs focus on developing the academic, social, emotional, and physical needs and interests of pupils through hands-on, engaging learning experiences. The Expanded Learning Program Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing the expanded learning program for all interested students at 1-2 KIPP SoCal campuses and manages the team members involved. The Expanded Learning Program Manager reports directly to school administration and has the continued support of the Expanded Learning Team at our regional office.

You Should Apply If

The Expanded Learning Program Manager role features ample opportunity to manage adults while also working with amazing students in our expanded learning program so if that combination excites you, apply today. The Expanded Learning Program will continue to grow across KIPP SoCal and people excited by innovating and creating will thrive here.

Program Design

Create an expanded learning program vision, mission, and goals that support the broader goals of KIPP SoCal Public Schools

Design enrichment opportunities for students that fit their interests and passions and can be led by your part-time team

Develop and manage the schedule of academic, recreation, and enrichment activities

Develop and implement the program plan in collaboration with the administration

Program Management

Provide leadership, training, and supervision to part-time program staff to design and implement quality standards-aligned programming.

Supervise and ensure the safety of students at all times.

Organize and facilitate after school program events and field trips

Manage day-to-day operations of the school enrichment program

Oversee academic, homework, and enrichment components so that activities are aligned with the needs and interests of individual participants

Outline the process for any meals at the school site

Ensure that dismissal, including early pickup policy and procedures, is safe and consistent with grant requirements

Manage budget, supply ordering, scheduling & required documentation & reportsTravel to staff meetings, school meetings, and training as scheduled and required

People Management

Communicate effectively with school administration, teachers, parents, and other stakeholders

Manage Full-Time Expanded Learning Program Assistant/s Recruit, select and continuously train/develop front line team members

Execute the evaluation of the program and performance of site team members

Continuously observe and supervise team members in the Expanded Learning Program

Recruit and enroll students to ensure daily attendance requirements are sufficient

Compliance & Reporting

Maintain accurate records (i.e., registration forms, attendance sheets, operational schedules, etc.)

Maintain documentation on staff performance issues; provide guidance to staff as needed

Adhere to workplace safety guidelines, make recommendations for workplace safety

Follow school and KIPP SoCal procedures and policies for the safe operation of the Expanded Learning Program

Complete annual program evaluations, including surveys of students, team members, and parents

Submit all required documentation on a timely basis (i.e., attendance, emergency cards, permission forms, and surveys)

Qualifications & Desired Characteristics

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Minimum of 3 years experience managing expanded learning programs required

Previous supervisory experience required

3 or more years working with school-aged youth

Ability to supervise and work in a team environment

Ability to work independently and work under strict deadlines

Ability to work with varied populations, such as administrators, teachers, parents, and students

Excellent computer skills, experience working with Google platform a plus

Commitment to KIPP SoCal’s mission and values

Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands, changes approach or method to best fit the situation, able to deal with frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events.

Planning/Organization - Priorities and plans work activities, uses time efficiently, develops realistic action plans

Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality, demonstrates accuracy and thoughtfulness

Initiative - takes initiative in appropriate situations and goes above and beyond expectations when necessary.

Relationships - develops relationships based upon trust, respect, and commitment to KIPP SoCals’s mission

Attention to KIPP SoCal Policies - Approaches others in a tactful manner, reacts well under pressure, treats others with respect and consideration, accepts responsibility for own actions, follows through on commitments