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NOW HIRING for 2023-2024

After School Program Manager
40 hrs/week, non-exempt, full benefits

Do you recognize the importance of learning that occurs beyond the classroom? Do you possess a passion for designing engaging and enjoyable enrichments for students? Are you seeking to develop your skills further in childcare management?

• The Downtown Denver Expeditionary School (DDES) is a K-5 public charter school in the portfolio of Denver Public Schools.

DDES was founded by a group of parents, community members, and business leaders seeking a high-performing EL
Education (formerly Expeditionary Learning) school to serve a diverse range of families who live, work, or learn in downtown Denver. DDES is one of 33 credentialed schools in a national network of more than 150 schools that work together with EL Education to challenge students to think critically and take active roles in their classrooms and communities, resulting in higher achievement and greater engagement in school.Read more about our Approach to Learning at https://ddeschool.org/our-approach/

DDES Crew Club- After School Programming
The Downtown Denver Expeditionary School (DDES) began the DDES Crew Club after-care program in our third year of operation (2016). We are a single-site, independently run child care program whose mission is to offer an enriching afterschool experience for all students who attend DDES. We aim to build upon the high-quality school culture that makes

DDES unique and to cultivate deep relationships with the students and families we serve. More information on our programming here.

Position Overview
The Crew Club Program Manager is primarily responsible for assisting with the organization, preparation, oversight, and administration of the DDES Crew Club. They will work closely with both program staff and DDES leadership to ensure the effective daily functions and operations of the after-school program. The Program Manager will also be responsible for supporting clasrooms during the school-day as a Teaching Assistant, or 1:1 student support, as needed.

Hours will be approximately from 10 am-6 pm., Monday-Friday. Manager will work alongside two other Program Managers and have direct oversight of 4-6 Crew Club Program Leaders & Teaching Assistants. This is a full-time, non-exempt position and requires approximately 40 hours a week.

Desired Qualifications:

● Organization and attention to detail

● Passion for building an enriching after-school experience for kids

● Strong desire to learn and take initiative and execute tasks

● Strong leadership skills and independent decision making abilities

● Creative thinking and problem solving skills

● Strong work ethic and a growth mindset

● Professional and positive attitude

● Experience managing large groups of school-aged children.

● Experience using restorative practices in schools/organizations.

● Experience creating lesson plans and developing a year-long curriculum.

Required Qualifications:

● Must be at least 21 years old.

● Must meet or exceed the education and experience requirements for a School-Age Child Care Center Program

Director as established by the Colorado Department of Human Services:

Position Responsibilities

Program Planning & Oversight:

● Accountable for ensuring and maintaining an emotionally and physically safe environment for DDES students in the after-school program.

● Responsible for assisting in all elements of programming, including program planning, preparation, implementation, student supervision, staff coaching and parent communication.

● Models expectations for appropriate student behavior and conduct.

● Resolves all student-related issues as they arise ; communicate and problem-solve with families.

● Assists in the organization and logistics for field-trips on early-release days and non-school days.

● Assist in student registration at the beginning of the year and maintaining new registrees throughout the year.

Staff Training and Coaching

● Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with staff in order to create a strong staff culture.

● Assist in the planning and leading of staff professional development and daily staff meetings.

● Available for coaching program staff on best practices and conflict resolution.

● Ability to effectively & appropriately communicate with all stakeholders involved in a school setting ie: children, parents, peers, leadership.

Administrative & Operational Duties

● Ensures the site is compliant with CDEC regulations and timelines.

● Monitors program compliance, including but not limited to student registration, ratios, & attendance tracking.

● Maintains accurate records on site (schedules, flyers, materials, etc.)

● Reports site injuries via appropriate avenues and immediately communicates incidents with appropriate DDES staff & parents.

● Tracks and cares for all equipment and supplies used throughout the program.

● Creates and distributes a schedule of all activities and ensures appropriate record keeping and reporting for all student attendance.

● Ensure students and their families are properly informed and prepared for all special events.

Compensation & Benefits

● Compensation for Program Manager position starts at $20.50-24.50/hr., depending on experience.

● Step and lane system that rewards dedication, commitment, and mastery of knowledge/skills

● Stipended school leadership opportunities ( instructional, operational, and community-based).

● Comprehensive medical and dental plan, 100% paid by DDES

● PERA retirement plan with employer contributions.

● Short Term Disability, 100% paid for by DDES (long-term optional)

● Paid parking and/or commuter cost are 100% paid for by DDES

● 40 hours paid time off and 48 hours sick paid time off.

● Flexible Savings Account option for medical and childcare coverage

● Vision care & PERA 401k option, PERA life option

● Free on-site aftercare if your child attends DDES.

Professional Growth & Development
● Two-week PD summer institute

● Weekly individual goal-oriented coaching

● Pathways to leadership development

● Opportunities for outside PD, including with EL Education

● Restorative practices training and modeling

● Neurosequential Model in Education training

● Culturally Responsive Classroom training

Staff Support

● Coaching and modeling from outside consultant

● Built-in Profressional Development days for staff

● Budget for materials, equipment, beautification of spaces

Other perks

● Staff celebrations (paid for by DDES) & accolades

● Lounge stocked with snacks, coffee & treats year-round

● Appreciation breakfasts, lunches & dinners

● Regular staff outings and self-care initiatives

● High-quality staff swag

● Macbooks for all staff

Ready to join our Crew?
Here at DDES, we don’t just accept differences — we celebrate them, we support them, and we thrive on them for the benefit of our employees, our students, and our community. DDES seeks to recruit persons of diverse backgrounds and support the retention and advancement of black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) within the organization. DDES is inclusive of people regardless of their race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, marital status, age, physical abilities, political affiliation, religious beliefs, or any other non-merit fact so that all employees feel included, equally valued and supported.

DDES engages in a recruiting process that involves initial phone interviews, in-person interviews, and background/reference checks.

To initiate the process, please submit a DDES General Appplication, and we will be in touch soon.

You will need the following in order to complete the application:
● Updated resume
● 15 minutes to answer long form questions

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $20.50 - $24.50 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Denver, CO 80203: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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