Part Time Program Manager - Haddon Township Public Schools
Right At School provides local school districts before and after school extended day programs with a focus on disguised learning activities and daily enrichment dedicated to the success of all students. Our mission emphasizes a commitment to inspire a love of learning, support schools, and give families peace of mind.
About the role
As a Program Manager, you will drive the mission by ensuring safety and joy standards are met while supporting a team of staff members. You will maintain operational efficiency, outline attendance protocols, behavior policies, and safety procedures, and ensure program tasks are completed effectively. You will also provide continual coaching and foster respectful relationships among staff to address challenges promptly.
Responsibilities
- Exhibit role model qualities to ensure safety and joy standards are met by the team.
- Support operational efficiency by keeping site documents and licensing standards up to date.
- Outline attendance protocols, behavior policies, safety procedures, and ensure program tasks are completed effectively.
- Provide continual coaching and foster respectful relationships among staff to maintain team cohesion and productivity.
- Consistently support and report on safety protocols to ensure the well-being of all participants.
- Identify and submit proof of any potential risks within the program environment.
- Engage meaningfully with families, client partners, peers, and children to support effective communication and relationship building.
- Respond promptly to emails, text messages, and inquiries during program hours to ensure transparency and trust.
- Communicate and collaborate regularly with the Area Manager to support outlined program goals and assist in implementing changes or processes.
- Maintain accurate records for student check-ins and check-outs.
- Ensure "name to face" attendance procedures are completed per company policy.
- Implement daily activities, fitness fun, and curriculum while providing a safe and engaging environment.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED completed.
- Experience working with children and knowledge of unique and special needs.
- Coursework or training in child development and/or related field.
- Strong communication skills; oral, written, and visual with adults and children.
- Ability to model professional standards when dealing with students, parents, staff, and community.
- Familiarity with Google technology software or willingness to learn.
- 18+ years of age.
- Ability to meet New Jersey state-specific requirements, including:
- First Aid and CPR (in-person).
- Cleared tuberculosis test.
- Short & Long Term Disability.
- One of the following combinations:
- 6 hours training (in child care) and 3 hours (in child program management).
- Certificate as a Recreation Technician from the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) AND 6 hours training (in child care) AND 3 hours (in child program management) AND 2 years experience.
- Child Development Associate (CDA) Certificate; Group Teacher Approval; or 15 college credits in child development, education, recreation, psychology, health care, nursing or any other field related to child growth and development AND 6 hours training (in child care) AND 3 hours (in child program management) AND 2 years experience.
- 15 college credits in areas not related to children AND 6 hours (in child care) AND 3 hours (in child program management) AND 3 years experience.
- Associate's Degree in any field AND 6 hours (in child care) AND 3 hours (in child program management) AND 2 years experience.
- Bachelor's Degree in a child-related field; or Office of Licensing Head Teacher Approval AND 3 hours training (in child program management) AND 1 year experience.
- Certificate as a Recreation Administrator, Recreation Supervisor or Recreation Professional AND 3 hours training (in child program management) AND 1 year experience.
- Bachelor's Degree in an unrelated field AND 6 hours training (in child care) AND 3 hours (in child program management) AND 1 year experience.
- School Age Program Supervisor endorsement from the New Jersey Registry for Childhood Professionals, Professional Impact New Jersey.
- Training requirement must be completed within 9 months of being approved as Program Supervisor by the OOL.
Skills
- Experience with working amongst competing priorities and delivering quality service to all stakeholders.
Pay
$20.00 - $25.00 per hour (based on education and experience).
Schedule
Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 8:40 AM and 3:10 PM - 6:00 PM.
Benefits
- Health & Wellness: Medical/Virtual Care, Dental, and Vision Insurance Plans.
- Pet Health: Pet discount programs and pet insurance.
- Physical Wellness: Supplemental Insurance (e.g., accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity).
- Financial Wellness: 401(k) with Company match & free financial coaching.
- Protection & Support: Legal services, identity theft protection, Transit/parking savings plans, Employee Assistance Program.
- Childcare: Free or discounted enrollment in our before/after school programs for Right At School team members within participating facilities.
- Additional Perks: Free NAA Professional Membership, TicketsAtWork Perks Program, and cell phone discounts.
All benefits and perks have their own eligibility criteria that must be met.