Interim Program Manager - BASE at Douglas County School District

Bloomington, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Feb, 26

Salary

28.75

Posted On

09 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Leadership, Supervisory Skills, Organizational Skills, Time Management, Communication Skills, Collaboration, Financial Management, Program Development, Child Development, Behavior Management, Safety Compliance, Training, Staff Development, Social Emotional Development, Problem Solving, Community Engagement

Industry

Primary and Secondary Education

Description

Please complete this application using your full legal name as it appears on your government issued forms of identification when you have time to go from start to finish. Application details cannot be saved along the way, and you must complete and submit the application in one sitting. If you leave your computer and return later, you may time out. REMINDER: Current DCSD employees must apply through their district log-on, this application is for external candidates only! Job Posting Title: Interim Program Manager - BASE Job Description: Temporarily leads and manages daily operations of the Before and After School Enterprise (BASE) programs at the school site in the absence of the Program Manager. Recruits, hires, develops, trains, and supervises BASE staff. Provides sound financial administration and management of site budget and finances. Develops and implements programming and services that promote the well-being and development of children. Ensures compliance with applicable rules and regulations. Establishes positive family connections and relationships with stakeholders resulting in positive program outcomes. Essential Physical Requirements: • Occasional lifting five (5) to fifty (50) pounds • Frequent bending, stooping, walking, standing, kneeling, crawling, squatting, reaching, sitting The Program Manager must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age, and must have completed at least one (1) of the following qualifications: a. A Bachelor's, Master's or Doctoral degree from a regionally accredited college or university with a major area of study in one (1) of the following areas: (1) Child Development (2) Psychology (3) Early Childhood Education (4) Early Childhood Special Education (5) Elementary Education (6) Elementary Special Education (7) Family and Human Development (8) Family Studies (9) Special Education (10) Outdoor Education (11) Recreation (12) Human Services; or, b. An Associate's degree or sixty (60) semester credit hours from a regionally accredited college or university AND three (3) months (455 hours) of experience in the care and supervision of four (4) or more children over the age of four (4) years who are not related to the individual; or, CODE OF COLORADO REGULATIONS 8 CCR 1402-1 Division of Early Learning, Licensing, and Administration 10; or, c. Twenty-one (21) months (3,185 hours) of experience in the care and supervision of four (4) or more children over the age of four (4) years who are not related to the individual, and one (1) of the following qualifications: (1) Completion of six (6) semester hours from a regionally accredited college or university; or (2) Completion of forty (40) clock hours of training in coursework applicable to school-age children within the first nine (9) months in the Program Manager position. The 40 clock hours of training cannot include any of the required trainings as listed in rule section 2.508; or, d. A current early childhood education professional credential, level II or higher, in version 3.0 as determined by the Department based on its Early Childhood Professional Credential 3.0 Worksheet, found at https://www.coloradoshinespdis.com/s/aboutthe-ecpc?language=en_US. Additional Required Training: A department approved standard precautions training(s) that meets the current OSHA requirements prior to working with children. This training must be renewed annually and may count towards ongoing training requirements. A building and physical premises safety training prior to working with children. A department approved training about child abuse prevention within thirty (3) calendar days of employment. This training must be renewed annually and may count towards ongoing training requirements. At least three (3) clock hours per year must be in focus of social emotional development. A minimum fifteen (15) clock hours of on-going training per year, not including First Aid and CPR. Annual on-going training hour minimum is higher at accredited programs. Certification and re-certification of First Aid and CPR. All required training costs are paid by the program, including seat time (at employee’s current hourly rate)Essential Physical Requirements: • Occasional lifting five (5) to fifty (50) pounds • Frequent bending, stooping, walking, standing, kneeling, crawling, squatting, reaching, sitting Position Specific Information (if Applicable): ** Due to the need of the programming this position will be needed through the end of May 2026. Responsibilities: Demonstrate compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Collaborate with families and other involved providers to understand the strengths and needs of children, including those who are highly impacted. Develops strategies that allow children to participate in a safe and meaningful way. Collaborate with staff to develop, implement, and continuously improve program activities which provide children opportunities to learn and develop skills, explore interests, experience a sense of self-worth and belonging, and contribute to the community. Develop, maintain, and continuously evaluate systems and practices that ensure program is physically and psychologically safe for children at all times. Perform other related duties as assigned or requested. Promote positive behavior and healthy peer relationships, and utilizes strategies to promote social and emotional regulation and development. Execute sound financial planning, management, and accountability that promotes sustainability, transparency, and openness. Certifications: Education: Skills: Ability to maintain a generally positive and professional attitude, Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with all stakeholders to support positive outcomes, Strong leadership and supervisory skills, Strong organizational and time management skills, Strong verbal and written English communication skills and a demonstrated ability to read and comprehend written, graphic and oral instructions, Willingness and commitment to observe and model all District policies and procedures Position Type: Regular Primary Location: Fox Creek Elementary One Year Only (Yes or No): No Scheduled Hours Per Week: 40 FTE: 1.00 Approx Scheduled Days Per Year: 260 Work Days (260 days indicates a year-round position. Time off [or Off-Track Days] are then granted based on the position. Any exceptions to the normal off-track time will be noted in the Additional Position Details section above, as scheduled work days.) Minimum Hire Rate: $28.75 USD Hourly Maximum Hire Rate: $28.75 USD Hourly Full Salary Range: $28.75 USD - $28.75 USD Hourly All salary amounts listed above are based on a full-time (1.0) FTE. If applicable, part-time salaries will be prorated according to the assigned FTE. Benefits: This position is eligible for health, vision, dental, health savings account (HSA), flexible spending accounts (FSA), District paid and voluntary additional (supplemental) life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance, short and long-term disability, critical illness and accident voluntary insurance, employee assistance program (EAP), voluntary 401(k), 403(b) and 457 retirement plan options. Time Off Plans: This position is eligible for paid vacation, sick and personal time. This position will be open until filled, but will not be open past: January 30, 2026 Proud to Be DCSD - 65 Years of Excellence A career in Colorado's Douglas County School District is a chance to be part of something incredibly important and fulfilling. Spanning over 850 square miles, Douglas County School District offers a variety of communities ranging from small rural farm towns to large and fast-growing suburban neighborhoods. At the heart of it all is a love and dedication to family and a unity of purpose around ensuring that each and every one of our community’s 61,000+ students receives the education needed to have the brightest future possible. Unity of Purpose DCSD’s Board of Education adopted the following goals for our school district – and our leaders, educators and support staff work diligently to incorporate these values in everything they do. 1. Academic Excellence 2. Outstanding Educators and Staff 3. Safe, Positive Climate and Culture 4. Collaborative Relations with Parents and Community 5. Financial Well-Being Students Are at the Center of What We Do In Douglas County, we know that working in education is more than a job - it’s a calling. Every day our dedicated team of educators guides our community’s future leaders by encouraging them to ask questions, explore new ideas, and solve problems. Our school leaders and staff put students first in everything they do and work hard to ensure that our educators have the tools they need to provide every student the best education possible. Every Student is Unique In Douglas County, we understand that no two students are the same. Each has a unique learning style and needs. We also know that students want and deserve multiple options for life after high school. We support all students, whether their goal is to go on to a four-year college, join the military, or directly enter the workforce. We have the programs and know-how to ensure our students are successful in whatever they choose to do after high school. Every Employee Matters. Every Employee Contributes From our school principals and licensed teachers to our nutrition services staff and bus drivers, all DCSD employees touch the lives of students and every employee contributes to their success.

Responsibilities

The Interim Program Manager will temporarily lead and manage daily operations of the Before and After School Enterprise (BASE) programs. Responsibilities include recruiting and supervising staff, managing the site budget, and ensuring compliance with applicable regulations.