Job Summary

The After-School Program Manager is responsible for structuring and managing the academic programming and educational enrichment activities at an individual Riverside Education Centers after-school site. In order to meet all grant requirements; areas of accountability include tutoring, enrichment, case management, behavior management, parent engagement, and community/school partnerships. After-School Program Managers create a nurturing and inclusive environment, ensuring that students, staff, and volunteers are productively working together towards academic achievement as well as social and emotional development.

This is a full-time leadership position. Outside of daily after-school programming, the After-School Program Managers work independently and as a team collaborating with other Program Managers to create and craft best practices to enhance REC’s offerings, as well as coordinate with individual school staff to ensure that the needs of students are being effectively met.

Physical demands associated with tutoring and enrichment activities may include: sitting, standing, walking, alternative sitting or standing at will, lifting or carrying up to 25lbs, pushing/pulling, stooping, crouching, kneeling, crawling, and or climbing.

Job Responsibilities

Program Implementation (15 hrs/wk)

● Provide a safe and nurturing environment for students and staff

● Implement a structured academic/enrichment environment utilizing a guiding rubric to ensure high quality

● Execute and oversee a Positive Behavior Support system

● Provide individual support for students based on input from all stakeholders: students, parents, teachers, and staff

● Carry out an effective and safe student check-in/check-out process

● Guide and direct staff and volunteers during programming

● Build relationships and maintain communication with school staff including teachers, custodians, principals, secretary, etc.

● Attend school events and staff meetings as necessary

● Coordinate with the Program Activities Coordinator to supplement Social/Emotional Learning (SEL) lessons for students

● Organize & maintain REC materials

Academic Planning (10 hrs/wk)

● Communicate regularly with classroom teachers for student-specific information and academic guidance

● Curate lesson plans that align with the D51 curriculum based on student needs & teacher guidance. (ES & MS)

● Review students' grades and missing assignments, weekly. (MS & HS)

● Create & maintain a daily & weekly system for access to lesson plans for staff

● Coordinate the purchase of academic supplies

Family Engagement (4 hrs/wk)

● Communicate regularly with parents through newsletters, phone calls, and text messages

● Track communication with parents

● Solicit input from parents/guardians on the individual, holistic needs of students

● Follow up with families regarding student needs and achievements

● Plan and carry out family engagement events that meet grant requirements

● Ensure students and families are regularly informed about upcoming events, activities, etc

● Coordinate and provide referrals for additional family support/resources as needed

Enrichment Planning (4 hrs/wk)

● Collaborate with & support the Enrichment team, Program Activities Coordinator, & staff for on-site and off-site enrichment

activities that align with desired outcomes, with support from REC’s enrichment team

● Work occasional Saturdays and other non-school days for outdoor programming and field trips

● Coordinate the purchase of enrichment supplies

Staff/Admin Management (7 hrs/wk)

● Ensure adequate staff/volunteer coverage and structure for an effective tutoring environment

● Provide additional site specific staff training

● Ensure all staff clock-in/clock-out daily

● Keep staff accountable to program expectations

● Coordinate with HR on interviewing & hiring for staffing needs

● Coordinate onboarding meetings for Program Activities Coordinators & tutors

● Oversee site budget, and expense management with a twice yearly meeting with finance director and direct supervisor

● Review all staff time cards weekly and approve before submitting for payroll

● Facilitate regular individual after-school site staff meetings with an academic/enrichment agenda and notes

● Attend Managers’ meetings regularly and be available during designated work hours

● Attend Program Activities Coordinator meetings once per month

● Gather and submit weekly student data to Operations (registration, attendance, snack attendance etc.)

● Complete all on-going training hours as required by deadlines

● Evaluate site staff on a regular basis and work to develop and implement improvement plans as needed

● Other duties as assigned

Bus Driver Responsibilities (Training Provided)

● Safely operate a school bus to transport students to and from REC programming locations

● Maintain a timely schedule for pick-up and drop-off, following designated routes

● Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections to ensure safety and report any issues promptly

● Monitor student behavior on the bus to ensure a safe and respectful environment

● Follow all traffic laws, safety regulations, and organizational policies

● Maintain a clean motor vehicle record

● Communicate effectively with REC staff, program supervisors, and parents/guardians as needed

● Assist students with boarding and exiting the bus when necessary

● Keep the bus clean and organized to maintain a welcoming and safe environment

● Respond calmly and appropriately to emergencies or unexpected situations

● Complete and submit required logs, reports, or incident documentation accurately and on time