Douglas County School District
Interim Assistant Program Manager - BASE
Douglas County School District, Highlands Ranch, Colorado, United States
Interim Assistant Program Manager – BASE
Douglas County School District
Job Description Responsible for supervising and guiding children in the program in the absence of the Assistant Program Manager; supervises and directs staff. Assists Program Manager in leading and managing daily operations of the program; assists in developing, implementing, and evaluating programming and services; assists in ensuring compliance with applicable rules and regulations. Develops and promotes good community relations among various community members and school clientele.
Essential Physical Requirements
Occasional lifting, five (5) to fifty (50) pounds
Frequent bending, stooping, walking, standing, kneeling, crawling, squatting, reaching, and sitting
Qualifications
A Bachelor's, Master’s or Doctoral degree from a regionally accredited college or university with a major in one of the following areas: Child Development, Psychology, Early Childhood Education, Early Childhood Special Education, Elementary Education, Elementary Special Education, Family and Human Development, Family Studies, Special Education, Outdoor Education, Recreation, or Human Services.
An Associate’s degree or sixty (60) semester credit hours from a regionally accredited college or university plus 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.
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: Completion of six (6) semester hours from a regionally accredited college or university; or Completion of forty (40) clock hours of training in coursework applicable to school‑age children within the first nine (9) months in the Assistant Program Manager position. The 40 clock hours of training cannot include any of the required trainings as listed in rule section 2.508.
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.
Additional Required Training
Department‑approved standard precautions training that meets current OSHA requirements prior to working with children; training must be renewed annually and may count toward ongoing training requirements.
Building and physical premises safety training prior to working with children.
Department‑approved training about child‑abuse prevention within thirty (3) calendar days of employment; training must be renewed annually and may count toward ongoing training requirements.
At least three (3) clock hours per year in social and emotional development.
Minimum fifteen (15) clock hours of ongoing 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).
Position Specific Information
Split‑shift position during school contact days in the before and after school programs, Monday through Friday. Mandatory meetings throughout the school year during the day. Opportunity for straight shifts during school breaks.
Position needed through the end of the 25‑26 school year.
Responsibilities
Promote positive behavior and healthy peer relationships by utilizing strategies for social and emotional development.
Assist Director in demonstrating compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.
Collaborate with families and other involved providers to understand children’s strengths and needs, including those who are highly impacted, and develop strategies that allow children to participate in a safe and meaningful way.
Plan and implement program activities that provide children with opportunities to learn and develop life skills, explore interests, experience a sense of self‑worth and belonging, and contribute to the community.
Utilize positive techniques to support and guide behavior and promote respectful and cooperative interactions among children.
Coach, mentor, and direct others to meet the goals of the program and department.
Ensure safety of children by providing sufficient and appropriate supervision and guidance of children at all times.
Certifications First Aid & CPR Certification – American Heart Association
Position Details Position Type: Regular
Primary Location: Fox Creek Elementary
One Year Only: No
Scheduled Hours Per Week: 30
Fte: 0.75
Approx Scheduled Days Per Year: 260 Work Days (time off based on position; any exceptions noted in the Additional Position Details section above).
Compensation Minimum Hire Rate: $20.25 USD Hourly
Maximum Hire Rate: $26.27 USD Hourly
Full Salary Range: $20.25 USD – $32.28 USD Hourly
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 March 9, 2026.
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Job Description Responsible for supervising and guiding children in the program in the absence of the Assistant Program Manager; supervises and directs staff. Assists Program Manager in leading and managing daily operations of the program; assists in developing, implementing, and evaluating programming and services; assists in ensuring compliance with applicable rules and regulations. Develops and promotes good community relations among various community members and school clientele.
Essential Physical Requirements
Occasional lifting, five (5) to fifty (50) pounds
Frequent bending, stooping, walking, standing, kneeling, crawling, squatting, reaching, and sitting
Qualifications
A Bachelor's, Master’s or Doctoral degree from a regionally accredited college or university with a major in one of the following areas: Child Development, Psychology, Early Childhood Education, Early Childhood Special Education, Elementary Education, Elementary Special Education, Family and Human Development, Family Studies, Special Education, Outdoor Education, Recreation, or Human Services.
An Associate’s degree or sixty (60) semester credit hours from a regionally accredited college or university plus 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.
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: Completion of six (6) semester hours from a regionally accredited college or university; or Completion of forty (40) clock hours of training in coursework applicable to school‑age children within the first nine (9) months in the Assistant Program Manager position. The 40 clock hours of training cannot include any of the required trainings as listed in rule section 2.508.
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.
Additional Required Training
Department‑approved standard precautions training that meets current OSHA requirements prior to working with children; training must be renewed annually and may count toward ongoing training requirements.
Building and physical premises safety training prior to working with children.
Department‑approved training about child‑abuse prevention within thirty (3) calendar days of employment; training must be renewed annually and may count toward ongoing training requirements.
At least three (3) clock hours per year in social and emotional development.
Minimum fifteen (15) clock hours of ongoing 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).
Position Specific Information
Split‑shift position during school contact days in the before and after school programs, Monday through Friday. Mandatory meetings throughout the school year during the day. Opportunity for straight shifts during school breaks.
Position needed through the end of the 25‑26 school year.
Responsibilities
Promote positive behavior and healthy peer relationships by utilizing strategies for social and emotional development.
Assist Director in demonstrating compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.
Collaborate with families and other involved providers to understand children’s strengths and needs, including those who are highly impacted, and develop strategies that allow children to participate in a safe and meaningful way.
Plan and implement program activities that provide children with opportunities to learn and develop life skills, explore interests, experience a sense of self‑worth and belonging, and contribute to the community.
Utilize positive techniques to support and guide behavior and promote respectful and cooperative interactions among children.
Coach, mentor, and direct others to meet the goals of the program and department.
Ensure safety of children by providing sufficient and appropriate supervision and guidance of children at all times.
Certifications First Aid & CPR Certification – American Heart Association
Position Details Position Type: Regular
Primary Location: Fox Creek Elementary
One Year Only: No
Scheduled Hours Per Week: 30
Fte: 0.75
Approx Scheduled Days Per Year: 260 Work Days (time off based on position; any exceptions noted in the Additional Position Details section above).
Compensation Minimum Hire Rate: $20.25 USD Hourly
Maximum Hire Rate: $26.27 USD Hourly
Full Salary Range: $20.25 USD – $32.28 USD Hourly
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 March 9, 2026.
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