Job Description
Program Manager - Chicago, IL
(After-School Programs and Summer Camps)
About KidzToPros:
KidzToPros is a leading provider of After-School enrichment programs, Structured Recess, AM/PM Enrichment Clubs and Summer Camps (Nationwide). Our mission is to provide the essential building blocks that children need to succeed in school and beyond. We achieve this by offering high-quality STEM, Sports and Arts programs, with top-tier instructors, at school locations around the country. Partnerships with public, private and charter schools ensure our programs meet the academic, cultural and athletic needs of students.
Our on-campus programs are offered at schools, making it convenient for parents, while allowing kids to stay in the safety of their school and participate in activities with their friends. Over the past five years, KidzToPros has partnered with over 400 schools nationwide. Over 35,000 students have participated in our after-school programs and seasonal camps!
Job Description
KidzToPros is seeking an experienced Program Manager to run their After-School Programs and Summer Camps in the MSA area. The ideal candidate must have at least 3+ years of experience managing after-school programs and Camps in the K-12 space. The top 3 qualities we are seeking in the ideal candidate are:
1. The candidate must have excellent organizational and time management skills.
2. The candidate must have an entrepreneurial spirit and is goal oriented.
3. The candidate must have a great working attitude of working with parents and children
KidzToPros is a leading provider of STEM, Arts and Sports for students ages 4 to 18. Our focus is on providing and preparing the next generation of leaders and innovators.
In this role, you will:
- Ensure the smooth day-to-day preparations and operations of all after-school programs and camps in your region.
- Communicate with Instructors (for after-school programs) and Site Directors (for Summer Camps) on a daily basis.
- Properly utilize the KidzToPros’ operations platform to manage and monitor camp instructors, schedules and camper check-ins
- Ensure instructors are trained, scheduled and prepared to conduct all programs that they are assigned to.
- Monitor Instructors arrival time, attendance tracking, and performance on a daily basis.
- Check feedback from instructors and parents for all programs on a daily basis and immediately follow up with any parents and instructors regarding issues.
- Conduct regular site visits at all locations in your region to meet with school staff.
- Evaluate Site Directors and Instructors to provide constructive feedback as needed to improve program quality and attendance.
- Communicate with regional recruiters to ensure instructor hiring pipeline matches the needs of the region's programs.
- Be the point person for all KidzToPros related issues at each location.
- Work with the marketing team to ensure program registration requirements are met.
- Implement all additional school related policies and procedures at each site as needed.
- Manage and record inventory across your region for all active programs.
QUALIFICATIONS
- A passion for enriching the lives of young kids.
- At least 3 years' experience as a supervisor working in kid's programs and managing a team of instructors and/or coaches.
- Knowledge of how to structure and conduct programs for kids.
- Problem solver who can see a problem, take initiative, follow through to resolution.
- Excellent communication skills and strong interpersonal skills, particularly in interactions with parents, kids and staff
Benefits
- Compensation: $60,000.00 to $70,000.00/yr.
- Healthcare Coverage (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Generous Paid Time Off Policy
KidzToPros is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state or local law.