After School Site Directors

Leading Edge Extended Learning; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) eligibility after 3 months

Paid holidays and snow days

Sick time – 48 hours accrued annually

Free Calm Premium subscription

100% employee discount on Leading Edge

Perks at Work and teacher discount

Aflac supplemental insurance options

Job summary

Leading Edge Extended Learning is seeking a Part-Time Afternoon Site Director for District 11 in Colorado Springs. The role runs roughly 21 hours per week, typically 2:00 pm–6:00 pm, with some morning flexibility discussed.

Pay ranges from $22 to $25 per hour, depending on experience, with biweekly pay every other Friday. You will oversee program operations, mentor staff, ensure licensing compliance, and deliver engaging curriculum while partnering with families, schools, and administrators to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Minimum 1 year of experience in education or licensed childcare leadership
• Minimum 2 years of experience working with school-aged children
• Must meet Colorado state licensing qualifications
• Reliable transportation to and from school sites
• Comfortable using technology and web-based systems

Responsibilities

• Train, mentor, and supervise site staff
• Oversee daily program operations and student safety
• Create engaging curriculum and enrichment opportunities
• Maintain compliance with Colorado state licensing requirements
• Ensure proper staff-to-student ratios and smooth daily transitions
• Communicate regularly with families, school staff, and administrators
• Complete attendance tracking, documentation, and incident reports
• Support onboarding and coaching of new team members
• Foster a welcoming, structured, and inclusive environment for students
• Site Directors are responsible for shaping their site's culture, driving curriculum, mentoring staff, and partnering with school communities

Job description

After School Site Directors – District 11 Expansion Programs

School Year: 2026 -2027

Position Details:

Part-Time Afternoon Site Director - Willingness to float in mornings = more hours District 11 – Colorado Springs, CO Approximately 21 hours per week Monday through Friday. Program hours will be 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm (Let's discuss morning availability!) Pay Range: $22–$25 per hour, depending on experience Biweekly Pay every other Friday

What You'll Do

Site Directors are responsible for shaping their site's culture, driving curriculum, mentoring staff, ensuring compliance with licensing standards, and partnering with school communities.

Key Responsibilities

• Train, mentor, and supervise site staff
• Oversee daily program operations and student safety
• Create engaging curriculum and enrichment opportunities
• Maintain compliance with Colorado state licensing requirements
• Ensure proper staff-to-student ratios and smooth daily transitions
• Communicate regularly with families, school staff, and administrators
• Complete attendance tracking, documentation, and incident reports
• Support onboarding and coaching of new team members
• Foster a welcoming, structured, and inclusive environment for students

Curriculum Leadership

At Leading Edge, Site Directors are empowered to create engaging, student-centered curriculum that reflect the unique needs and interests of their school community.

Each month, Directors will be provided with themed curriculum options designed to support creativity, engagement, and consistency across programs. Site Directors have flexibility in choosing which labs and activities to implement throughout the month, as long as programming aligns with the designated monthly themes and Leading Edge enrichment standards.

While curriculum aligns with our six core enrichment labs, Directors are encouraged to personalize activities, build community engagement, and create meaningful experiences that fit the personality and interests of their students and school community.

Six Core Labs

• Challenge Lab – Critical thinking games and friendly competitions
• Art Enrichment Lab – Creative projects using a variety of artistic mediums
• Homework Lab – Structured academic support
• Physical Lab – Games and activities promoting movement and teamwork
• Reading Lab – Literacy enrichment and group reading activities
• STEM Lab – Hands-on science, technology, engineering, and math projects

Our Site Directors collaborate with students, families, staff, and school administrators to ensure programs remain engaging, responsive, and impactful.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Minimum 1 year of experience in education or licensed childcare leadership
• Minimum 2 years of experience working with school-aged children
• Must meet or be able to meet Colorado state licensing qualifications
• Reliable transportation to and from school sites
• Comfortable using technology and web-based systems

Benefits

• Healthiest You, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) eligibility after 3 months
• Paid holidays and snow days
• Sick time – 48 hours accrued annually
• Free Calm Premium subscription
• 100% employee discount on Leading Edge programs for staff children
• Access to Perks at Work and teacher discount programs
• Aflac supplemental insurance options
• Opportunities for growth within a rapidly expanding organization

Our Hiring Process

Selected applicants will first be invited to participate in an initial virtual screening interview conducted through the Zoom platform with the Recruiting Team. Booking invitations are initiated in our Applicant Tracking System, so be sure to watch for those.

Candidates who move forward after the screening process will then be invited to interview with the District 11 Area Director either virtually or in person.

Leading Edge is committed to creating an accessible hiring process. Candidates who may not have access to Zoom or who require alternative accommodations are encouraged to let us know so arrangements can be made.

Leading Edge Before & After School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.