Before & After School Program Lead

Cherry Creek Schools; Aurora (CO); Hybrid; USD 37,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Cherry Creek Schools is seeking a dedicated Before and After School Leader to assist the program director in planning and implementing a high-quality child care program. This role emphasizes strong community relations with families, school staff and district partners, and a commitment to safety and learning.

You will supervise students daily, help develop lesson plans, coordinate activities and field trips, and contribute to ongoing program improvement while promoting a positive, inclusive

Qualifications

• Criminal background check and fingerprinting required.
• Must be age 18 or over.
• At least one of: 3 months (455 hours) of experience with 4+ children OR Early childhood credential level I or higher.
• Each year, June 1 through May 31, at least 15 clock hours of training.
• Knowledge of most aspects of childcare.
• Ability to develop and utilize appropriate discipline procedures.
• Some leadership and management skill.
• Ability to make appropriate decisions and solve problems effectively.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Current CPR/First Aid Certification or ability to obtain within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Follows and enforces all Colorado Department of Early Childhood licensing requirements.
• Works directly and actively supervises and engages with students during times they are present in the program.
• Exhibits excellent communication with parents, students, school staff, district staff and co-workers.
• Maintains safe conditions for all students and staff.
• Promotes and markets the program for before and after care and full days.
• Attend and participate in professional development trainings as required by licensing and district.
• Assists to implement quality lesson plans for every day the program is in operation.
• Assists with maintenance, proper storage, and repair of equipment and supplies.
• Contributes ideas for enrichment activities, projects and program quality.
• Creates and implements activities and field trips for full day programming.
• Attend monthly program staff meetings as required by director.
• Perform other duties as assigned or requested.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

CPR/First Aid

Discipline procedures

Childcare knowledge

Job description

Cherry Creek Schools is seeking a dedicated Before and After School Leader to assist the program director in planning and implementing a high-quality child care program. This role emphasizes strong community relations with families, school staff and district partners, and a commitment to safety and learning.

You will supervise students daily, help develop lesson plans, coordinate activities and field trips, and contribute to ongoing program improvement while promoting a positive, inclusive