Before & After School Program Lead

Cherry Creek Careers; Colorado; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Cherry Creek Careers is seeking a dedicated Before & After School Assistant Director to help plan and supervise after-school programming for school-aged children in Colorado. You will assist in supervising staff and developing engaging, safe activities that meet licensing standards.

The role requires strong communication with parents and school staff, plus dependable leadership to ensure smooth daily operations.

Qualifications

• Criminal background check and fingerprinting required for hire.
• The Assistant Director must be age 21 or over.
• Multiple qualifying education pathways listed.
• Current CPR/First Aid Certification or ability to obtain within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Follows Colorado Department of Early Childhood licensing requirements.
• Creates and implements quality lesson plans for each program day.
• Plans and facilitates developmentally appropriate activities for groups.
• Supervises students and engages with them during program times.
• Oversees day-to-day program operations, materials, discipline, and attendance.
• Opens/closes the program before and after school.
• Assists director in supervising program staff.
• Attends monthly director and principal meetings as requested.
• Plans field trips and full-day activities.
• Markets the program for before/after care and full days.
• Conducts monthly staff meetings with program staff.
• Maintains communication with parents, students, staff, and district.
• Participates in required professional development trainings.
• Maintains up-to-date staff files for licensing.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Criminal background check

Age 21+

Communication skills

Leadership and supervision

Problem solving

CPR/First Aid certification

Education

Four-year college degree in recreation/education or related field

Associate degree + 3 months care supervision experience

21 months experience with four or more children

Early childhood professional credential level II

Tools

CPR/First Aid Certification

Job description

Cherry Creek Careers is seeking a dedicated Before & After School Assistant Director to help plan and supervise after-school programming for school-aged children in Colorado. You will assist in supervising staff and developing engaging, safe activities that meet licensing standards.

The role requires strong communication with parents and school staff, plus dependable leadership to ensure smooth daily operations.