Full-Time Program Area Manager

Play--well-Teknologies; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care benefits

Mileage reimbursement

Computer and phone provided

401K after 3 months of hire

Paid sick and safe leave

Job summary

Play-Well TEKnologies is seeking a full-time operations manager to oversee our LEGO-based STEM enrichment programs across the Hartford region. You will work from a home base, coordinate site relations, and ensure programs run smoothly with strong client engagement.

You will mentor instructors, manage schedules, and respond to parent questions while maintaining quality and safety standards. The role requires travel to classes and strong communication with partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Experience working with children in classrooms, camps, or enrichment programs.
• Willingness to work ~40 hours/week, including some weekends/evenings.
• Proven ability to manage people and run programs.
• Proficient use of Google Docs, Word processing and spreadsheets.

Responsibilities

• Manage regional operations for Play-Well TEKnologies across the Hartford area.
• Coordinate with schools, recreation centers and partners to deliver LEGO-based STEM programs.
• Mentor and train staff to lead engaging classes and handle classroom dynamics.
• Handle client communications and promote programs in the community.

Skills

Communication skills

Team leadership

Mentoring staff

Customer relations

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Google Docs

Excel/Numbers

Word Processing

Job description

Do you like working with children? How about playing with LEGO? Are you passionate about educational enrichment and STEM education for youth? Would you like to mentor excited instructors on how to use a ridiculous amount of LEGO materials to help teach kids how the world works? If so, then this may be your dream job!Play-Well TEKnologies (http://www.play-well.org) is an educational enrichment company that introduces children in grades K-8 to STEM concepts using LEGO components.We are seeking a dynamic, motivated person to manage our awesome operations throughout the area. This is a full-time salaried manager position.This area is well established for our programs throughout the region, with many longstanding clients and strong partners throughout the community. We need someone who can perform in a fast paced environment and has the flexibility to meet challenges head on. The top priority is maintaining our good relationships with current clients which include many public and independent schools, recreation centers and more, as well as continually assessing competition in the area and providing superior programs. This includes networking with parent communities, doing grassroots on-the-ground marketing and recruiting, running consistently quality programs, and finding unserved pockets or new ways to better meet the high expectations of the sites and parents who we serve.Buckle up - this is hard work! Lugging 40 pound totes in and out of your car, training and mentoring staff to lead excited kids through challenging projects, managing classroom conflicts and responding to parent questions, caretaking all that LEGO - this will be the toughest job you'll ever love!Benefits:Health care benefits availableMileage reimbursementComputer and phone providedAllowance for home officePaid sick and safe leave401K after 3 months of hire#PWHPRequirementsWork independently from a home office and be self-motivated.Work a consistent 40-hours per week hourly (which may include some weekend and evening events). Some hours will include teaching in the area.Able to establish and maintain healthy relationships through communication with Play-Well management, facility directors, parents, guardians and students.Able to quickly and tactfully respond to questions/concerns from parents, classroom instructors and clients.Able to instill calm during high energy classroom situations.Excellent written and verbal communication skills are a must.Professional, proficient email and cell phone communication.Proficient in using Google docs, Word Processing applications (using Pages or Word), and Spreadsheets (using Excel or Numbers), cloud computing.Data entry and database management with extreme attention to detail.Ability to learn and comprehend all internal systems.Has a valid Driver License and current car insurance. Owns reliable vehicle to transport Play-Well teaching kit which includes 8 60-quart bins of materials, and willing to drive required distances to organize, promote, teach classes, evaluate staff and/or meet with clients.Travel regularly to classes throughout the area.Lifting up to 50 lbs to store and stock materials; bending, stooping and crawling with children during class instruction.Must be living in the area postedMust pass background and other requirements as neededEducation / ExperiencePassion for managing people, LEGO, and inspiring kidsEducational backgrounds vary. Bachelor's degree preferredSuccessful history working with children in a classroom, summer camp or enrichment capacityWork history varies; proficient in classroom instruction, management, training, employee relations, public relations, business and marketing preferredDemonstrated experience working successfully from a home office