K-8 After-School Program Leader

Project HOME; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 57,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Company-paid life and disability

Paid parental leave

401(k) with employer matching

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Project HOME is seeking a K-8 Program Manager to lead after-school and summer programming. You will supervise staff, develop engaging instruction, and partner with families and community organizations to strengthen literacy, technology, and academics.

This role emphasizes data-driven decision making, program quality, and staff growth. Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Education or related field or PA School Age Credential, plus several years of supervisory and program operations

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Early Childhood Education, Human Services, or related field with 12 credits; or Pennsylvania School Age Credential.
• Minimum of three (3) years of instructional/curriculum development experience.
• Minimum of two (2) years of childcare experience.
• Minimum of two (2) years of supervisory experience.
• Experience overseeing educational programs, staff performance, and program operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of K-8 after-school and summer programming.
• Supervise development and delivery of engaging instruction and enrichment activities.
• Support literacy initiatives and technology-focused learning experiences.
• Ensure lesson plans and curricula align with goals and student needs.
• Monitor student progress and use data to inform decisions.
• Recruit, onboard, train, supervise, and evaluate program staff.
• Conduct classroom observations and provide coaching and feedback.
• Support staff development and goal setting.
• Foster a collaborative, student-centered culture and lead staff meetings.

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Program development

Community engagement

Data-driven decisions

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or related field

Pennsylvania School Age Credential

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Project HOME is seeking a K-8 Program Manager to lead after-school and summer programming. You will supervise staff, develop engaging instruction, and partner with families and community organizations to strengthen literacy, technology, and academics.

This role emphasizes data-driven decision making, program quality, and staff growth. Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Education or related field or PA School Age Credential, plus several years of supervisory and program operations