Part Time Before/After School Program Manager - Mehlville School District

Right At School; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Pet Health

Physical Wellness

Financial Wellness

Protection & Support

Childcare

NAA Membership

TicketsAtWork

Cell phone discounts

Job summary

Right At School in Missouri is seeking a Program Manager to lead before/after school programs across Mehlville School District sites. You will oversee safety, program quality, and staff coaching, ensuring licensing and attendance protocols are followed.

The ideal candidate has strong communication skills, experience managing busy priorities, and a background in child development or related field. This role offers morning and afternoon shifts, hands-on mentoring, and opportunities to impact

Qualifications

• Experience balancing competing priorities while delivering quality service.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience with children and knowledge of special needs.
• Coursework or training in child development.
• Strong communication with adults and children.
• Ability to model professional standards.
• Familiar with Google technology software or willing to learn.

Responsibilities

• Model safety and joy; maintain site docs and licensing standards.
• Support safety protocols and mitigate risks.
• Engage families and staff; respond promptly to inquiries.
• Maintain attendance records and check-in/out procedures.
• Implement daily activities and curriculum to ensure a safe, engaging environment.

Skills

Prioritization

Stakeholder service

Communication

Professional conduct

Google Workspace

Education

High school diploma or GED

Center Director Certification

Tools

Google Workspace

Job description

Job Description

Right At School - a place to be a kid!

Program Manager

Right At School provides local school districts before and after school extended day programs with a focus on disguised learning activities and daily enrichment dedicated to the success of all students! Right At School's mission emphasizes a commitment to inspire a love of learning, support schools, and give families peace of mind. We do this by building a team of mission-driven individuals, who are passionate about fostering a love of learning and creating safe, engaging experiences for children. Our vision is to bring exceptional, affordable programs to as many students, families, and schools as possible while providing a safe environment for children to explore and grow.

Location

Candidates should be open to working at any of our schools located within the Mehlville School District.

Pay Rate

$21-26 per hour (dependent on education and experience)

Schedule

Mon-Fri: 6:00AM-8:45AM and 3:05PM-6PM. Must be available for both shifts

You’ll drive the mission by

• Safety & Joy: Exhibits role model qualities ensuring safety and joy standards are met by supporting a clear understanding of the roles and responsibilities to a team of staff members. Supports operational efficiency by keeping site documents and licensing standards up to date. Outlines attendance protocols, behavior policies, safety procedures, and ensures program tasks are completed effectively. Continual coaching, fostering respectful relationships among staff to address any challenges or issues promptly to maintain team cohesion, and productivity.
• Safety Assurance: Consistently support and report on safety protocols to ensure the well-being of all participants. Identify and mitigate any potential risks within the program environment.
• Effective Communication: Engage meaningfully with families, client partners, peers, and children to support effective communication and relationship building. Respond promptly to emails, text messages, and inquiries during program hours to ensure transparency and trust. Communicate and collaborate regularly with the Area Manager to support outlined program goals and assist in implementing changes or processes as guided.
• Documentation and Compliance: Maintain accurate records for student check-ins and check-outs. Ensure "name to face" attendance procedures are completed per company policy.
• Daily Routine: Implement daily activities, fitness fun, and curriculum while providing a safe and engaging environment.

Ideal Candidates will have the following

• Experience with working amongst competing priorities and delivering quality service to all stakeholders
• High school diploma or GED completed
• Experience working with children and knowledge of unique and special needs
• Coursework or training in child development and/or related field
• Communication skills; oral, written, and visual with adults and children
• Ability to model professional standards when dealing with students, parents, staff, and community
• Familiarity with Google technology software or willingness to learn

MO Requirements

• Center Director Certification from Missouri's Dept. of Secondary Education (DESE) office. Candidates without this certification cannot be considered for this position per state requirements.
• Willing to undergo background check process, including Family Care Safety Registry registration/screening and clear eligibility letter from the state
• First Aid and CPR-in-person
• Cleared tuberculosis test
• 18+ years of age
• Proof of High School diploma/GED required

Benefits Offered with Right At School

• Health & Wellness: Medical/Virtual Care, Dental and Vision Insurance Plans
• Pet Health: Pet discount programs and pet insurance
• Physical Wellness: Supplemental Insurance (e.g. Short & Long Term Disability)
• Financial Wellness: 401(k) with Company match & free financial coaching
• Protection & Support: Legal service, identity theft, and Transit/parking savings plans, Employee Assistance Program
• Childcare: Free or discounted enrollment in our before/after school programs is offered to Right At School team members within participating facilities
• Additional Perks: Free NAA Professional Membership, TicketsAtWork Perks Program, and Cell phone discounts

*All benefits and perks available, have their own eligibility criteria that must be met.

Right At School is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.