Program Leader — Student Enrichment & Safe Learning

Denver Public Schools; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay $21.50

Health benefits

PERA retirement

Paid time off

Job summary

Denver Public Schools is seeking staff to support a safe, positive environment for students in extended learning and community school settings. The role focuses on supervision, program delivery, and collaboration with families and school personnel to promote student well-being and achievement.

Applicants must meet minimum high school diploma, be 18+, have at least 3 months of experience with school-age children, and be willing to obtain First Aid/CPR certification.

Qualifications

• Minimum High School Diploma/GED.
• Must be at least 18 years of age, with 3 months (455 hours) experience with school-age children.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to ELCS/Discovery Link, the District, and Colorado DHS policies, procedures, and regulations related to student supervision, tracking, safety, and staff conduct.
• Follow Discovery Link staff conduct guidelines, staffing philosophy, and all licensing requirements, including maintaining required staff-to-child ratios at all times.
• Supervise students independently and provide active supervision to ensure student safety.
• Implement daily program schedules, curriculum, and engaging activities, including recreational and movement-based programming.
• Maintain appropriate student behavior standards consistent with the district Behavior Matrix.
• Understand and follow accident reporting, incident documentation, and other required recordkeeping procedures, with supervisor support as needed.
• Prepare, maintain, and restore program spaces before and after use, ensuring cleanliness, organization, and completion of housekeeping duties; review daily schedules, staffing assignments, and supervision expectations.
• Foster positive relationships with families, school personnel, and Discovery Link staff; provide accurate program information, substitute at program sites as requested.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Denver Public Schools is seeking staff to support a safe, positive environment for students in extended learning and community school settings. The role focuses on supervision, program delivery, and collaboration with families and school personnel to promote student well-being and achievement.

Applicants must meet minimum high school diploma, be 18+, have at least 3 months of experience with school-age children, and be willing to obtain First Aid/CPR certification.