Substitute - Program Leader - BASE

Douglas County School District; Highlands Ranch (CO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

403(b)

457 plan

Paid sick time

Job summary

Douglas County School District is seeking a Substitute - Program Leader to support leaders in supervising children across before/after school and full-day programs at Sand Creek Elementary. You will engage with children using positive behavior techniques and ensure their safety during activities.

The role requires at least 18 years of age, and either 3 months of care experience with non-related children or a valid ECPC credential level I+. First Aid & CPR, plus OSHA training, are required.

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ years old with ability to work with children.
• Either 3 months (455 hours) of verified care experience with 4+ non-related children, or an ECPC credential level I+.
• First Aid & CPR Certification (AHA) and OSHA Universal Precautions Training.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes positive techniques to support and guide behavior among children.
• Ensures safety of children through supervision at all times.
• Performs related duties as assigned.
• Builds healthy relationships with children and responds to their needs.
• Plans and implements program activities that promote learning and belonging.

Skills

Ability to work with children

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Please complete this application using your full legal name as it appears on your government issued forms of identification when you have time to go from start to finish. Application details cannot be saved along the way, and you must complete and submit the application in one sitting. If you leave your computer and return later, you may time out.

REMINDER: Current DCSD employees must apply through their district log-on, this application is for external candidates only!

Substitute - Program Leader - BASE

Job Description

Responsible for supporting the Director and Assistant Director in supervising children in various programs and unstructured activities. Develops and promotes good community relations among various community members and school clientele.

Essential Physical Requirements

• Occasional lifting, five (5) to fifty (50) pounds
• Frequent bending, stooping, walking, standing, kneeling, crawling, squatting, reaching, and sitting

Qualifications

Each program leader must be at least eighteen (18) years of age, demonstrate ability to work with children, and must have completed at least one (1) of the following qualifications:

• Must have at least three (3) months (455 hours) of verified experience in the care and supervision of four (4) or more children over the age of four (4) who are not related to the individual; or,
• A current early childhood professional credential level I one (1) or higher in version 3.0 as determined by the Department based on its Early Childhood Professional Credential 3.0 Worksheet, found at https://www.coloradoshinespdis.com/s/about-the-ecpc?language=en_US.

Position Specific Information (if Applicable)

• This position may need to provide individual student assistance or assistance for a small number of children in a school setting outside of the classroom, such as the before school, after school, and full day programs for child care. Will assist student(s) in life skill activities and personal needs.***

Responsibilities

• Utilizes positive techniques to support and guide behavior and promote respectful and cooperative interactions among children.
• Ensures safety of children by providing sufficient and appropriate supervision and guidance of children at all times.
• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.
• Builds healthy relationships with children by actively engaging with them, relating to them positively, and responding to their unique needs and interests.
• Plans and implements program activities that provide children with opportunities to learn and develop skills, explore interests, and experience a sense of self-worth and belonging, and contribute to the community.

Certifications

First Aid & CPR Certification - American Heart Association, Universal Precautions Training - OSHA

Education

High School or Equivalent (Required)

Skills

Position Type: Substitutes

Primary Location: Sand Creek Elementary

• One Year Only (Yes Or No): No
• Scheduled Hours Per Week: 0
• Fte: 0.00
• Approx Scheduled Days Per Year: 0 Work Days

260 days indicates a year-round position. Time off [or Off-Track Days] are then granted based on the position. Any exceptions to the normal off-track time will be noted in the Additional Position Details section above, as scheduled work days.

Minimum Hire Rate

$18.31 USD Hourly

Maximum Hire Rate

$18.31 USD Hourly

Full Salary Range

$18.31 USD - $18.31 USD Hourly

• All salary amounts listed above are based on a full-time (1.0) FTE. If applicable, part-time salaries will be prorated according to the assigned FTE.

Benefits

This position is eligible for voluntary 401(k), 403(b) and 457 retirement plans.

Time Off Plans

This position is eligible for paid sick time.

This position will be open until filled, but will not be open past: November 26, 2026