Substitute - Program Leader - BASE

Douglas County School District; Lone Tree (CO); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

403(b) plan

457 retirement plan

Paid sick time

Job summary

Douglas County School District is seeking a Substitute Program Leader to support the Director and Assistant Director in supervising children across programs and activities at Lone Tree Elementary in Colorado. The role emphasizes positive behavior guidance and safe, engaging supervision.

Applicants must be 18+ and meet one of the stated eligibility options. Certifications include First Aid & CPR; the position offers flexible scheduling and benefits, with emphasis on community relations and

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Experience caring for four or more children (3+ months) or hold Early Childhood Credential Level I v3.0.
• Ability to work with children and maintain safety and positive guidance.

Responsibilities

• Uses positive techniques to guide behavior and promote respectful interactions.
• Ensures children's safety through supervision and guidance at all times.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Builds healthy relationships with children by engaging with them and understanding their needs.
• Plans and implements activities to support learning, exploration, and belonging in the program.

Skills

Positive behavior support

Child engagement

Safety supervision

Education

High School or Equivalent

Tools

First Aid & CPR Certification

Job description

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 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: a. 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, b. 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):## 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:Lone Tree 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:December 29, 2026