Winter Program Director - Bolton Ski & Ride

City of Burlington, Vermont; Burlington (VT); Presencial; USD 30.000 - 36.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

The City of Burlington is seeking a Program Director to lead the Bolton Afterschool Ski and Ride program alongside the Program Coordinator, counseling staff, and volunteers. The role oversees on-site supervision, buses, and transitions across locations during the January–March 2027 session.

This position is ideal for classroom teachers or youth-enrichment staff interested in winter sports and structured work during school breaks. Union affiliation is Non-Union; pay is hourly with evening shifts.

Formación

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid Driver's License; City vehicle use may be required.
• Experience supervising staff required.
• First Aid/CPR certification, or ability to become certified before work begins.
• Must be at least 18 years of age by start of the session.
• Ability to supervise groups of children and ensure safety.
• Willingness to complete required trainings prior to start.
• Knowledge of safety principles in group activities.
• Interest in winter sports and recreation is a plus.
• Must pass Vermont background check and fingerprinting.

Responsabilidades

• Supervise participants, volunteers, and counseling staff on-site, on buses, and during transitions.
• Provide a safe, welcoming space for participants and families.
• Plan and implement age-appropriate activities and programming.
• Provide excellent communication and session updates to parents/guardians.
• Attend staff trainings and meetings as required.
• Provide first aid as required and report incidents to supervisor.
• Promote a positive program culture and inclusivity.
• Support staffing coverage during shortages or ratio needs.
• Complete required trainings before the start of each session.

Conocimientos

Staff supervision

First Aid/CPR

Driver's license

Experience supervising staff

Work with children

Diversity & inclusion

Team player

Educación

High School Diploma or equivalent

Descripción del empleo

The Program Director provides leadership in administration and facilitation for the Bolton Afterschool Ski and Ride program alongside the Program Coordinator, counseling staff, and parent volunteers. The director will act as the supervisory staff on-site, on buses, and in transitions at all times during the Bolton Ski and Ride program. Program director will be the lead direct -staff to participants and families enrolled in the program and will administer, evaluate, and enhance operations across locations throughout the program period. Shifts are six to eight hours per week select Thursday evenings, January- March 2027.

Additional opportunities to support BPRW Winter Activities will be available for the right candidate, including staffing seasonal events or outing-based youth programs.

This role is a great fit for current or former classroom teachers, paraeducators, and youth-enrichment staff who have an interest in winter sports and recreation, and are looking for meaningful, well-structured work during school breaks and after school.

Union Affiliation

Non-Union

Pay Grade

$21.91 - $26.13 Hourly

Remote Tier 1

Zero (0) days remote/month

• Follow all departmental and, if applicable, state licensing, rules & regulations
• Provide a safe, welcoming, and inclusive space for participants.
• Provide excellent customer service to parents, guardians, and caregivers through on-going communication and session updates
• Plan and implement exciting, age-appropriate activities and programming relevant to the focus area, such as getting to and from lessons, securing rentals, and safely activating winter equipment, program participants, and areas
• Supervise participants, volunteers, and counseling staff at all times throughout the program period and transitions, including on the bus, in the lodge, while skiing and snowboarding, and while departing from and returning to school
• Promote and ensure accountability of participants for program safety and functionality through adherence to program and stakeholder expectations and imperatives
• Check activity areas for safety hazards and report deficiencies to supervisor
• Support a positive, inclusive program culture, including recognizing participants who are meeting behavior expectations, not just responding to those who aren't
• Attend staff meetings and staff trainings as required
• Report all accidents and incidents to supervisor, administer proper First Aid as required
• Provide direct coverage in the event of staff shortages or ratio needs
• Participate in a feedback-driven evaluation process and conduct staff evaluations following the program period

• Ability to actively support City diversity, equity, and cultural competency efforts within stated job responsibilities and work effectively across diverse cultures and constituencies.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion as evidenced by ongoing trainings and professional development.
• Previous experience working with children in a group or individualized setting required.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid Driver's License. Operation of a City vehicle or personal vehicle to conduct City business without providing proof of a valid driver's license to Human Resources will not be permitted.
• Experience supervising staff required.
• Ability to supervise and organize groups of children for activity programs.
• Ability to deal effectively with discipline problems, co-workers, and supervisors.
• Knowledge of safety principles and practices as they apply to group activities.
• Knowledge of a variety of recreation/leisure activities and group games.
• Knowledge of skiing, snowboarding, or other winter skills-based activities preferred but not required.
• A cooperative attitude and a team player.
• First Aid/CPR certification, or the ability to become certified before work begins.
• Enthusiasm, patience, a desire to work with children, and creativity.
• Ability to pass a State of Vermont Background Check for Childcare Providers and be fingerprinted as part of the process.
• Complete required trainings before the start of each session, as part of child care licensing.
• Must be at least 18 years of age by the start of the session.