Program Manager - Elementary School Expanded Learning

Program Manager— Expanded Learning Program - Elementary School
Location: Elk Grove Unified School District (On-Site)
Schedule: Full-Time | Monday–Friday, aligned to the school day
Pay: Starting at $25/hour

Benefits:

• Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision (Kaiser)
• Up to 7 days paid time off annually and Paid Sick Leave
• CalSavers retirement program

About the Role

This role puts you in charge of an elementary school's expanded learning program, serving up to 250 students across TK/K and after-school programming. You'll lead a team, manage daily operations, and shape how the program runs at your site.

It's a hands-on leadership role suited to someone who's good with people, comfortable solving problems on the fly, and wants a job with real day-to-day impact.

What You'll Do

• Run daily operations of the expanded learning program
• Supervise and support a team of up to 15 staff members
• Maintain a structured, safe, and engaging environment for students
• Manage attendance, enrollment, and program systems (Synergy)
• Oversee enrichment activities and daily program flow
• Coordinate staffing schedules, ratios, and site logistics
• Communicate with school staff, families, and district partners
• Step in directly with students when needed

Who We're Looking For

• 2 years of experience working with youth in a school, childcare, or structured program setting
• At least 1 year of leadership or supervisory experience
• Experience with TK–6 students
• Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills
• Confidence managing a team and daily operations
• A calm, solution-focused approach under pressure
• Verifiable experience in education, youth development, or school programs

Requirements

• 18 years or older
• 48 college units, Paraeducator Certificate, or willingness to complete certification
• LiveScan clearance required
• TB clearance required
• Full-time availability, Monday–Friday, on-site

Growth & Career Pathways

Pay increases are tied to experience and performance, with ongoing training and leadership development built in. This role sits within a defined leadership pathway — strong performers can move into:

• Multi-site or regional leadership roles
• District-level expanded learning leadership

About Assist Programs

Assist Programs partners with school districts to run structured, high-quality expanded learning programs that support student growth, safety, and enrichment. We're known as "An Educator's Best First Job," and we're committed to helping people — new to the field or experienced — build real careers in education.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Assist Programs is committed to building a diverse, professional team across all program sites.

Pay: From $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• How many years of Tk-6th experience do you have ?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Early childhood education: 2 years (Preferred)
• Supervising: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Elk Grove, CA 95758 (Required)

Work Location: In person