Supervisor Children's Program

We are seeking a Children's Program Supervisor to join our Family Hope Center team in Longview. As a Children's Program Supervisor, you will Shine Hope as you develop and implement program structure and design for FHC children’s programs. Supervise program staff to ensure compliance with state licensing and monitoring standards and Buckner’s mission, vision, values, policies and procedures. Join our team and shine hope in the lives of others! 

What you'll do:

• Design, develop, and implement a holistic children’s program that provides challenging academic enrichment that extends school day and summer learning in a meaningful and fun context.
• Provide an environment that stimulates self-confidence, trust, and a respect for others. Remain attentive to the physical, emotional, spiritual and academic growth of children.
• Develop, organize, schedule and implement program activities for school age children grades beginning in 1st grade through to 12th grade.
• Develop and implement systems for family involvement and engagement in the program.
• Determine the ongoing needs and interests of students, parents, and school staff.
• Conduct individual assessments of the children in the program in collaboration with the parents to ensure needs are being met and to ensure program effectiveness.
• Oversee the day-to-day program activities to ensure quality standards and a safe environment.
• Oversee client enrollment based on established eligibility guidelines.
• Develop and manage budget effectively. Manage program resources to ensure they are used efficiently and appropriately.

 What you’ll bring:

• Requires in-depth understanding of a comprehensive field of knowledge normally associated with the attainment of a Bachelor’s or Associate’s Degree in child development, elementary education, school administration, or a related field of social services. Bachelor’s Degree in a related field preferred but not required.
• Minimum 2-3 years prior related experience working with children and families required.
• Prior related program and/or staff management experience required.
• Requires current CPR/First Aid certification or qualifications to obtain certification.
• Child Care Director’s License or the ability meet requirements for licensure and agree to obtain a license within 90 days of employment is required for licensed program sites.
• Requires ability to drive assigned vehicle(s) or personal vehicle, with appropriate state license, following all laws applicable; must provide proof of liability insurance and must be eligible to be insured under Buckner’s insurance policy. Must be age 21 or older to drive on behalf of Buckner.
• Requires ability to use up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force continuously to move objects and/or people.
• Requires ability to walk, stand and sit, sometimes for prolonged periods of time.

The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the essential functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job.  

The same way we treat our employees is how we treat all applicants – with respect. Buckner is an equal opportunity employer (EEO is the law). You will be treated fairly throughout our recruiting process and without regard to race, color, religion, ​age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status in consideration for a career at Buckner.