Immokalee Readers Program Manager

Position Summary

The Immokalee Readers Program Manager is responsible for the daily operations of the Immokalee Readers Program, ensuring effective communication with all stakeholders, including Collier County Public Schools (CCPS) and community partners. This role oversees program logistics, staff management, and training initiatives while maintaining alignment with CCPS standards. Success in this position is measured by program efficiency, student engagement, and the ability to meet organizational goals through data-driven decision-making.

Essential Functions

Daily attendance and punctuality are an important responsibility of all Immokalee Foundation employees and therefore considered an essential function for all positions.

Stakeholder Communication & Coordination

• Develop and maintain relationships with CCPS, community partners, and other stakeholders.
• Organize and manage logistics related to CCPS lease agreements.

Program Operations & Management

• Oversee daily operations of the Immokalee Readers Program.
• Analyze classroom activities to ensure alignment with CCPS standards.
• Plan and create after-school program goals and initiatives.
• Collaborate with school administration and OST programs.
• Evaluate program effectiveness and ensure compliance with organizational standards.

Staff Management & Supervision

• Recruit, interview, hire, and supervise program staff.
• Ensure employees produce accurate and high-quality work.
• Evaluate program effectiveness and ensure compliance with organizational standards.
• Curriculum Management: Oversee the reading curriculum, ensuring rigorous data collection is used to identify areas for program improvement.
• Collaborate with the Curriculum Specialist to ensure program fidelity and credibility.

Training & Professional Development

• Develop and implement training programs for teachers and tutors.
• Organize workshops, webinars, and hands-on training sessions.

Payroll & Budget Management

• Manage payroll and budgeting for program employees.
• Maintain payroll records.
• Manage program budget and conduct cost analysis.

Data Collection & Reporting

• Coordinate Mid-Year Data Chats: Schedule and lead meetings between teachers and the Curriculum Specialist every January-February to review student I-Ready Scores.
• Assist with data collection to improve program performance.
• Maintain confidentiality and ensure adherence to company policies.
• Compile, maintain, and report monthly, quarterly, and annual program statistics.

Non-Essential Functions and Duties

• Assist in the organization and cleanliness of the building.
• Cooperate in the pickup and organization of donated materials.
• Avail transportation for TIF students or staff, when necessary.
• Participate in tours as requested.
• Participate in community activities, as needed.
• Handle material orders and distribution.
• Ability and willingness to delegate effectively and hold self and others accountable.
• Model the use of integrity and diplomacy in making decisions regarding sensitive issues.
• Demonstrate a commitment to quality and service excellence.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Supervise and lead a team of employees in carrying out their assigned duties and the day-to-day operational functions department:
• Ensure employees produce accurate and correct quality of work.
• Review program compliance to identify and mitigate operational risk and to ensure ongoing adherence with compliance procedures.
• Be knowledgeable about all Foundation programs, how they interact, and their inter-dependency with each other.
• Ensure that all security procedures are strictly followed.
• Collaborate in the hiring, training and retention of staff. Train employees to develop their skills.
• Supervise and develop staff regarding service expectations, policies, procedures, and Foundation programs.
• Disseminate appropriate Foundation information to staff and discuss operational issues with appropriate members of management.
• Evaluate employee performance through performance reviews and constructive feedback.
• Maintain staff schedules to always provide adequate coverage.
• Effectively manage difficult situations with vendors, staff, board and donors, providing them with acceptable resolutions within an acceptable time frame.
• Maintain the highest level of confidentiality with all information obtained.
• Act as backup for others as assigned.
• Comply with all company policies, procedures and regulations.

Core Competencies

• Adaptability - responding to change effectively, proactively seeking opportunities to be supportive of change and serve our mission.
• Collaboration – helping colleagues as needed and viewing responsibilities as shared.
• Communication – effectively using oral and written communication to both internal and external parties. Demonstrating empathy and listening.
• Mission Driven – commitment to the mission of the Foundation and alignment with organizational values.
• Ownership – effectively manages own work and work of teams ensuring delivery of high-quality work.

Leadership Competencies

• Deals with Uncertainty – identifying and assessing potential risks of a situation and acts accordingly to mitigate them.
• Develops and Motivates Others – motivating and supporting departments through coaching and mentoring.
• Manages with Data – understanding data and identifying insights and implications.
• Strategic Thinking – considering the future of the Foundation proactively and responsively, identifies innovative opportunities and weighs diverse inputs to form strategies.
• Values and Prioritizes Inclusivity – consistently sees, learns from and takes strategic action related to diverse perspectives. Demonstration of self-awareness and behaviors to work with others respectfully and effectively.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in education, program management, or a related field preferred.

Certification(s)/Licenses

• · Active valid driver’s license in good standing.

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in program management, staff supervision, and budget oversight preferred.
• Experience working in an educational or nonprofit setting is a plus.
• Previously demonstrated management experience fostering and developing an organizational culture that supports intra-organizational teamwork and collaboration which supports employee engagement and strategic and operational goal attainment.

Skills and Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, leadership, and conflict resolutions skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in staff recruitment, training, and payroll management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and data management tools.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Knowledge of best practices in education and student engagement strategies.
• Ability to successfully pass criminal background and drug screening.

Physical Abilities/Working Conditions

• Office environment with frequent computer use
• Frequent and prolonged periods of viewing and operating a computer.
• Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds.
• Occasional standing, walking, sitting, and lifting
• Occasional work hours prior to or beyond standard operational hours for student and or parent evening events.
• Occasional travel including overnight for student events or meetings.

Join us as an Immokalee Readers Program Manager to lead transformative literacy initiatives that empower communities through education. Your expertise will help shape sustainable programs that foster lifelong learning while advancing the Foundation's mission and vision.

Pay: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Program management: 5 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• driver's license in good standing (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Immokalee, FL 34142 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $70,000 - $80,000