The Role
Supervise children and staff in a school-age program during the Assistant Program Manager�absence; assist Program Manager with daily operations, program planning, compliance, safety, family collaboration, staff coaching, and promoting social-emotional development. Ensure required trainings and certifications are maintained and safety/supervision standards are met.
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ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Occasional lifting, five (5) to fifty (50) pounds
• Frequent bending, stooping, walking, standing, kneeling, crawling, squatting, reaching, and sitting
The Assistant Program Manager must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age, and must have completed at least one (1) of the following qualifications:
a. A Bachelor's, Master's or Doctoral degree from a regionally accredited college or university with a major area of study in one (1) of the following areas: (1) Child Development (2) Psychology (3) Early Childhood Education (4) Early Childhood Special Education (5) Elementary Education (6) Elementary Special Education (7) Family and Human Development (8) Family Studies (9) Special Education (10) Outdoor Education (11) Recreation (12) Human Services; or,
b. An Associate's degree or sixty (60) semester credit hours from a regionally accredited college or university AND three (3) months (455 hours) of experience in the care and supervision of four (4) or more children over the age of four (4) years who are not related to the individual; or, CODE OF COLORADO REGULATIONS 8 CCR 1402-1 Division of Early Learning, Licensing, and Administration 10; or,
c. Twenty-one (21) months (3,185 hours) of experience in the care and supervision of four (4) or more children over the age of four (4) years who are not related to the individual, and one (1) of the following qualifications: (1) Completion of six (6) semester hours from a regionally accredited college or university; or (2) Completion of forty (40) clock hours of training in coursework applicable to school-age children within the first nine (9) months in the Assistant Program Manager position. The 40 clock hours of training cannot include any of the required trainings as listed in rule section 2.508; or,
d. A current early childhood education professional credential, level II 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/aboutthe-ecpc?language=en_US.
Additional Required Training:
A department approved standard precautions training(s) that meets the current OSHA requirements prior to working with children. This training must be renewed annually and may count towards ongoing training requirements.
A building and physical premises safety training prior to working with children.
A department approved training about child abuse prevention within thirty (3) calendar days of employment. This training must be renewed annually and may count towards ongoing training requirements.
At least three (3) clock hours per year must be in focus of social emotional development.
A minimum fifteen (15) clock hours of on-going training per year, not including First Aid and CPR. Annual on-going training hour minimum is higher at accredited programs.
Certification and re-certification of First Aid and CPR.
All required training costs are paid by the program, including seat time (at employee’s current hourly rate)
REMINDER: Current DCSD employees must apply through their district log-on, this application is for external candidates only!
Job Posting Title:Interim Assistant Program Manager - BASE
Job Description:Responsible for supervising and guiding children in the program in the absence of the Assistant Program Manager; supervises and directs staff. Assists Program Manager in leading and managing daily operations of the program; assists in developing, implementing, and evaluating programming and services; assists in ensuring compliance with applicable rules and regulations. 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
The Assistant Program Manager must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age, and must have completed at least one (1) of the following qualifications:
a. A Bachelor's, Master's or Doctoral degree from a regionally accredited college or university with a major area of study in one (1) of the following areas: (1) Child Development (2) Psychology (3) Early Childhood Education (4) Early Childhood Special Education (5) Elementary Education (6) Elementary Special Education (7) Family and Human Development (8) Family Studies (9) Special Education (10) Outdoor Education (11) Recreation (12) Human Services; or,
b. An Associate's degree or sixty (60) semester credit hours from a regionally accredited college or university AND three (3) months (455 hours) of experience in the care and supervision of four (4) or more children over the age of four (4) years who are not related to the individual; or, CODE OF COLORADO REGULATIONS 8 CCR 1402-1 Division of Early Learning, Licensing, and Administration 10; or,
c. Twenty-one (21) months (3,185 hours) of experience in the care and supervision of four (4) or more children over the age of four (4) years who are not related to the individual, and one (1) of the following qualifications: (1) Completion of six (6) semester hours from a regionally accredited college or university; or (2) Completion of forty (40) clock hours of training in coursework applicable to school-age children within the first nine (9) months in the Assistant Program Manager position. The 40 clock hours of training cannot include any of the required trainings as listed in rule section 2.508; or,
d. A current early childhood education professional credential, level II 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/aboutthe-ecpc?language=en_US.
Additional Required Training:
A department approved standard precautions training(s) that meets the current OSHA requirements prior to working with children. This training must be renewed annually and may count towards ongoing training requirements.
A building and physical premises safety training prior to working with children.
A department approved training about child abuse prevention within thirty (3) calendar days of employment. This training must be renewed annually and may count towards ongoing training requirements.
At least three (3) clock hours per year must be in focus of social emotional development.
A minimum fifteen (15) clock hours of on-going training per year, not including First Aid and CPR. Annual on-going training hour minimum is higher at accredited programs.
Certification and re-certification of First Aid and CPR.
All required training costs are paid by the program, including seat time (at employee’s current hourly rate)
Position Specific Information (if Applicable):
***Due to the need of the program this position is needed from June 2nd - August 11th, 2026, during the summer program.***
Responsibilities:
Assist Director in demonstrating compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.
Promote positive behavior and healthy peer relationships by utilizing strategies for promoting social and emotional development.
Collaborate with families and other involved providers to understand the strengths and needs of all children, including those who are highly impacted. Develop strategies that allow children to participate in a safe and meaningful way.
Plan and implement program activities that provide children with opportunities to learn and develop life skills, explore interests, experience a sense of self-worth and belonging, and contribute to the community.
Utilize positive techniques to support and guide behavior and promote respectful and cooperative interactions among children.
Coach, mentor, and direct others to meet the goals of the program and department.
Ensure safety of children by providing sufficient and appropriate supervision and guidance of children at all times.
Certifications:First Aid & CPR Certification - American Heart Association
Education:
Skills:Position Type:Regular
Primary Location:Pine Grove Elementary
One Year Only (Yes or No):No
Approx Scheduled Days Per Year:260 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: $20.25 USD Hourly
Maximum Hire Rate: $26.27 USD Hourly
Full Salary Range:$20.25 USD - $32.28 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 health, vision, dental, health savings account (HSA), flexible spending accounts (FSA), District paid and voluntary additional (supplemental) life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance, short and long-term disability, critical illness and accident voluntary insurance, employee assistance program (EAP), voluntary 401(k), 403(b) and 457 retirement plan options.Time Off Plans:This position is eligible for paid vacation, sick and personal time.This position will be open until filled, but will not be open past:August 11, 2026
Skills Required
- Be at least 21 years of age
- Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Child Development, Psychology, Early Childhood Education, Early Childhood Special Education, Elementary Education, Elementary Special Education, Family and Human Development, Family Studies, Special Education, Outdoor Education, Recreation, or Human Services
- Associate's degree or 60 semester credit hours AND three months (455 hours) experience in care and supervision of four or more unrelated children over age four (alternative qualification)
- Twenty-one months (3,185 hours) experience in care and supervision of four or more unrelated children over age four AND completion of six semester hours OR 40 clock hours of applicable training (alternative qualification)
- Current Early Childhood Education Professional Credential level II or higher (version 3.0) (alternative qualification)
- Certification in First Aid and CPR (American Heart Association)
- Department-approved standard precautions training meeting current OSHA requirements (renewed annually)
- Building and physical premises safety training prior to working with children
- Department-approved child abuse prevention training within 30 calendar days of employment (renewed annually)
- Minimum 15 clock hours of ongoing training per year (excluding First Aid and CPR); accredited programs require higher annual hours
- At least three clock hours per year focused on social-emotional development
- Ability to occasionally lift five (5) to fifty (50) pounds and perform frequent bending, stooping, walking, standing, kneeling, crawling, squatting, reaching, and sitting (essential physical requirements)
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What We Do
The Douglas County School District is Colorado's third-largest school district, serving 61,000 students in preschool through twelfth-grade. Its mission is to provide an educational foundation that allows each student to reach his or her individual potential, ensuring that every student receives the education needed to have the brightest future possible.
