Extended Day Program Manager

Open Position: Extended Day Program Manager Direct Reports: Extended Day Staff Reporting To: Assistant Head of School for K-12 Programs FLSA Status: Exempt When Needed: 2026-2027 School Year (August -June) - academic year plus two weeks before start of school FT/PT: Full-time (10:00 am to 6:00 pm Monday through Friday) Onsite Pay rate: ranges between $58,000 - 107,000 Job Overview The Extended Day Program Manager oversees the K-8 Extended Day programming for afterschool care and supervises an Extended Day staff of approximately four to six educators. General Responsibilities Plan, organize, supervise, and evaluate the daily operations of the Extended Day Program for the Lower and Middle School Develop Extended Day activities that are consistent with the mission and philosophy of The Bush School, which include activities run by the Extended Day Team as well as clubs run by outside contractors Ensure the health and safety of all students in the Extended Day Program Hire, train, schedule, and supervise an Extended Day Staff of four to six educators Supervise students Monday through Friday after school together with the Extended Day Staff Create and sustain consistent student expectations that align with the Lower and Middle School school day expectations Build relationships with parents and communicate with them as needs arise Plan, purchase, and prepare snacks for Lower and Middle School Extended Day Coordinate family registration for Extended Day each month and maintain effective partnerships with parents, providing timely information Recruit, organize and evaluate contractors to run afterschool clubs Collaborate with LS leadership to proactively address behavioral concerns arising in the ED that may impact classroom dynamics, including direct communication and collaboration with parents and families as needed Manage the annual budget for the Extended Day Program Open and close Extended Day spaces on campus Maintain regular communication with other departments to coordinate the use of afterschool spaces Attend periodic school meetings Complete other duties as assigned Required Education, Training & Experience Bachelor’s Degree Experience supervising school age students required, with 2 or more years preferred Experience supervising a team of employees is preferred Experience working within a school setting is preferred Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Ability to effectively manage and engage with students to create a positive environment for all students Flexibility and adaptability to meet the needs of the children and program Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to maintain confidential information Ability to work collaboratively in a variety of teams Additional Requirements Have a current Adult and Children CPR, First Aid, and AED Certification (or receive one soon after hire date) Meet the school’s standards when completing two separate background screenings Stamina: Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, manage long days, and support body with core muscles Fine Motor Skills: Using hands to grasp, move, or assemble small objects (e.g., papers, writing) Sensory: Clear hearing to distinguish sounds and vision to see differences in color, shade, brightness Ability to sit and keyboard for up to 8 hours per day & lift up to 30 pounds (file boxes) Equal Opportunity Employer The Bush School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Bush School does not discriminate in matters of employment, recruitment, admission or administration of any of its programs on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or genetic information. In addition, The Bush School does not discriminate in matters of employment based on the basis of age or marital status. Work Authorization and Visa Sponsorship Employment with the Company is contingent upon proof of authorization to work in the United States. The Company does not sponsor employment visas or work permits, now or in the future. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Bush School