Program Manager Community Education - School Age Care Program and Four Year Old Early Learning

Manager, Community Education

Final date to receive applications:
Posted until filled

Starting Date:
Immediately

Location:

Educational Service Center, 11200 93rd Ave N, Maple Grove, MN 55369 (with support across multiple school sites)

Hours:

Full-Time, 12-Month, Exempt, 260/261 Days Typical hours are 8:00-4:30pm M-F

Osseo Area Schools' Community Education programs provide students with high-quality learning opportunities beyond the traditional school day. Programs include Kidstop, Four Star Express, and Blast, serving a diverse population of students across multiple elementary school sites.

Our mission is to inspire and prepare each and every scholar with the confidence, courage, and competence to achieve their dreams, contribute to community, and engage in a lifetime of learning.

The Manager, Community Education is a key leadership role within the department, responsible for the strategic and operational management of multiple programs. This position ensures programs are high-quality, accessible, and aligned with district goals while supporting staff development, student success, and family engagement.

We are committed to creating an enriching, caring, safe, and equitable environment where all feel valued and supported. We welcome and celebrate diversity, culture, and perspective, fostering an inclusive environment free of judgment. Our programs prioritize safety, respect, and equity, ensuring that every individual, regardless of abilities, ethnicities, genders, or religious beliefs, can thrive and contribute meaningfully to our community.

The Manager, Community Education plans, develops, and evaluates Community Education programs in collaboration with staff and stakeholders. This role oversees program operations, staffing, and budget management while fostering innovation, quality improvement, and community partnerships. The Manager provides strategic and performance leadership, supervises program staff, and ensures compliance with all district policies and childcare regulations.

This position is ideal for someone with experience in community education, school-age care, or youth development programs, and a passion for leading teams, enhancing programs, and engaging diverse communities.

• Site Supervisors (3-4 positions)
• Additional staff as assigned

• Educational Support Professionals (40-70 employees)
• Instructors (Kidstop/Four Star Express, 10-20 employees)

The Manager provides guidance, coaching, and performance evaluations for direct reports and supports program staff in achieving operational and student success goals.

• Align Community Education programs with the district's mission and core values.
• Participate in district initiatives, committees, and task forces.
• Develop and communicate a shared vision for assigned program areas.
• Conduct program assessments, prepare reports, and implement improvements.
• Develop training materials and supervise building supervisors.

• Build staff capacity and apply technical expertise to enhance program effectiveness.
• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate staff, including providing timely feedback.
• Lead delegation of tasks and responsibilities to ensure efficient workflow.
• Assist with hiring, onboarding, and training staff, including summer and school year employees.
• Provide on-call or on-site support for program staff as needed.

• Administer/monitor program budgets, monitor staffing ratios, and ensure fiscal accountability.
• Ensure compliance with district policies, state childcare regulations, and permitting systems.
• Implement data management systems and oversee program reporting and documentation.

• Maintain visibility and accessibility within the organization and programs.
• Communicate effectively with staff, families, and community partners.
• Build relationships with diverse stakeholders and manage conflicts professionally.
• Represent the district in community engagement, partnerships, and program initiatives.

• Model ethical behavior, confidentiality, and adaptability.
• Promote professional development and growth for self and staff.
• Support marketing, outreach, and promotional efforts for Community Education programs.
• Foster inclusive, culturally responsive environments.

Perform other duties as assigned that support the mission and operations of Community Education and District.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Community Education, Education, Youth Development, Early Childhood, Human Development, Adult Education, or a related field (required).

Minimum Of 3 Years Of Relevant Programming Experience.

0-1 year of supervisory experience.

• Experience in public school and/or community-based programming is preferred.
• Expertise in community education programming and school-age care.
• Skilled in staff development, coaching, and…