Part Time Program Manager; Mechanicsville, VA

Part Time Program Manager (Mechanicsville, VA)

Right At School provides local school districts before and after school extended day programs with a focus on disguised learning activities and daily enrichment dedicated to the success of all students!

Right At School’s mission emphasizes a commitment to inspire a love of learning, support schools, and give families peace of mind. We do this by building a team of mission‑driven individuals, who are passionate about fostering a love of learning and creating safe, engaging experiences for children.

Program Pay Rate: $20–$23 (based on education and experience). This position will begin with the 2025‑2026 academic school year; qualified candidates will not begin work until August 2025.

Program

Hours:

Monday through Friday 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM (hours may vary based on assigned location).

• Safety & Joy:
  Exhibit role‑model qualities ensuring safety and joy standards are met by supporting a clear understanding of the roles and responsibilities to a team of staff members. Support operational efficiency by keeping site documents and licensing standards up to date. Outline attendance protocols, behavior policies, safety procedures, and ensure program tasks are completed effectively. Provide continual coaching, fostering respectful relationships among staff to address challenges promptly, maintaining team cohesion and productivity.
• Safety Assurance:
  Consistently support and report on safety protocols to ensure the well‑being of all participants. Identify and submit proof of MMR.
• Drive the mission by fostering effective communication and relationship building with families, partners, peers, and children; responding promptly to emails and texts during program hours.
• Maintain accurate records for student check‑ins and check‑outs. Ensure “name‑to‑face” attendance procedures are completed per company policy.
• Implement daily activities, fitness fun, and curriculum while providing a safe and engaging environment.

• 18+ years of age.
• Proof of high school diploma or GED required.
• Experience with working amongst competing priorities and delivering quality service to all stakeholders.
• Experience working with children and knowledge of unique and special needs.
• Coursework or training in child development and/or a related field.
• Strong communication skills—oral, written, and visual—with adults and children.
• Ability to model professional standards when dealing with students, parents, staff, and the community.
• Familiarity with Google technology software or willingness to learn.

• First Aid and CPR (in‑person).
• Cleared tuberculosis test.
• 21 years or older.
• Graduate degree in a child‑related field (e.g., elementary education, nursing, recreation)
  * and* at least six months of programmatic experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in a child‑related field
  * and* one year of programmatic experience.
• Forty‑eight semester hours (or 72 quarter hours) of college credit, with at least 12 semester hours in child‑related subjects and one year of programmatic experience.
• Two years of programmatic experience with one year in a staff supervisory capacity and at least one of the following education backgrounds: one‑year early childhood certificate (≥30 semester hours), child development credential (approved curriculum and competency assessment), or accredited Montessori certification.

• Health & Wellness:
  Medical/Virtual Care, Dental and Vision Insurance Plans.
• Pet Health:
  Pet discount programs and pet insurance.
• Physical Wellness:
  Supplemental Insurance.
• Effective Communication:
  Engage meaningfully with families, partners, peers, and children; respond promptly to emails and texts during program hours.
• Documentation and Compliance:
  Maintain accurate records for student check‑ins and check‑outs.
• Daily Routine:
  Implement daily activities, fitness fun, and curriculum in a safe environment.

Right At School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.