Elementary EL Summer Enrichment Program – Program Director

Elementary El Summer Enrichment Program Program Director Summer 2026

Program

Location:

Missituk Elementary School

Nature and Scope:
Medford Public Schools seeks a highly organized and collaborative Program Director to lead the Summer 2026 Elementary English Learner (EL) Enrichment Program serving students currently in grades K-5. The Program Director will oversee all aspects of program coordination and daily operations, working closely with the EL Director to ensure a smooth, well-organized, and engaging summer experience for students and staff.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate overall program planning and implementation
• Manage student registration, enrollment tracking, and family communication
• Develop and maintain the master schedule for staff and students
• Coordinate staffing logistics and daily operations
• Order instructional materials and supplies
• Oversee classroom space preparation and program setup
• Plan and coordinate field trips, including obtaining quotes, securing transportation, managing vendor communication, preparing permission slips, and ensuring compliance with district procedures
• Supervise and coordinate both morning academic programming and afternoon recreational programming
• Ensure adherence to district summer school procedures and safety protocols
• Serve as point person for day-to-day problem solving and operational needs
• Collaborate regularly with the EL Director regarding planning, budget, and program adjustments

Minimum Qualifications:

• Valid Massachusetts Teaching License
• Experience working with English Learners
• Demonstrated leadership and organizational skills
• Experience coordinating programs, events, or school-based initiatives
• Strong communication skills with families, staff, vendors, and administrators

Rate and

Hours:

$55 per hour

At minimum, the Program Director will work the core instructional schedule of the summer program:

Program Dates:
Monday, June 29, 2026 - Thursday, July 23, 2026 (16 days; 8 hours per day; 128 program hours)

Morning Academic Session: 8:15 a.m.

- 12:15 p.m.

Afternoon Recreational Session (Medford Recreation Pool and structured activities): 12:15 p.m.

- 4:15 p.m.

Additional hours beyond the daily program schedule will be required for pre-program planning, registration, scheduling, logistics coordination, materials ordering, field trip planning, and post-program wrap-up. The total number of additional planning hours will be determined in collaboration with the EL Director based on program needs. Compensation is pending Title III grant funding.