Program Assistant
Listed on 2026-08-20
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Education / Teaching
After School, Youth Development, Child Development/Support, Teacher Assistant/ Paraprofessional
Description
COMPANY
DESCRIPTION:
EDMO is a thriving educational nonprofit that has been inspiring and empowering young minds since 2004. With a dedicated team of 30+ passionate full-time professionals and 400+ summer and school year staff, we have grown into a leading provider of out-of-school program providers.
Our award-winning summer camps and after-school programs have reached hundreds of thousands of children, making a significant impact in their lives. Over the years, EDMO has gained recognition for its innovative approach to STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) and SEL (Social and Emotional Learning) education, as well as its commitment to making learning engaging and accessible to all.
EDMO's growth trajectory has been impressive, with expansion into multiple regions and over 200 partnerships with school districts in Northern California. Our organization's commitment to quality programming and equitable access has been acknowledged through various accolades, including:
Recipient of the 2020 NSLA Excellence in Summer Learning Award
Voted "Best of the Bay" for 15 consecutive years
Featured on CNN, ABC, TODAY, Common Sense Media, Wall Street Journal, NPR Forum, and more!
With a strong foundation and a clear vision for the future, EDMO continues to make a positive difference in the lives of children and communities. We envision a more connected world where all people feel confident on their journey toward self-discovery and cultivate a deep sense of responsibility.
Join our team and be part of an organization that is providing every child with the opportunity to cultivate curiosity, courage, and kindness!
Position Overview:The Program Assistant is the lifeline of the program, training on and being ready to hold any position that the program has to offer - from Program Manager to Instructor. The main responsibility of the Program Assistant is to act as a substitute any time someone calls in sick or a role is unfilled, across multiple locations. Additionally, they will assist the Program Managers with operational oversight, with a focus on coaching and mentoring other site staff.
Key Responsibilities:- Assisting sites in your assigned region/geography by traveling to multiple locations weekly
- Participating in any professional development, or in-season meetings
- Subbing for any role needed including Instructors and Program Managers
- Helping the Program Managers manage all aspects of the program’s daily operations
- Coaching, mentoring, and training site Instructors
- Providing high-caliber customer service by anticipating and addressing any kid, staff, or parent challenges and/or concerns
- Communicating with parents as needed, to make sure they are up to date on what their kids are experiencing at the program
- Exhibiting the EDMO Vibe and demonstrating through actions and words each of the social-emotional learning (SEL) skills of self-awareness, problem-solving, advocacy, collaboration, and empathy, while also reinforcing these qualities in other staff and kids
- Performing any other duties as assigned
- Experience (and a love for!) working with kids
- Experience working with groups of students
- Experienced coach with teaching or educator support experience
- A background in or familiar with SEL and STEAM learning methodology
- Experience providing feedback
- Creative, patient, and positive attitude with a willingness to problem-solve
- High sense of responsibility and dependability
- Patience, flexibility, and adaptability
- Self-starter, motivated, but also a team player
- Previous camp or after-school experience preferred
- Classroom teaching experience and/or teaching credentials are a huge plus but not required
- A reliable form of transportation
- Note - this job often requires driving between locations or reporting to different locations daily.
EDUCATION:
- Bachelor's degree in a related area and/or relevant experience
- 48 college units or the ability to pass the Instructional Assistant Exam (will be administered by EDMO)
- CPR/First Aid Certification is required by the start date. Certification must include an in-person CPR component. If you are not already certified, some compensation will be…
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