Program Manager

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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.

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 the 2020 NSLA Excellence in Summer Learning Award, 15 consecutive “Best of the Bay” recognitions, and features on CNN, ABC, TODAY, Common Sense Media, Wall Street Journal, NPR Forum, and more.

The Program Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of their assigned comprehensive after‑school program. This includes pre‑season training, in‑season program management, staff coaching and management, and interactions with students and parents. The Program Manager ensures the smooth operation of daily program activities, which include snack time, outdoor play, homework help, and SEL and STEAM activities. Exact parameters and daily schedules vary by partnership/site and the Program Manager is accountable for tailoring tools and information from the larger company to the specifics of their partnership/site.

This is an on‑site role.

• Maintain a positive relationship with all key contacts of the partnership.
• Have healthy and positive relationships with all site staff including principals, office staff, teachers and custodians.
• Meet regularly with relevant site staff to ensure smooth collaboration between the EDMO program and host site and adhere to any and all site specifications.
• Manage site budget and ensure all line items are within agreed‑upon budget; create bi‑weekly touchpoints to reconcile actuals with budget.
• Ensure payroll is on budget based on the agreements between EDMO and district partners; oversee payroll and ensure timesheets are accurate and overtime is under budget.
• Direct and coordinate the programs for assigned location(s); lead accountability for the site as Program Manager.
• Lead and supervise small and large employee teams, recognize potential issues and apply problem‑solving methods as needed.
• Observe student behavior, assess appropriateness and apply appropriate behavior‑management techniques, positive redirection, or corrective action as necessary.
• Collab with Recruiting to recruit, hire, and train effective program staff, ensuring delivery of EDMO’s comprehensive after‑school curriculum.
• Provide ongoing coaching, progressive counseling and goal setting for program staff.
• Conduct performance reviews and evaluations for program staff.
• Implement all EDMO’s program policies and procedures; follow all training guides, tools and written policies.
• Plan and implement program activities for “Community Week” that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate and consistent with EDMO values; submit plans within deadlines to the Program Culture Manager.
• Adhere to program standards including safety and cleanliness; ensure safety and well‑being of all staff, children, and parents.
• Lead all site staff meetings and training, including regular refreshers and safety demonstrations.
• Train, coach and manage a team of instructors (and a site assistant, if applicable).
• Participate in all program training, professional development, and in‑season meetings.
• Provide exceptional customer service by anticipating and addressing issues involving children, staff, partners, site staff or parents.
• Communicate with parents as needed to keep them informed about their child’s…