Program Manager

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 are a leading provider of out‑of‑school programs.

Our award‑winning summer camps and after‑school programs have reached hundreds of thousands of children, making a significant impact in their lives. EDMO is recognized for its innovative approach to STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) and SEL (Social‑Emotional Learning) education, and for making learning engaging and accessible to all. With expansion into multiple regions and over 200 partnerships with school districts in Northern California, our commitment to quality programming and equitable access is 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

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 provides every child with the opportunity to cultivate curiosity, courage, and kindness!

The Program Manager oversees all aspects of a comprehensive after‑school program. Responsibilities include pre‑season training, in‑season program management, staff coaching and management, and interaction with students and parents. The Program Manager ensures smooth daily operations, including snack time, outdoor play, homework help, SEL and STEAM activities. This is an on‑site role.

• Maintain positive relationships with key contacts of the partnership.
• Build healthy relationships with all site staff including principals, office staff, teachers and custodians.
• Meet regularly with site staff to ensure smooth collaboration and adherence to site specifications.
• Manage site budget, reconcile actuals with agreed budget, including flex budget, payroll expenses, staff appreciation and professional development.
• Oversee payroll accuracy, ensuring timesheets are correct and overtime remains under budget.
• Direct and coordinate programs for assigned locations, leading accountability for the site.
• Lead and supervise small and large employee teams, applying problem‑solving methods as needed.
• Observe student behavior and apply appropriate behavior‑management techniques and corrective actions.
• Recruit, hire and train effective program staff capable of managing classrooms and delivering EDMO’s curriculum.
• Provide ongoing coaching, counseling and goal setting for program staff.
• Conduct performance reviews and evaluations.
• Follow EDMO’s program policies and procedures, and be the expert on available resources.
• Plan and implement culturally relevant "Community Week" activities, submitting plans by deadline.
• Maintain program standards, ensuring safety, cleanliness and a positive environment.
• Lead site staff meetings, training, safety demonstrations and refresher sessions.
• Train, coach and manage instructors (and site assistants, 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 to keep them informed about their child’s experiences.
• Manage site inventory, ensuring materials are requested, received and organized.
• Demonstrate and promote SEL skills:
  Self‑Awareness, Problem‑Solving, Advocacy, Collaboration and Empathy.
• Complete all assigned tasks within deadlines.
• Perform all other duties as assigned to support continuous program improvement.

• Passion and experience working with children.
• Experience working with youth of all ages.
• Previous involvement in an after‑school environment, as staff or participant.
• Proven experience hiring, coaching and managing a team of employees.
• Experience building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders.
• Ability to work…