Job Description

Community Education Program Manager

Job Summary: Our goal is to inspire and support every individual, regardless of their background, to achieve their dreams, contribute to the community, and engage in lifelong learning. As a Community Education Program Manager, you will provide assistance and input in the development, administration, implementation, and evaluation of our early childhood and family education programs. This position requires extensive knowledge of child and family development, excellent communication and collaboration skills, and the ability to work effectively with diverse groups of people.

Duties Include:
- Assisting with the leadership and development of program areas
- Recruiting, training, and supervising non-licensed staff
- Supporting ongoing community needs assessment work
- Developing and implementing a marketing and outreach plan based on community needs
- Managing grants and initiatives, including reporting
- Data management and communication with stakeholders
- Monitoring program revenues and expenses, including tuition collection
- Analyzing enrollment data to inform future program needs
- Assisting with other Community Education program areas as needed or assigned

Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree required, Master's Degree preferred in Education, Business Administration, or a related field
- 3+ years of relevant work experience in public school and/or community-based early childhood and family education programming preferred
- 3+ years of supervising Community Education programs and staff preferred

Desired:
- Teaching license in parent education and/or early childhood
- Experience teaching in early childhood or similar programs
- Experience with home visiting and alignment from PreK to 3rd grade
- Experience with outreach and marketing programs
- Experience working with highly diverse populations
- Experience working with families of low socio-economic status

Salary: Please refer to the salary grids on Pages 3 to 4, Section 1 of the Management Personnel I-M agreement.
Work schedule: Core hours will be developed upon hire and may vary with supervisor approval. This is a salaried position that includes summer hours. Occasional evening and weekend hours may be required.
Job type or FTE: Full-time
Bargaining unit: Management Personnel I-M
Desired start date: August 28, 2023

Osseo Area Schools offers:
- Meaningful and impactful work
- Opportunities to grow professionally
- A variety of benefits and more

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
Osseo Area School District ISD 279 is an Equal Opportunity and veteran-friendly employer. We ensure equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, or disability. We are committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of our district and strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply. For more information, please view our District's Equal Opportunity and Prohibition Against Discrimination, Harassment, and Violence Policy.

Veteran's Preference: If you are an eligible veteran, please submit a legible copy of your DD214 with your application.
Accommodation: If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during the selection process, please email Human Resources at HR@district279.org or call 763-391-7007.

Background Check Process Upon Conditional Offer:
Background checks are conducted upon receiving a conditional offer. Employees must complete a background check and are responsible for the background fee. A passing background check is required. Criminal convictions are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Dear Hiring Manager,

I am writing to express my interest in the Community Education Program Manager position at your organization. I believe in the power of education and the importance of providing inclusive opportunities for individuals from all walks of life.

Based on the job requirements, I possess the necessary qualifications and experience to excel in this role. My extensive knowledge of child and family development, along with my excellent communication and collaboration skills, will enable me to effectively support the Early Childhood & Family Education (EC&FE) Program Coordinator and staff in the development, implementation, and evaluation of the district-wide EC&FE programs.

In my previous roles, I have successfully assisted with the overall leadership and development of program areas, recruited and supervised staff, and managed grants and initiatives. I have also worked with diverse populations, including families of low socio-economic status. Through these experiences, I have developed a strong understanding of the needs and challenges faced by individuals from different backgrounds.

I am excited about the opportunity to contribute to your organization's mission of inspiring and supporting individuals to achieve their dreams and engage in lifelong learning. I am confident that my passion for education, along with my qualifications and experience, make me a strong fit for this position.

Thank you for considering my application. I look forward to the possibility of discussing how my skills and experiences align with your organization's needs in greater detail.

Sincerely,

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