The Specialist of Out of School Time (OST) Programs at Meridian Public Charter School will lead and manage the day-to-day activities of the before and after school program and the summer school/camp program. Approximately 300+ students participate in these programs during the school year and nearly 200 students during the summer. Meridian is a PreK–8th grade school located in Washington, DC’s vibrant U Street Corridor. Our mission is to inspire a passion for learning in our students and to help them build their self-confidence and self-respect through academic achievement.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
● Oversee all aspects of the before and after school program and summer program, including program design, curriculum, staffing, daily operation, including communication with families, and program quality
● Oversee all aspects of the grant, including grant reporting, documentation, and evaluation (if applicable)
● Organize program logistics, such as registration, schedules, lesson plan collection, snack and space, supply requests, and other programmatic needs
● Maintain student participation and attendance throughout the year via recruitment and retention activities, including student voice and choice engagement strategies
● Maintain an inviting, safe, orderly environment, virtually and in-person
● Observe activities daily; review the performance of staff and provide suggestions, demonstrations, and assistance for improvement, as needed
● Monitor student behavior on site during program hours and utilize appropriate discipline measures, as necessary
● Acquire and manage program equipment, materials/supplies, and facilities
● Working with the Food Services team, coordinate food distribution to student participants, and monitor the proper tracking and accounting for all food given out
● Collaborate with school leadership to ensure program delivery aligns with academic goals in relation to student achievement and performance
● Collaborate with the Chief Operating Officer and Director of Operations to develop and maintain the site budget and any grant compliance requirements
● Build and maintain positive relationships with all stakeholders (participants, parents, school staff, and administration)
● Maintain a clear and consistent line of communication with program staff, school administration, and parents
● Establish and maintain the OSSE voucher program that will ensure Meridian programs are licensed before and after-care programs
● Perform all other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Meridian is seeking educators with the following education and experience:
● Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university preferred but not required
● 5+ years of experience working with school age youth (K-8) in a school or after-school setting
● Exceptional interpersonal and relationship building skills and ability to lead and work with diverse populations
● Passion for working with ALL students, particularly students with disabilities and English language learners
● Program coordination skills, including the ability to plan, specify tasks, supervise staff, problem solve, and implement activities
● Grant management and reporting experience
● Ability to manage community partnerships and collaborate with a variety of stakeholders
● Experience developing new programming with innovation
● Excellent verbal and written communication skills
● Strong time management skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively, with minimal supervision
● A desire to be an active part of a diverse community of educators, scholars, and families
● A strong work ethic, individual drive, and an ability to thrive in a collaborative environment
● Proficiency with Google Suite (Google Docs, Sheets, Slides, Forms)
● First Aid/CPR certified
● Ability to speak Spanish is highly desirable
Salary and Benefits
Meridian is a great place to work! Meridian teachers and staff are compensated competitively for their time and have opportunities to earn additional income through leadership opportunities at the school level, offering extracurricular clubs and sports for students, and facilitating tutoring programs.
Learn more about working at Meridian by visiting our website (www.mpcs-dc.org); you can also learn more about Meridian and this position via our application portal (https://tinyurl.com/SpecialistOST). Or, share your resume with us here. Our recruiter will follow up with qualified candidates.
Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
