Program Assistant

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

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES :

Note - this job often requires driving between locations or reporting to different locations daily.

Requirements

EDUCATION :

PHYSICAL ABILITIES AND WORKING CONDITIONS :

The physical abilities, working conditions, and other conditions of employment listed in this document are representative of, but are not intended to provide an exhaustive list of the requirements for positions in this classification. In the event of an emergency or situation requiring guidance from Federal, State, local, or school district authorities, the requirements of this position may change temporarily or for the school year to best serve the needs of our students.

WHAT EDMO OFFERS :

SUPERVISION :

This position reports to the Partner Relations Manager.

COMPENSATION :

This is a non-exempt position working 30 hrs / week. The hourly wage rate will be commensurate with experience and location. The hourly pay range for this position is $22 - $27 / hr depending on experience and location.

EDMO is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, equity inclusion, and belonging in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. EDMO makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, business needs at the time, and organizational value fit.

Embrace company culture by embodying the EDMO Method (Listed below)

S-P-A-C-E

Salary Description

$22-27 / hr