Job Description
Job DescriptionThis job requires commuting to Beaverton/Hillsboro.
Pay: $28 - $30 per hour
Schedule: Around 15 hours per week (Flexible, with peak activity during program launches)
About Snapology
Snapology is the #1 STEAM enrichment franchise in the country! We believe that children learn best through play. Using LEGO bricks, robotics, and coding, we provide a structured yet fun environment for kids aged 3-14 to explore STEM concepts. We are looking for a dedicated Program Manager to oversee our instructors, grow our school partnerships, and ensure the highest quality of educational delivery.
Role Overview
As the Program Manager, you are the bridge between our curriculum, our instructors, and our partner schools. You will be responsible for the "behind-the-scenes" operations that make our programs successful, from hiring and training to business development and logistics.
Key Responsibilities (Prioritized)
1. Staff Leadership & Instructor Management (Highest Priority)
- Recruitment: Post job openings, screen resumes, and conduct interviews to build a high-quality instructor team.
- Training: Lead onboarding for new hires, including in-person training sessions and on-site "class shadowing" to ensure teaching standards.
- Supervision: Oversee instructor schedules and timesheets; ensure all instructors arrive punctually and are prepared.
- Quality Control: Visit school sites (especially during the first two weeks of a term) to monitor instructor performance and provide feedback.
- Substitute Teaching: Step in to lead a class in the event of instructor emergencies or absences.
2. Program Operations & School Relations
- Program Application: Manage the application process for after-school programs at local schools, including online submissions and communications.
- Marketing Support: Create and distribute program flyers; coordinate with school administrations for approval.
- Curriculum Design: Strategically plan the syllabus for each school term, selecting appropriate themes (Robotics, Engineering, Coding) for different age groups.
- Client Communication: Act as the primary point of contact for parents and partners, handling inquiries via phone and email regarding student progress or program details.
3. Business Development & Special Events
- Growth: Actively network and identify opportunities to expand Snapology programs into new schools and community centers.
- Special Events: Manage and execute Summer Camps, Birthday Parties, and Scout badges.
- Field Trips: Take full ownership of Field Trip operations, from initial booking to on-site execution.
4. Administrative Support
- Office Tasks: Maintain student rosters, prepare handouts (laminating, printing), and organize classroom kits.
- Technical Tools: Utilize Microsoft Office and internal management software to keep operations organized.
Qualifications
- STEM Expertise: Strong background in STEM education; proficiency in Scratch Coding is highly preferred.
- Leadership Experience: Proven experience in a management or supervisory role, preferably in an educational or camp setting.
- Education: Degree in Education, Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- Communication: Excellent interpersonal and professional writing skills for communicating with school principals and parents.
- Organization: Ability to multitask and manage multiple school schedules simultaneously.
- Reliability: Must have a valid drivers license and reliable transportation to visit various sites in Beaverton/Hillsboro.
- Clearance: Ability to pass a background check and obtain necessary child safety clearances.
Benefits
- Competitive hourly pay ($28 - $30/hr).
- Flexible part-time schedule (perfect for experienced educators or graduate students).
- Inclusive and positive work culture.
- Employee discounts and referral programs.
- Professional growth in the booming STEM education industry.
How to Apply
If you are passionate about STEM, enjoy leading a team, and want to help grow a business that inspires the next generation of innovators, we want to hear from you!
Job Type: Part-time