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PUC Schools

Afterschool Program Coordinator

Burbank, CA · On-site

$72K - $83K/yr

Our mission at PUC Schools is to develop and manage high-quality charter schools in densely ... The Team Member we are searching for The ideal Afterschool Program Coordinator believes in and is ...

Safe Passages

After School Program Assistant

Oakland, CA · On-site

$45K - $55K/mo

Safe Passages' After School Programs provide quality enrichment and academic support services ... Effective time management and organizational skills * Must have at least 48 semester units ...

YOUTH ALLIANCE

Afterschool Program Leader

Gilroy, CA · On-site

$22 - $25/hr

After-School Program Leader Status: Part-Time Hourly Location: Gilroy, CA Reports To: Site ... Manage classroom operations, including completing attendance reports, student or program ...

Dixon Family YMCA

After School Program Staff

Dixon, IL · On-site

$16/hr

Make a Difference as an After School Program Staff at Dixon Family YMCA! Are you passionate about working with kids and creating a positive impact in your community? Join the Dixon Family YMCA team ...

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How much do after school program manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for after school program manager in the United States is $107,460.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $79,500.00 and $132,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an after school program manager do?

An After School Program Manager oversees the planning, implementation, and evaluation of after school activities for children and youth. They are responsible for hiring and supervising staff, ensuring the safety and well-being of participants, developing engaging programs, managing budgets, and communicating with parents and school officials. Their main goal is to create a supportive, enriching environment where students can learn, socialize, and grow outside of regular school hours.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an after school program manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as an After School Program Manager, you need experience in youth development, program planning, and a background in education or a related field, often supported by a bachelor's degree. Familiarity with child care licensing regulations, scheduling software, and incident reporting systems is typically required. Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills help you effectively manage staff, engage students, and build relationships with parents. These skills ensure the program operates smoothly, provides a safe environment, and delivers meaningful enrichment for participants.

What are some common challenges faced by after school program managers, and how can they be addressed?

After School Program Managers often encounter challenges such as maintaining student engagement, managing diverse staff teams, and ensuring program compliance with safety and educational standards. Balancing administrative duties with hands-on involvement can also be demanding. To address these challenges, successful managers prioritize clear communication, ongoing staff training, and the development of engaging, age-appropriate activities. Building strong relationships with students, parents, and school administrators is also crucial for fostering a positive, collaborative environment.

What is the difference between After School Program Manager vs After School Activities Coordinator?

AspectAfter School Program ManagerAfter School Activities Coordinator
CredentialsTypically requires a bachelor's degree in education, recreation, or related field; certifications in child development or CPR are commonOften requires a high school diploma or associate degree; certifications in first aid or activity-specific training may be preferred
Work EnvironmentLeads program planning, supervises staff, manages budgets, and ensures safety in educational or community centersAssists in organizing activities, supports program delivery, and interacts directly with children in after-school settings
Employer & Industry UsageFound in schools, community centers, non-profits, and youth organizationsCommonly employed by schools, camps, and youth clubs to coordinate activities

The main difference is that the After School Program Manager oversees the entire program, including staff and operations, while the After School Activities Coordinator focuses on organizing and supporting specific activities within the program. Both roles work in similar environments but differ in scope and responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various After School Program Manager job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $107,460 per year, or $51.7 per hour.

Afterschool Program Coordinator

Burbank, CA • On-site

PUC Schools
1 - 5K employees
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$72K - $83K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 11 days ago

Job description

Organization Overview
Partnerships to Uplift Communities (PUC) Schools is a non-profit network of public charter schools designed to significantly increase high school graduation rates, college entrance, and college graduation rates for underserved students in North-East Los Angeles, and the North-East San Fernando Valley.
Our mission at PUC Schools is to develop and manage high-quality charter schools in densely populated urban communities with overcrowded and low-achieving schools. We create school programs and cultures that promote college graduation for all students. We uplift and revitalize communities through the success of our students and through inspiring them to uplift our communities now and forever and through the development of educational and other supportive partnerships.
The Team Member we are searching for
The ideal Afterschool Program Coordinator believes in and is passionate about the mission and commitments of PUC Schools and exhibits this through their leadership, reflection, execution of school culture, and collaboration to ensure student success. This position will report to the Director of Compliance, which is part of the Office of the Chief Executive Officer at PUC Schools.
What you will need to accomplish:
Afterschool Program Vision & Strategic Partnerships:
  • Coordinate and collaborate with the Director of Compliance to maintain the vision, mission, and compliance of all afterschool program offerings at PUC Schools (i.e., ASES, ELOP, Think Together, any other grant funded program)
  • Coordinate and collaborate with school administrators to maintain the vision, mission, and compliance of after-school offerings by working collaboratively with the school administrators and site-based after-school coordinator(s) to uplift each school's after-school program
  • Coordinate and collaborate with professional afterschool program networks, outside of PUC Schools, to continuously learn and innovate in support of PUC Schools (i.e., CDE, CA Afterschool Network, CMO's, etc.)
  • Afterschool Program Planning:
  • Coordinate, develop, and implement the three components of PUC Afterschool programming (i.e., Academics, Enrichment, & Sports) org-wide at each school by working collaboratively with school administrators and afterschool staff in support of each school's offerings
  • Coordinate, develop, and implement systems, communication, and oversight of all PUC Afterschool programming compliance (i.e., attendance, safety, food services, and any other compliance needs determined by org or fed/state compliance).
  • Coordinate, develop, and implement a data informed practice to further the vision, mission, and priorities of the PUC Afterschool Program in all areas related to afterschool programming (i.e., Academic, Compliance, Enrichment, Sports, Staffing, and Professional Development)
  • Coordinate school requests and/or needs by working collaboratively with supporting departments at PUC Schools or PUC National to maximize support, resources, and guidance to schools
  • Coordinate, develop, and deliver professional development to afterschool staff based on org-wide priorities, after school program data, and/or school-based suggestions or school-based needs

Afterschool Program Culture:
  • Coordinate, model, teach, and reinforce a safe, positive, and inclusive culture for all afterschool staff in support of each after school program's services at a school in support of students, parents, school staff, and local community
  • Coordinate, model, teach, and reinforce positive relationship building with students, parents, school staff, and local community
  • Coordinate, model, teach, and reinforce a safe, positive, and inclusive after school culture by regularly observing each school's program and providing school administrators and after school support staff with observations and/or recommendations related to the program culture

Afterschool Program Operations:
  • Coordinate, model, teach, and reinforce a safe and compliant school operations for all afterschool staff in support of each after school program's operations in support of students, parents, school staff, and local community (i.e., Afterschool Safety Drills, Mandated Reporting, Afterschool Incident Reporting, School Safety Procedures, etc.)
  • Coordinate, model, teach, and reinforce after school program attendance and tracking procedures in support of school operations for all afterschool programs (i.e., supporting school adherence to after school attendance tracking and reporting procedures/reporting discrepancies)
  • Coordinate and collaborate with school administrators and department leaders, under the guidance of PUC Compliance, on any school-based operational needs in support of each school's afterschool program (i.e., Operations, Food Services, Facilities, Finance, Compliance, HR, etc.,)

Afterschool Program Finance:
  • Coordinate and collaborate with the Director of Compliance on all finance sources, finance policies and procedures, and finance grants and audits related to PUC Afterschool Programs
  • Coordinate and collaborate with school administrators on each schools after school program funding, attendance tracking tied to funding, and any general finance awareness needed per school to further the school's fiscal management of afterschool programming
  • Coordinate and collaborate with PUC Compliance, to further support finance policies and procedures and grant tracking based on financial independent audits related to afterschool programming

Afterschool Professional Leadership:
  • Demonstrate passion and commitment to the mission and vision of PUC Schools
  • Demonstrates, teaches, and reinforces the PUC Professional Core Values through leadership, reflection, growth mindset, collaboration, equity, integrity, responsibility, data driven, creativity, empathy, and self-awareness
  • Delivers professional development using adult learning strategies to maximize adult learning in support of students
  • Attends all professional development sessions, inside and outside of the organization, ready to learn, engage, and collaborate to maximize learning.
  • Works collaboratively with direct supervisor to further professional growth, program priorities, and desired outcomes
  • Maintains an open-mind related to professional practice, professional areas of strength, and professional areas for growth and improvement

Other:
  • Collaborate with direct supervisor and/or school staff on any duties as assigned related to job title and role
  • Always maintain a professional attitude and professional relationships with supervisors, departments, school administrators and staff, students, families, and community partners.

What do we require from you?
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in education, Child Development, Recreation, or related field required
  • Master's degree from an accredited college or university preferred

Required Experience, Knowledge and Abilities
Experience:
  • 3-5 years of experience with Extended Learning Program or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
  • Coordinator experience in a K-12 school setting is strongly preferred

Knowledge of:
  • Microsoft Suite: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
  • Principles of multi-tiered systems of support
  • Principles of adult learning and evaluation criteria for quality professional development
  • Student engagement strategies
  • Alignment with classroom instruction and grade-level standards
  • Family engagement strategies
  • Knowledge and experience working with partner organizations and their various funding structures
  • Budget preparation
  • Applicable research, evaluation, and assessment practices and guidelines
  • Integration of technology in support of extended day learning activities
  • Marketing of programs and services to families, school leaders, and community -based organizations
  • Principles, practices, methods and techniques applicable to management theory, organizational development, instructional design, management information systems, planning, and decision-making processes
  • Program compliance requirements for ELOP and ASES

Ability to:
  • Align with core characteristics required of every PUC employee: the pursuit of excellence, innovation, community, tenacity, and authenticity
  • Able to analyze qualitative and quantitative student data
  • Able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment

Skills/Experience
  • Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
  • Must be flexible and team-oriented
  • Bilingual in Spanish preferred
  • Strong work ethic, accountability, and ownership of work
  • Regular attendance, dependability, and punctuality in conformance with the standards are essential to the successful performance of this position

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Occasionally required to kneel, climb and reach with hands and arms above shoulder level, lift up to 30 pounds. To bend, sit, stand, squat, stoop, walk, push, pull, and reach with hands and arms at shoulder level or below. Always required to wear the appropriate safety equipment for the task, which may include gloves, goggles, aprons, belts, etc.
Compensation & Benefits:
  • This is a full-time exempt, salaried position
  • Our benefits include:
    • Comprehensive group health benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision and additional voluntary benefits
    • 403b Retirement Plan with an annual contribution match
    • Paid Time Off
    • Ongoing Professional Development

DISCLAIMER: This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of an incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of an incumbent. An incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job. Nothing in this position description changes the at-will employment relationship existing between the Institution and its employees.
PUC Schools is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.

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