Think Together

Overview: Executive Director, Programs Founded in 1997, Think Together partners with schools to change the odds for kids by providing award-winning programs during and outside the school day. We're one of California's largest nonprofits working in school districts from San Diego to San Francisco. Whether you're interested in early learning, elementary, middle or high school, you can invest in your community by working at a local school or working within our home office providing support! JOB SUMMARY: Reporting directly to the Area Vice President, the Executive Director of Programs plays a pivotal role in the effective implementation and management of programs in the area. This role ensures that all initiatives adhere to organizational standards and maintain high levels of fidelity within the designated area. This role's main responsibility is to ensure contract retention through the fidelity of program, operational implementation, and relationship cultivation. Additionally, this role is critical in the achievement of earning and realizing revenue goals for the area. This position requires a strategic leader who will oversee the execution of high-quality programs and lead a team of Program Delivery Managers to provide essential accountability, technical assistance, coaching, and support to field operations, thereby enhancing program effectiveness and addressing any emerging challenges. The Executive Director of Program will be the main relationship holder for District Liaisons on day-to-day program and operations, collaborating with Area Vice President and various departments to communicate contract changes and engage resources such as staffing, training, and finance. This role is also a key component in contract negotiations with the Partner and Customer Success team regarding existing District and Charter partners. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Leadership • Lead a team of Program Delivery Managers to effective implementation and management of programs at the site level, ensuring alignment with organizational standards and maintaining program fidelity within the designated area. • Participate in appropriate Expanded Learning Program meetings and activities sponsored by the CDE and the After School Regional Lead system ensuring Think Together is actively participating and represented across the system of support. • Set clear performance expectations for team members and hold them accountable for achieving program goals and adhering to organizational standards. • Foster the growth of leadership capabilities of Program Delivery Managers by providing targeted coaching, mentoring, and professional development opportunities. Program Quality & Operations • Ensure that program implementation and support is of excellent quality and in alignment with the Think Together Program Design and contractual obligations with partners. • Collaborate with the Director of Program Monitoring to deploy technical assistance and support to field operations, addressing challenges and optimizing program effectiveness and compliance with quality standards. • Work with various internal departments to communicate contract changes, and effectively manage resources such as staffing, training, and finance to support program needs. • Ensure implementation of strategic plans for program delivery, including setting objectives, monitoring progress, and making data-driven adjustments as needed. • Ensure that monitoring and evaluation of program performance is implemented and hold the Program Delivery Managers accountable to using metrics and feedback to identify areas for improvement and implement necessary changes to enhance program quality. • Ensure compliance with all relevant policies, regulations, and contractual obligations related to program implementation and management. • Ensure the Implementation and monitoring of performance improvement plans for underperforming team members, providing support and resources as needed to facilitate success. Partner Experience • Efficiently and Partner with Area Vice President to sustain and deepen customer experience within the area. • Serve as the primary point of contact for District Liaisons, managing day-to-day program and operational activities and ensuring smooth communication and coordination. • Participate in contract negotiations alongside the Partner and Customer Success team, managing relationships with existing District and Charter partners to ensure favorable terms and successful renewals. QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS: • Bachelor's degree (BA) in education, Business Administration, or related field; master's degree is preferred. • Minimum 6 years of experience in education, expanded learning, and/or non-profit sectors. • Minimum of 3 years leading contract negotiations and driving business growth goals. • At least 4 years of management experience with a record of accomplishment of effectively leading regional or multiple teams with outcomes-based performance of at least 300+ staff. • Experience in developing and executing local strategic plans aligned with broader organizational goals. • Budget experience managing a budget of over $10 million. OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES: • Maintain the highest degree of confidentiality. • Comply with organization policies and follow procedures. COMPUTER SKILLS: • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, and Teams • Experience with Salesforce preferred. COMPENSATION: Salary Range $120K-$135K This is the targeted compensation for the position. A range of factors, including but not limited to; location, skills, experience, will be considered. Actual compensation may vary. Think Together is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, religious creed, physical disability, mental disability, age for individuals age 40 and over, medical condition (as defined by state law (for example, cancer or genetic characteristics or HIV/AIDS), marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment.

Overview: Associate Director, Program Excellence Santa Maria Bonita USD Founded in 1997, Think Together partners with schools to change the odds for kids by providing award-winning programs during and outside the school day. We're one of California's largest nonprofits working in school districts from San Diego to San Francisco. Whether you're interested in early learning, elementary, middle or high school, you can invest in your community by working at a local school or working within our home office providing support! JOB SUMMARY: Reporting directly to the Executive Director of Programs, the Program Director will play a pivotal role in ensuring that all programs in the area are delivered with excellence and integrity. This role will specifically focus on attaining program quality and operational metrics and compliances. The Program Director will oversee and lead a team of Site Program Managers, ensuring they maintain strong relationships with school leadership, school support staff, students, staff, and families. Additionally, the Program Director will ensure Site Program Managers deliver high-quality Think Together programming aligned to support district and charter goals, deliverables, and expectations. This role involves strategic and effective oversight of program quality and operations, utilizing data-driven insights from various assessments and stakeholder feedback to drive continuous improvement. The Program Director will collaborate across departments to address contract changes and allocate resources effectively, while also focusing on developing and coaching their team to achieve their goals. The Program Director is ultimately responsible for each Site Program Manager to meet all program quality components, operational compliances, and contractual metrics/expectations at each site under their oversight. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Leadership Demonstrates, leads by example, and models a positive work environment. Oversee and ensure staff maintain strong relationships with school leadership and families. Holds team accountable for program delivery and operational implementation that adhere to organizational and contractual standards. Provides direction and accountability for the execution of high-quality programming, ensuring alignment with program designs and contracts set by district and charter partners. Immediate communication with Executive Director of Programs on any impacts to contract goals and expectations. Works collaboratively with internal departments to mobilize necessary resources such as staffing, compliance, and training needs. Develop, coach, and hold direct reports accountable to their individual and team goals, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement. Maintains a high-level of confidentiality and will not disclose any sensitive information or content related to staff, partners, program, students, families etc. Hold themselves and their leadership accountable to outcomes, culture, and partner experience. Program Quality& Operations Monitors, assesses, and ensures the success of the Think Together programs through strong and consistent accountability of meeting standards and goals. Spends a minimum of 85% of the time conducting site visits with the focus to strengthen program quality and operational requirements. Provides ongoing technical assistance supported with on-site and follow up coaching to Site Program Managers. Ensure implementation of a high-quality program incorporating Think Together-selected curricula, behavioral standards, policies, and procedures for ensuring quality content, student safety, and appropriate management practices. Ensures sustainability of all funding sources by complying with mandatory goals set forth by Think together, funding source, e.g., attendance targets (ADA), grants, etc. Meets with school administrators and site staff, at minimum once per month, to ensure program quality, alignment, and customer satisfaction. Foster effective working relationships with all stakeholders and attend school meetings as required for partnership and alignment with school day. Utilize program quality reports, Core Program Assessments, stakeholder surveys, and other metrics to make strategic decisions and develop action plans to enhance program delivery. Conduct daily site walks and monthly one-on-one meetings, monthly staff/team meetings and participate in field coaching to ensure program standards are met, alignment to goals, and staff performance are consistently met. Ensures all sites in their oversight earn/realize 100% of the ADA goals and services. Ensures all sites in their oversight meet Core Program Assessment goals and partner satisfaction goals. QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree (BA) in education or related field 4 years in a leadership role and supervisory position Strong communication, collaboration skills, and detail oriented Experience in managing a budget in a professional setting. Experience in leading, coaching, and developing a team of direct reports. Strong track record in leading teams to achieve results through accountability. COMPUTER SKILLS: Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, and Teams COMPENSATION: $95,000 Think Together is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, religious creed, physical disability, mental disability, age for individuals age 40 and over, medical condition (as defined by state law (for example, cancer or genetic characteristics or HIV/AIDS), marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment.

Overview: Associate Director, Program Excellence Santa Maria Bonita USD Founded in 1997, Think Together partners with schools to change the odds for kids by providing award-winning programs during and outside the school day. We're one of California's largest nonprofits working in school districts from San Diego to San Francisco. Whether you're interested in early learning, elementary, middle or high school, you can invest in your community by working at a local school or working within our home office providing support! JOB SUMMARY: Reporting directly to the Executive Director of Programs, the Program Director will play a pivotal role in ensuring that all programs in the area are delivered with excellence and integrity. This role will specifically focus on attaining program quality and operational metrics and compliances. The Program Director will oversee and lead a team of Site Program Managers, ensuring they maintain strong relationships with school leadership, school support staff, students, staff, and families. Additionally, the Program Director will ensure Site Program Managers deliver high-quality Think Together programming aligned to support district and charter goals, deliverables, and expectations. This role involves strategic and effective oversight of program quality and operations, utilizing data-driven insights from various assessments and stakeholder feedback to drive continuous improvement. The Program Director will collaborate across departments to address contract changes and allocate resources effectively, while also focusing on developing and coaching their team to achieve their goals. The Program Director is ultimately responsible for each Site Program Manager to meet all program quality components, operational compliances, and contractual metrics/expectations at each site under their oversight. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Leadership Demonstrates, leads by example, and models a positive work environment. Oversee and ensure staff maintain strong relationships with school leadership and families. Holds team accountable for program delivery and operational implementation that adhere to organizational and contractual standards. Provides direction and accountability for the execution of high-quality programming, ensuring alignment with program designs and contracts set by district and charter partners. Immediate communication with Executive Director of Programs on any impacts to contract goals and expectations. Works collaboratively with internal departments to mobilize necessary resources such as staffing, compliance, and training needs. Develop, coach, and hold direct reports accountable to their individual and team goals, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement. Maintains a high-level of confidentiality and will not disclose any sensitive information or content related to staff, partners, program, students, families etc. Hold themselves and their leadership accountable to outcomes, culture, and partner experience. Program Quality& Operations Monitors, assesses, and ensures the success of the Think Together programs through strong and consistent accountability of meeting standards and goals. Spends a minimum of 85% of the time conducting site visits with the focus to strengthen program quality and operational requirements. Provides ongoing technical assistance supported with on-site and follow up coaching to Site Program Managers. Ensure implementation of a high-quality program incorporating Think Together-selected curricula, behavioral standards, policies, and procedures for ensuring quality content, student safety, and appropriate management practices. Ensures sustainability of all funding sources by complying with mandatory goals set forth by Think together, funding source, e.g., attendance targets (ADA), grants, etc. Meets with school administrators and site staff, at minimum once per month, to ensure program quality, alignment, and customer satisfaction. Foster effective working relationships with all stakeholders and attend school meetings as required for partnership and alignment with school day. Utilize program quality reports, Core Program Assessments, stakeholder surveys, and other metrics to make strategic decisions and develop action plans to enhance program delivery. Conduct daily site walks and monthly one-on-one meetings, monthly staff/team meetings and participate in field coaching to ensure program standards are met, alignment to goals, and staff performance are consistently met. Ensures all sites in their oversight earn/realize 100% of the ADA goals and services. Ensures all sites in their oversight meet Core Program Assessment goals and partner satisfaction goals. QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree (BA) in education or related field 4 years in a leadership role and supervisory position Strong communication, collaboration skills, and detail oriented Experience in managing a budget in a professional setting. Experience in leading, coaching, and developing a team of direct reports. Strong track record in leading teams to achieve results through accountability. COMPUTER SKILLS: Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, and Teams COMPENSATION: $95,000 Think Together is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, religious creed, physical disability, mental disability, age for individuals age 40 and over, medical condition (as defined by state law (for example, cancer or genetic characteristics or HIV/AIDS), marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment.

Overview: Job Title: Program Leader Status: Part-Time Pay Rate: $23/hour Santa Maria Bonita USD Program Leaders work with an assigned group of students, student to staff ratio is contingent upon CDC guidelines. This is a part time, in-person position in districts and school site locations throughout California. Program Leaders act as a positive adult role model, coach, and mentor. Program Leaders must have a genuine interest in the growth, development, and provision of a safe and nurturing environment for the students they teach. A Program Leader's ability to establish authority and connections through leadership, communication, and most importantly patience, will be required in giving our students the stability and nurturing atmosphere they need to succeed. Ensuring that Think Together students reach their potential takes a tremendous amount of hard work, flexibility, and commitment. Responsibilities: Lead a group of students in an in-person setting, maintaining high standards for behavior and safety by implementing the Think Together four core agreements: Be safe. o Be respectful. o Be responsible. o Have fun. Serve as a positive adult role model for children in the program through appropriate dress, speech, and attitude. Create an engaging environment that fosters a sense of belonging that kids want to be in. Support students in making positive behavior choices and take disciplinary measures when appropriate. Identify student needs and communicate to Site Program Manager, teachers, school administration and parents, as appropriate. Participate in staff development In Person Learning: • Provide homework assistance, academic enrichment and physical activity using curriculum and materials provided by the program. • Work directly with a group of 20-25 students in a classroom setting, implementing classroom and behavior management strategies. • Assist daily with snack preparation, serving and clean up. • Assist in set up, break down, and ongoing maintenance to keep the school or community site clean and orderly. • Maintain student safety by taking roll and reviewing sign-in/sign-outs for students activities. Qualifications & Requirements: • High School Diploma or G.E.D. Required. • District-specific - 48 semester/60 quarter units and/or pass a pre-employment test. • Ability to speak and write Standard English appropriate in a public-school setting. • Must pass Live Scan (criminal background check via fingerprinting) • Provide negative TB Test dated within the last 3 years. • At least six months experience working with a group of 10 or more students in a classroom, afterschool, or recreation environment. • Advanced Math and English skills (K-8) • Excellent communication skills (Written and Verbal) • Support our English-learner population by being bi-literate (Spanish preferred) Think Together is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, religious creed, physical disability, mental disability, age for individuals age 40 and over, medical condition (as defined by state law (for example, cancer or genetic characteristics or HIV/AIDS), marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment.

Overview: Assistant Site Coordinator Status: Full Time Pay Rate: $24/hour Santa Maria Bonita USD The Assistant Site Coordinator's main function is to assist the Site Coordinator, and when needed, to perform as the program's visionary leader, ensuring quality service delivery. This role acts as a main point of contact for all stakeholders at the site level and therefore must act in accordance with the Expanded Learning program's purpose and outcomes at all times. Assistant Site Coordinators are also responsible for ensuring that the program at their site meets both Think Together compliance, as well as grant related requirements. The Assistant Site Coordinator works under the supervision of the Site Coordinator. Responsibilities: • Lead and/or assist in managing day-to-day operations of the expanded learning program. • Support with the supervision of program staff (Afterschool Youth Leaders, Athletic and/or Enrichment Instructors). • Lead and/or assist with conducting interviews, making hiring recommendations, taking disciplinary action, and evaluating staff. • Assist with providing training, guidance, and ongoing support to all program staff. • Serve as a role model by demonstrating professionalism. • Lead and/or assist in creating and organizing program schedule to include academic, recreation, and enrichment activities. • Plan, organize and participate in expanded learning program events and field trips. • Establish and maintain positive relationships, and communication with school personnel, Think Together staff, students and families regarding all aspects of student involvement in the expanded learning program. • Recruit students to ensure attendance outcomes are met on an annual basis per grant requirements. • Assist with student to staff ratio when necessary, facilitate classes and clubs as needed in absence of regularly assigned staff. • Monitor and enforce school and Think Together policies and procedures to provide a safe, respectful, and positive learning environment. • Invest in staff professional development by assisting the Site Coordinator in conducting classroom observations, assessing needs, engaging in coaching conversations and referring staff to training sessions, as needed. • Assist in conducting surveys for periodic program evaluations, including surveys of students, staff and parents. • Collect, review, approve and submit timesheets (as needed and/or assigned) by the specified deadlines. • Submit all required documentation on a timely basis, including attendance reports, snack counts, program schedules, enrollment & consent forms, monthly supply orders, and field trip forms, amongst others. • Represent the mission of Think Together and uphold all policies and procedures. • Attend and participate in agency and department required trainings. • Travel to off-site meetings and trainings. • Assist in maintaining accurate records (i.e., attendance, student enrollment & consent forms, staff sign-in sheets, etc.). • Assist in maintaining documentation relating to staff performance issues; provide guidance and ongoing support to staff as needed. • Disseminate agency and department level information to staff in a timely manner. • Adhere to workplace safety guidelines. • Assist with evaluating work site for safety concerns to minimize workplace injuries. • Make recommendations for workplace safety. • Must wear Think Together uniform while on duty. • Report workplace injuries via appropriate forms. • Perform other duties as assigned. Requirements: • High school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) required. Bachelor's degree preferred. Copy of diploma and/or degree will be requested, if hired. • Six months experience working with youth in a classroom or afterschool setting required. • Excellent communication skills (written and verbal). • Experience in a supervisory role required, preferably in an afterschool program or school setting. Background Checks/Testing: Must pass Live Scan (criminal background check via fingerprinting) Provide a clear TB test Think Together is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, religious creed, physical disability, mental disability, age for individuals age 40 and over, medical condition (as defined by state law (for example, cancer or genetic characteristics or HIV/AIDS), marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment.