Summer/After School Program Director - ServingSchools : Job Details

Join Our Team!Ellsworth School Department • Full Time K–12 After-School & Summer Programming

Are you passionate about student enrichment, community partnerships, and high-impact programming beyond the school day? TheEllsworth School Departmentis seeking amotivated and skilled Program Directorto lead our federally funded21st Century Community Learning Centers (CCLC)program. This is a unique opportunity to shape dynamic academic and enrichment opportunities for students ingrades K–12acrossEllsworth Elementary Middle SchoolandEllsworth High School—after school and throughout the summer. This is a full time position.

What You'll Do:

Design & Lead High-Quality Programs

• Collaborate withadministrators,educators and students to build engaging academic and enrichment offerings.
• Oversee daily operations of after-school and summer programs.
• Coordinate schedules, staffing, and logistics across K–12.

Support & Supervise Staff

• Recruit, onboard, and support a diverse team of instructors and staff.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and professional program culture.

Track Progress & Report Impact

• Monitor attendance and program participation.
• Evaluate effectiveness and prepare reports required by the grant.

Manage Budget & Ensure Compliance

• Oversee program budget and ensure alignment with federal grant guidelines.
• Maintain thorough documentation and records.

Engage with Community & Partners

• Build strong relationships with families, local organizations, and stakeholders.
• Represent the program at state and regional events and trainings.

Lead for the Future

• Develop strategies to promote, sustain, and grow the program.
• Pursue future funding opportunities and partnerships.

Applicants must hold a validMaine teachingcertificate, and a bachelor's degreeisrequired. Applicants must also have the following:

• Background in education, youth development, or program leadership
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Effective communication and collaboration skills

For further details, please contact Assistant Superintendent Nicole Chan [email protected].

Applicationswill be accepted until a suitable candidate is found.

Please submit letters of interest, resume, transcripts, application, certification, and three current letters of reference to:

Teresa Austin,Office of the Superintendent, Ellsworth School Department,11 Avery Lane, Ellsworth, Maine 04605

Or by email to:[email protected]

Ellsworth School Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer