What are the responsibilities and job description for the Kaleidoscope Program Manager position at Atlanta International School?
About Our School
Atlanta International School (AIS) unites students, educators, and families from Atlanta and around the world with a shared mission: to develop courageous leaders who shape their world for the better.
Our community represents 90 nationalities and over 60 languages. Starting in August 2025, AIS’s Upper School will span two campuses: the Buckhead Campus for Grades 3K-12 day students and the Sandy Springs Campus for Grades 9-12 day and boarding students.
This dynamic, inclusive environment gives AIS its unique energy—a place where students, educators, and families thrive, innovate, and belong. As an International Baccalaureate (IB) continuum school from 3K to Grade 12, we offer the PYP, MYP, DP, and CP, with additional flexibility through AISx. This unique program is tailored for pre-professional students in athletics, entertainment, entrepreneurship, and more. AISx partners with Mouratoglou Tennis Academy and the Atlanta United Youth Team and holds Athlete Friendly Educational Center (AFEC) accreditation.
Our engaging and comprehensive academic programs develop internationally minded, critical thinkers who excel at connecting complex knowledge to create innovative solutions. At AIS, students experience a world-class education within a diverse, multicultural, and multilingual community that prepares them for meaningful, global impact.
Job Purpose
The Kaleidoscope Program Manager is responsible for supervising, organizing, and promoting the after-school and summer programs for 3K - Grade 5 students at Atlanta International School.
Work Hours: Monday–Friday, 10:30 AM–6:30 PM
Department: Auxiliary Programs and Services
Reports to: Kaleidoscope Coordinator
AIS CORE VALUES BASED COMPETENCIES
Program Leadership
AIS is an equal opportunity employer. We are a diverse community of professionals that broadly reflects the people of the metropolitan Atlanta area and the United States at large. We aim to align our hiring process with our mission and institutional goals. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion or religious practices, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, ability status, military status, unemployment status or any other category protected by applicable local, state, or federal laws. AIS takes affirmative action in support of its policy to employ and advance all qualified candidates.
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Atlanta International School (AIS) unites students, educators, and families from Atlanta and around the world with a shared mission: to develop courageous leaders who shape their world for the better.
Our community represents 90 nationalities and over 60 languages. Starting in August 2025, AIS’s Upper School will span two campuses: the Buckhead Campus for Grades 3K-12 day students and the Sandy Springs Campus for Grades 9-12 day and boarding students.
This dynamic, inclusive environment gives AIS its unique energy—a place where students, educators, and families thrive, innovate, and belong. As an International Baccalaureate (IB) continuum school from 3K to Grade 12, we offer the PYP, MYP, DP, and CP, with additional flexibility through AISx. This unique program is tailored for pre-professional students in athletics, entertainment, entrepreneurship, and more. AISx partners with Mouratoglou Tennis Academy and the Atlanta United Youth Team and holds Athlete Friendly Educational Center (AFEC) accreditation.
Our engaging and comprehensive academic programs develop internationally minded, critical thinkers who excel at connecting complex knowledge to create innovative solutions. At AIS, students experience a world-class education within a diverse, multicultural, and multilingual community that prepares them for meaningful, global impact.
Job Purpose
The Kaleidoscope Program Manager is responsible for supervising, organizing, and promoting the after-school and summer programs for 3K - Grade 5 students at Atlanta International School.
Work Hours: Monday–Friday, 10:30 AM–6:30 PM
Department: Auxiliary Programs and Services
Reports to: Kaleidoscope Coordinator
AIS CORE VALUES BASED COMPETENCIES
- Commitment to Growth – Seeks continuous self-improvement
- Collaborative Teamwork – Builds strong, supportive relationships
- Adaptability – Maintains flexibility and openness to change
- Inclusivity – Actively welcomes and engages diverse perspectives
- Empathy – Shows compassion and understanding toward others
- Intercultural Communication – Communicates effectively across cultures
- Bias Awareness – Recognizes and mitigates personal biases
- Task Prioritization – Manages time and tasks efficiently
- Accountability – Takes responsibility for actions and outcomes
- Constructive Conflict Resolution – Resolves conflicts in a restorative way
Program Leadership
- Create and maintain a positive, safe, and inclusive environment for all students
- Supervise and support staff in implementing curriculum and managing behavior
- Collaborate on recruitment, hiring, training, and evaluation of program staff
- Oversee and ensure accurate daily attendance and incident reporting
- Plan, document, and model best practices in child care and classroom management
- Manage daily operations and ensure smooth execution of programming
- Lead regular team meetings to review expectations, lesson plans, and provide staff support
- Communicate program updates and important information to families in-person and via email
- Set and work toward annual SMART goals as part of the school’s professional development process
- Conduct an annual self-appraisal and gather feedback based on established performance indicators
- Uphold ethical, legal, and professional standards while pursuing continuous learning
- Maintain visibility and approachability with staff, families, and other stakeholders
- Communicate clearly and effectively to promote understanding and support for auxiliary programs
- Ensure timely distribution of program information to staff and families
- Minimum of five years of experience working with children in a structured educational setting
- Demonstrated leadership and organizational skills within an educational context
- Experience in planning and delivering programming for children in grades 3K–5
- Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
- Ability to adapt in a dynamic environment and work collaboratively with a diverse team
- Committed to maintaining confidentiality and professionalism
- A sense of humor and a passion for nurturing learning beyond the classroom
AIS is an equal opportunity employer. We are a diverse community of professionals that broadly reflects the people of the metropolitan Atlanta area and the United States at large. We aim to align our hiring process with our mission and institutional goals. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion or religious practices, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, ability status, military status, unemployment status or any other category protected by applicable local, state, or federal laws. AIS takes affirmative action in support of its policy to employ and advance all qualified candidates.
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