Director of Auxiliary Programs

Description

At The Mount Vernon School, students are empowered to discover, explore, learn, design, create, and effect change. With a commitment to Identity, Diversity, Equity, and Action (IDEA), we welcome the opportunity to engage in honest, vulnerable, and courageous conversations that challenge our biases and assumptions. Our goal is to design a better world, so we choose to equip students with the knowledge, skills, attributes, and relationships they need to be impact-ready.

The Team

With a belief that students learn through play, The Extended Play Team provides incredible opportunities for Mount Vernon students outside the typical 8:00 am - 3:00 pm school day. From dozens of Playmaker Offerings, to Extended Day/Play from 3:00 - 6:00 pm, to incredible summer camps and day camps for faculty kids, this team designs and executes engaging experiences with a focus on safety and customer service that mirrors the mission and vision of the organization. 

The Role

The high-performing position of Director of Auxiliary Programs plays a strategic leadership role in advancing the mission of the School. Ideal candidates will have a passion for creating exciting and innovative programming, while demonstrating the skills to run programs, schedule and train staff, hire team members, and work directly with vendors. Extended Play teachers also support the school day experience for students and teachers as well as lead the after-school experience. This role reports to the Head of Lower Campus and coordinates with Extended Play and PlayMaker Programs staff on both campuses. Daily on-campus hours for this role are 10:00 am - 6:00 pm. 

Daily on-campus hours for this role are 10:00 am - 6:00 pm. 

Responsibilities

• Design and execute existing auxiliary programs, including PlayMaker, Extended Play, summer programs, and Faculty Kids Camp,  in coordination with various departments/teams
• Supervise and provide training/professional development for Extended Play faculty and staff
• Be familiar with and cascade NAEYC Accreditation Standards, Bright from the Start licensing standards, and the School’s strategic plan to team members
• Create and maintain all records as required by the School

Core Competencies 

• Demonstrates quality, accuracy, and professionalism
• Ability to cultivate relationships of trust through respectful and affirming environments 
• Culturally proficient & equity literate
• A track record of giving high-quality, responsive feedback 
• Proficiency in Google Suite & Mac/Apple OS

Requirements

• Relevant Bachelor’s degree or equivalent administrative experience, preferably in education
• Ability to build, coach, and manage a team
• Strong knowledge of Preschool,  Lower School, & Middle School child development/standards of care 
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Proven ability to multi-task 
• Ability to proactively troubleshoot problems and ask questions for clarification 
• NAEYC & Bright from the Start certification/experience (preferred)

Start Date | June/July 2025

This job description is intended to describe the basic elements of the job and should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. This job description does not constitute a contract. It may be modified or amended at any time as determined in the School’s discretion.

The faculty and staff of The Mount Vernon School believe the fair and equitable treatment of employees is critical to fulfilling its mission and purpose. It is the policy of The Mount Vernon School to conduct business and provide equal employment opportunity to all persons without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.