Before & Aftercare Program Manager

Company Description

Position Overview:

At KIPP St. Louis, we believe that every moment in a child's day is an opportunity for growth, engagement, and joy. Our Before & After Care Program extends learning beyond the school day, providing a safe, structured, and enriching environment where students can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

The Program manager is responsible for the vision, strategy, and execution of our Before & After Care programming across KIPP St. Louis schools. This leader ensures that our extended learning time is not just a service, but a high-quality, equity-centered program that aligns with KIPP’s commitment to educational excellence, inclusion, and student success. The Program manager will oversee curriculum development, staff supervision, program operations, and family engagement while maintaining a strong focus on continuous access for all students.

This role reports directly to the Vice President of Equity, ensuring that Before & After Care aligns with KIPP St. Louis' broader equity initiatives by eliminating barriers to participation, fostering a sense of belonging, and implementing culturally responsive practices.

Who we are: KIPP St. Louis is a part of a national network of free, open-enrollment, public charter schools offering a choice to families and children in St. Louis city. As the largest charter school system in the city, we are driven and committed to our mission, vision, and equity statement.

Mission: Together with families and communities, we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose—college, career, and beyond—so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world.

Vision: Every child grows up free to create the future they want for themselves and their communities.

KIPP St. Louis currently educates over 2,000 students and at full growth, we will educate nearly 3,600 students and hundreds of alumni. Today, our St. Louis network consists of two middle schools, three elementary schools, and a high school.

Job Description

12 month, Exempt; Grant funded

What you will do:

Program Leadership & Strategy: 

• Design, implement, and oversee a best-in-class Before & After Care program that integrates academic enrichment, social-emotional learning, and recreational activities.

• Establish and maintain high expectations for program culture, ensuring it is inclusive, identity-affirming, and reflective of KIPP’s commitment to equity.

• Assess program effectiveness through data analysis and stakeholder feedback, making equity-driven improvements as needed.

Curriculum & Enrichment Development: 

• Develop and implement a robust curriculum that supports homework completion, literacy and numeracy reinforcement, STEM exploration, and social-emotional skill-building.

• Partner with school-based leadership to align programming with grade-level priorities and KIPP’s broader academic and culture goals.

• Ensure activities are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate, and designed to engage diverse learners.

Staff Supervision & Professional Development: 

• Recruit, hire, train, and coach a high-performing team of Site Supervisors and Activity Specialists.

• Provide ongoing professional development, with a focus on culturally responsive teaching, restorative practices, and trauma-informed approaches.

• Foster a culture of continuous learning, inclusivity, and equity-centered leadership among program staff.

Operational Excellence & Safety Compliance:

• Oversee daily operations to ensure smooth program delivery, including attendance tracking, student transitions, and facility management.

• Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure a safe, supportive, and accessible environment for all students.

• Manage program budgets, schedules, and resource allocation to maximize efficiency and expand access for historically marginalized students.

• Collaborate with ARCHS to ensure full compliance with all financial and operational requirements, including budget oversight, grant reporting, and resource allocation to maximize program sustainability and effectiveness.

• Conduct regular site visits with ARCHS to ensure all program sites meet compliance standards set by ARCHS and state mandates, addressing any identified gaps and implementing corrective action plans as needed.

Family & Community Engagement: 

• Build strong relationships with families, ensuring they feel informed,