Applications Programming Manager jobs in Pierre, SD

Aberdeen & Edgewood, Maryland

The MISSION of The EPICENTER is to Empower people, Strengthen Families
and Build a sense of Community and Trust in Edgewood & Aberdeen.

Purpose of the Position: This position will provide supervision and care for the needs of children
attending the EPICENTER’s children's programs including but not limited to our Zone Program (Before
& After School) and Camp EPIC. This position will work closely with and under the supervision of the
EPICENTER Site Director, in collaboration with the Director of Children’s Programming and is
ultimately responsible to the EPICENTER Board of Directors.

Personal Abilities and Competencies
Leadership Skills: Able to establish a positive learning environment, demonstrates strong

often compromise the effectiveness of our mission, so we give our best in all things and hold
ourselves to high standards.

• Organization: Skilled in prioritizing tasks, efficiently managing time and resources with great

• Computer Literacy: Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Microsoft Word, Outlook

• Communication: Skilled in written and verbal communication when teaching children,

• Heart for the Community: This person needs to present a positive attitude, care for the welfare of

Job Qualifications
Must meet the COMAR requirements to qualify as a Child Care Teacher in a school age center:

• 19 years or older
• Hold a High school diploma or high school equivalence or have successfully completed

• Completed 3 clock hours of approved training in Americans with Disabilities Act compliance
• Within 90 days complete approved Basic Health and Safety training

• 400 hours of experience working with school-age children in an approved setting,

• 1 year of college or a combination of experience and college together that are

• Hold a bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, elementary education, special

• Any academic subject and has 1800 hours of experience working with school aged children

• Has qualified as a child care teacher in a school aged center before July 1, 2008 and has

• Is certified to teach by the department of education of any other state to teach K-8th grade

Primary Responsibilities
Establish and maintain a safe and nurturing environment focusing on the children’s emotional,

answer student questions, provide proper examples, emotional support, a friendly attitude, and
general guidance.

• Collaborate in the planning and implementation of a daily program which will meet the needs

• Maintain program standards of student behavior needed to achieve effective participation in

• Maintain a clean and organized environment for students
• Monitor individuals or small groups of students assigned to the program; assure student

understanding of program rules and procedures; maintain appropriate order and student
conduct.

• Follow the disciplinary structure of the program, make administration aware of any discipline

• Actively engage with students throughout all program activities
• Check to make sure that homework is done and help student’s keep track of their belongings.
• Immediately report any injuries or illnesses to the director.
• Support Director of Children’s Programming and/or Site Director in special projects/other areas

as assigned.

Hours:
School Year: Monday - Friday 6:30 - 9:00 AM & 3:00 - 6:00 PM
Summer: Monday - Friday Flexible hours between 6:30 AM - 5:30 PM

Up to 30 hours per week, non-exempt, flexible schedule, must submit a timesheet bi-weekly.
Select Holidays The EPICENTER will remain closed and employees are paid the daily average hours
actually worked during the two most recent pay periods.