Site Manager for Extended Learning in Washington, District of Columbia at Rocketship Public Schools
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Job Description
The Site Manager serves as the school-based leader responsible for the successful execution of before- and aftercare programming at their campus. Reporting directly to the Principal and serving as a member of the School Leadership Team, this role ensures that extended learning programming is safe, engaging, compliant, and aligned to student achievement goals and family needs.
The Site Manager is a 12-month position with year-round responsibility for extended learning programming, including staffing, enrollment, compliance, family communication, and coordination with school leaders and external partners. This role ensures full compliance with Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE) requirements, strong operational systems, and high-quality student experiences that extend learning beyond the traditional school day.
This role operates with both an operational and family-centered leadership lens, ensuring that extended learning programming supports student growth, family partnership, and overall school success.
Essential FunctionsThe Site Manager is deeply committed to the success of each Rocketeer, and the daily workload reflects that commitment. The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to the following:
Program Management & Implementation
Lead the day-to-day operations of before- and aftercare programming, as well as summer programming, aligned to Rocketship’s academic, enrichment, and family engagement priorities.
Ensure safe, structured, and engaging learning experiences that support student success, whole-child development, and strong family retention year-round.
Serve as the primary on-site leader during extended learning hours, overseeing staffing, student transitions, schedules, attendance, and daily program logistics.
Partner with school leadership to align tutoring, intervention, enrichment, and summer learning opportunities with student achievement goals and family needs.
Monitor student participation, attendance, and program readiness to drive continuous improvement and ensure successful school-year and summer program execution.
Serve as the primary point of contact for external enrichment partners and program vendors, ensuring strong collaboration, compliance, and high-quality program delivery.
Compliance, Licensing & Operational Excellence
Ensure compliance with all Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE) requirements for extended learning programs.
Maintain accurate and audit-ready records, including attendance, staffing ratios, licensing documentation, and required reporting.
Monitor adherence to health, safety, staffing, and licensing standards.
Support preparation for OSSE monitoring visits, audits, and compliance reviews.
Ensure all required staff credentials, trainings, and compliance documentation remain current and complete.
Partner with school operations and leadership teams to proactively address operational risks and ensure program sustainability.
Financial Management & Enrollment Support
Support management of extended learning budgets in alignment with OSSE funding requirements and school financial processes.
Track program expenses, allowable grant spending, and required documentation for compliance and reporting.
Partner with the Business Operations Manager to support forecasting, reconciliation, and fiscal accountability.
Monitor enrollment and participation trends to support program sustainability and family access.
Ensure expenditures align with program needs, compliance requirements, and student experience priorities.
Support tuition collection follow-up, billing coordination, and enrollment documentation where applicable.
Family Engagement & Cross-Functional Collaboration
Build strong relationships with families to support participation, satisfaction, and retention in extended learning programs.
Support enrollment goals and family participation for before- and aftercare programming.
Lead family-facing communication related to programming, schedules, expectations, and student support.
Address family concerns with professionalism, responsiveness, and a strong customer-service mindset.
Collaborate closely with Office Managers and the Business Operations Manager to ensure seamless enrollment, billing, and family communication processes.
Partner with school leaders to strengthen family trust, student support systems, and school-community relationships.
Team Leadership & Staff Engagement
Recruit, onboard, and supervise Rocketship extended learning staff, including part-time team members and school-based program staff.
Ensure strong staffing coverage and consistent program operations throughout the school year.
Set clear expectations for performance, professionalism, and student/family experience aligned to Rocketship’s values.
Provide coaching, feedback, and support to team members to ensure strong program execution and accountability.
Partner with the People Team and school leadership on staffing concerns, employee relations, and performance management as needed.
Ensure staff adherence to compliance requirements, safety expectations, and program quality standards.
Leadership Team Contribution
Serve as an active member of the School Leadership Team
Support school-wide operations, culture, and student experience initiatives.
Align extended learning programming with the school’s instructional priorities and family engagement goals.
Partner with the Principal and leadership team to strengthen student support systems and family engagement efforts.
Contribute to school-wide planning, problem-solving, and operational excellence as needed.
Support broader campus priorities and strategic initiatives that drive student success.
Bachelor’s degree required.
3+ years of experience in program management, education, youth development, or school operations.
Experience with compliance, budgeting, grant management, or school-based operations preferred.
Demonstrated ability to lead teams and manage operations in a fast-paced environment.
Experience with staff supervision, scheduling, and performance support preferred.
Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities with strong attention to detail and accountability.
Commitment to educational equity and alignment to Rocketship’s mission and values.
Rocketship Public Schools provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Rocketship Public Schools complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
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$75,000 - $85,000 a year