Douglas County School District·Lone Tree, Colorado
The Program Leader supports the Director in supervising children during various programs and unstructured activities. They are responsible for planning activities that promote skill development and ensuring the safety and well-being of all children.
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Job Posting Title: Substitute - Program Leader - BASE
Responsible for supporting the Director and Assistant Director in supervising children in various programs and unstructured activities. Develops and promotes good community relations among various community members and school clientele.
Each program leader must be at least eighteen (18) years of age, demonstrate ability to work with children, and must have completed at least one (1) of the following qualifications: a. Must have at least three (3) months (455 hours) of verified experience in the care and supervision of four (4) or more children over the age of four (4) who are not related to the individual; or, b. A current early childhood professional credential level I one (1) or higher in version 3.0 as determined by the Department based on its Early Childhood Professional Credential 3.0 Worksheet, found at https://www.coloradoshinespdis.com/s/about-the-ecpc?language=en_US. Position Specific Information (if Applicable):
--- Plans and implements program activities that provide children with opportunities to learn and develop skills, explore interests, and experience a sense of self-worth and belonging, and contribute to the community.
--- Utilizes positive techniques to support and guide behavior and promote respectful and cooperative interactions among children.
--- Ensures safety of children by providing sufficient and appropriate supervision and guidance of children at all times.
--- Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.
--- Builds healthy relationships with children by actively engaging with them, relating to them positively, and responding to their unique needs and interests.
Scheduled Hours Per Week: 0
$18.31 USD - $18.31 USD Hourly All salary amounts listed above are based on a full-time (1.0) FTE. If applicable, part-time salaries will be prorated according to the assigned FTE.
This position is eligible for voluntary 401(k), 403(b) and 457 retirement plans. Time Off Plans: This position is eligible for paid sick time. This position will be open until filled, but will not be open past: October 24, 2026
Market context
In Colorado, substitute program leader roles in BASE settings are often needed to cover before- and after-school schedules, so reliability and child supervision experience matter. These positions are competitive because candidates must meet age and credential or experience requirements, and the schedule can fit well with school-day hours. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your experience with children and credential status before applying.