Spark Site Director Trainee Professional Development

Spark Site Director Trainee

Position Type: Non‑Exempt Hourly, Full‑Time

Hours: Monday–Friday 6:15‑8:30 am, 3:30‑6:00 pm (Wednesday 2:00‑6:00 pm), plus flexible office time.

Start Pay: $20.00 /hour (based on experience)

• Organized and energetic
• Enjoys working with children and families to provide a safe, diverse, and enriching environment
• Team player who seeks to develop leadership, guidance, orientation, feedback, and support skills to manage staff

The Millard Public Schools Foundation’s mission is to make a positive impact in the lives of MPS students, teachers, and families by supporting an innovative, world‑class educational community.

Core values:
Integrity, Mission‑Driven, Innovative, Gets Things Done, Positive.

As a member of the Spark team you will work in Millard elementary schools during the school year, with responsibilities including:

• Greeting families and children daily, maintaining welcoming and informative spaces
• Implementing and supervising planned activities and field trips for school‑day and non‑school‑day operations
• Managing site ratios and staff scheduling
• Communicating with families and colleagues, maintaining confidentiality, and upholding program policies and procedures
• Participating in activities with children in various weather conditions

• Sincere desire and interest in working with children
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Leadership skills to train and provide ongoing staff support
• Strong organizational skills for documentation, paperwork, payroll processes, and in‑service requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education, Early Childhood Education, related area, or equivalent work experience
• Minimum of two years verifiable field experience working directly with children
• Meets requirements for Director Position outlined in DHHS Licensing Handbook
• Willing to complete 16 hours of annual training including CPR/First Aid Certification, Pediatric CPR and First Aid, and Prepare to Care trainings
• Ability to react and move quickly, indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions, and fully participate in activities with children

• An inclusive, passionate, and fun work environment
• Great potential for personal and professional growth in childcare
• An industry‑competitive wage and a full benefits package including 403(b), medical, dental, vision, FSA, life insurance, EAP, tuition reimbursement, and free child care

Compensation Details: 20‑21