Applications Programming Manager manages teams and implements policies and procedures related to the design, analysis, testing, coding, and implementation of applications. Enhances operations by establishing metrics, analyzing processes, and implementing standard methodologies, tools, and best practices to ensure high-quality deliverables. Being an Applications Programming Manager reviews development proposals, projects, timelines, resources, and costs. Leads feedback processes for peer reviews, code reviews, and design reviews. Additionally, Applications Programming Manager establishes a performance culture by incorporating individual and team coaching and mentoring to achieve excellence. May manage outsourcing budgets, vendors, or off-shore resources. Typically requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent. Typically reports to a director. The Applications Programming Manager manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be an Applications Programming Manager typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Basic Functions :
Interact with children and other guests in a manner that is appropriate for their stage of development and model good early childhood practices for others.
Develop and implement long term sustainability of program
Organize family experiences at MSC
Plan and implement early childhood programming.
Supervise and empower part time staff and volunteers
Participate in the programmatic evaluation process
Develop and implement teacher training and curriculum support
Manage the Ready Set Go budget
Act as Manager on Duty for Kids Room and facilitate visitor experience at the Maryland Science Center
Attend training as directed by supervisor
Provide support to education department efforts
Other Duties as assigned
Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Interact with guests in a manner that is appropriate for their stage of development and model good early childhood practices for others.
Demonstrate appropriate interactions with young children and their adults. Be willing to play, be silly, and learn with visitors. Communicate with and guide adults according to best practices for adult learners.
2. Develop and implement long term sustainability of Ready Set Go program
Work to create systems to sustain and enrich the Ready Set Go early childhood outreach program. Build and maintain strong relationships with Head Start and early childhood program partners. Ensure meaningful and high-quality service that meets the needs of children, educators, and families alike.
3. Organize family experiences at MSC
Create meaningful and engaging experiences for young children and their caregivers at Maryland Science Center.
4. Plan and implement early childhood programming.
Develop and lead high quality early childhood activities according to standards for program development and current goals and guidelines. Activities include both high quality guest engagement at Maryland Science Center, and outreach classroom programing for an early childhood audience.
5. Supervise and empower part time staff and volunteers
Engage staff in activities, provide ideas and support to further understanding of early childhood development. Empower staff to be excellent representatives of Maryland Science Center in the community. Support outreach staff through observation and professional development as needed. Supervise and support part-time Kids Room staff as needed.
7. Participate in the programmatic evaluation process
Continually assess, maintain, and improve internal and outreach programming, materials and equipment. Ensure that guests are always met with high quality materials and experiences. Work with staff, Head Start participants, and outside evaluators to create a comprehensive and ongoing evaluation process.
8. Develop and implement teacher training and curriculum support
Become an associated MSED approved trainer for Maryland Science Center. Match curriculum to teacher training opportunities. Create and present at least one new MSDE approved Early Childhood Educator Professional Development course per year. Manage and file information to maintain state approval.
9. Manage the Ready Set Go budget
Purchase and maintain early childhood outreach and teacher P.D. supplies and equipment. Schedule part-time staff. Maintain and set budgets to meet the needs of the Ready Set Go Program.
10. Act as Manager on Duty for Kids Room and facilitate visitor experience at the Maryland Science Center
Support Kids Room part time staff and attend to the needs of the Kids Room Exhibit as Manager on Duty when Greet, engage and assist visitors answer questions as needed. Observe, monitor and maintain safe practices.
11. Attend training and complete reading as directed by supervisor.
Work towards a better understanding of early childhood development and age appropriate activities through workshop attendance and independent reading.
12. Provide support to education department efforts
Work with department staff in the development and implementation of programmatic and grant related initiatives.
13. Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of:
Stages of Early Childhood Development
Abilities and expected behaviors of young children
Appropriate language and actions for interactions with young children and adults
Basic science
Appropriate curriculum for young children and adult learners
Skills:
Excellent interpersonal and written communication
Excellent organizational skills
Curriculum development for early childhood and adult audiences
Stamina
Patience
Ability to:
Speak in front of and children and adults individually and in groups
Provide excellent guest service and ensure the same from staff
Remain imperturbable and composed in all situations
Take initiative
Utilize creativity
Evaluate staff and volunteers
Evaluate programming against content standards
Manage on-site and especially outreach staff
Create and maintain schedules to meet program partner and staff needs
Act as an ambassador for early childhood STEAM education in the community
Positions Supervised: part time staff and volunteers
Supervision Received: Director of Education with support of the Kids Room Manager as appropriate
Education: BA/BS in Early Childhood Education, Education, Science or a related field, from accredited university
Experience: Designing curriculum; working with adult audiences; experience working with underserved audiences. At least four years working in an early childhood environment. Classroom experience with early childhood students highly preferred. Two years of program management, with supervisory experience strongly preferred.
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other related duties as assigned.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $40,040.00 - $43,680.00 per year
Benefits:
Ability to Relocate:
Work Location: In person
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