Program Supervisor - Alameda County (TEMPORARY POSITION)

Who We Are 

Tandem, Partners in Early Learning is a nonprofit organization at the intersection of social justice and early childhood. Our mission is to co-create equitable, high-quality early learning experiences for children ages 0-5 that are tailored to community needs and draw from community strengths.  

We do this through our flagship book sharing program, StoryCycles, in over 800 Bay Area classrooms as well as through family and educator workshops, playgroups, book giveaways, and other initiatives alongside partner organizations throughout  Alameda, Contra Costa, and San Francisco counties. We prioritize work with communities disproportionately impacted by systemic oppression because we believe that investing in early learning is investing in equity. 

We are seeking a Temporary Program Supervisor to join our Alameda County team and provide coverage while our current supervisor is on parental leave.

Tandem is committed to building a diverse staff and strongly encourages applications from people of color, persons with disabilities, persons of all genders, and persons of all sexual orientations. Read more about our organizational values here.

Who You Are 

• Committed to social justice and education
• Well-versed in early childhood principles and best practices
• Experienced working with low-income communities of color in education and/or community programming in a management role
• Organized project manager, skilled at prioritizing tasks and managing competing demands
• Proactive and capable of taking initiative on independent projects
• Adept at facilitating workshops, playgroups, and/or public speaking
• Skilled in building partnerships with educators and communities
• Proficient in Zoom, MS-Office Suite, and G-Suite tools

What You’ll Do

The Program Supervisor is a key leadership role, responsible for planning and managing Tandem’s early learning programming in Alameda county. They are the primary point of contact liaising between Alameda program staff, other Tandem departments and county teams, community stakeholders, and partners.Specific Responsibilities Include:

• Team Management and Leadership
• Supervise program staff on the Alameda team.
• Collaborate with other program supervisors to coordinate cross-county programs. 
• Collaborate with the broader leadership team, to support planning and decision-making across the organization as a whole.
• Program Strategy and Management
• Identify and track goals, priorities, and opportunities for program growth based on a deep understanding of local issues, trends, and community needs in Alameda County.
• Develop and monitor work plans, timelines, and budgets for Alameda program initiatives
• Program Design and Delivery
• Support the team with implementation of programming such as read alouds, playgroups, and workshops or other community events as needed.
• Attend community meetings to maintain relationships with partner education agencies and community-based organizations as needed.
• Program Evaluation and Sustainability
• Maintain knowledge of deliverables and reporting requirements for Alameda County grants and contracts and ensure that they are met within the required timeframes. Support the Development Team by contributing data to Q1 reporting.
• Support required data collection, ensuring accurate, uniform use of surveys as required by funding partners

Tandem’s compensation package includes:

• The annual salary for this position is $75,000
• Paid holidays that fall within the duration of employment
• 40 hours paid sick time 
• Monthly stipend of $50 for phone and data charges

Work Hours and Location

This is a hybrid role. The person in this position will be expected to work as needed in the Oakland office as well as attend partner facing meetings and program events across Alameda County and occasionally in the broader Bay Area. This position also requires occasional attendance at events outside of regular business hours (typically no more than 10%). As a family-centered organization, we recognize people as whole human beings, and that our employees are also family and community members -- and we are committed to supporting flexible work schedules that help balance personal and job responsibilities.

This role requires:

• A valid California Driver’s License, satisfactory driving record, and access to an insured vehicle 
• Up-to-date immunizations (specifically COVID19, Measles and Pertussis as well as annual flu vaccinations and TB tests every 4 years).
• The ability to regularly sit for long periods, use a computer to create and update documents frequently; operate a motor vehicle and navigate roads; and lift and carry up to 35 pounds.
• A clear background history with no barriers to working with children.

Tandem’s compensation package includes:

• The annual salary for this position is $75,000
• Paid holidays that fall within the duration of employment
• 40 hours paid sick time 
• Monthly stipend of $50 for phone and data charges