Program Director - Summer Discovery Full Day (Internal Applicants Only)

Program Director, Summer Discovery Full Day (Internal Applicants Only)

Salary: To be determined

Reports to: Central Office Administrator

Bargaining Unit: N/A

Position Summary: Directly oversee summer school, facilitate development, implementation, and advancement of curricular, instructional, and personnel functions of summer school in an effort to continually improve student performance. On-site administration for the operation of school programs, personnel, and facilities. Assigns summer school personnel. Supervises summer school staff members. Observes the in-class performance of summer school teachers and confers/consults with them regarding student development and progress. Oversees afternoon enrichment activities and vendor staff.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must possess and provide evidence of a master's degree, inclusive of 20 semester hours in School Administration, Supervision, Curriculum, and School Finance.
• In the absence of the School Finance coursework, the candidate must show demonstrated experience developing and managing staff and operating budgets.
• Proficient in PowerSchool and can lead the scheduling components of Summer Learning.
• Must possess and provide evidence of a valid Michigan Teacher Certificate.
• Must possess and provide evidence of a State of Michigan Administrator Certification.
• A minimum of five (5) years of certified contract teaching experience with a demonstrated proficiency at or above the performance at the secondary level.
• Leadership or supervisory experience required.
• Must possess in-depth knowledge of curriculum and instruction, adult and child learning theory.

Program Dates:

• K-8 Ballmer and High School Credit Recovery: June 22 - July 24, 2026 (no programming on July 4th)
• ESE Center Based Schools (200 Day & ESY): July 6 - August 7, 2026

Work Hours (Monday-Friday):

• K-8 Ballmer K-8: 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
• High School Credit Recovery: 7:30 am - 1:30 pm
• ESE Sites: Hours follow the 200-Day Program and ESY schedule

Mandatory In-Person Ballmer Summer Discovery Spring Convening (All Sites):

• April 15th 9am-4pm

Mandatory Virtual Trainings (K–8 Ballmer & HS Credit Recovery):

• RISE Programming Foundations & Curriculum: Wednesday, May 19 at 12 pm
• RISE Assessment Training (Part 2): Friday, May 29 at 12 pm

Mandatory Professional Development & Planning:

• K-8 and Credit Recovery: June 15 - June 18, 2026
• ESE Center Based Schools: June 30 - July 2, 2026

Special Note: All applicants must apply through the online application system. Only applications submitted through the online application system will be considered for the position. All applicants are to submit a letter of interest as an additional attachment, including current job classification and work location.

Method Of Application: Applicants must apply through the online application system. Only applications submitted through the online application system will be considered for any posted position, and all applications require a resume to be considered. Applicants requesting assistance during the application process should contact the Office of Human Resources via at or phone at . DPSCD does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, and/or religion. Contact the Civil Rights Coordinator for more information at or detroitk12.org/compliance.

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