B.A.S.E. Programs
Education Administrator
Meet Emily Dutcher, Program Director, who tells us all about her role with B.A.S.E. Programs at Ivey Ranch Elementary School, an expanded learning program that provides quality enrichment opportunities to elementary aged students during non-school hours. A Program Director must work well under pressure, think creatively, and must be great at multitasking. Some duties as a program director may include assisting in the preparation and implementation of monthly lesson plans, leading a class in age appropriate lessons, coordination with school faculty, and providing quality interaction with students, teachers and parents. This is an excellent position for a recent graduate and/or someone desiring a career in education. Common Skills Needed: Active listening, coordination, critical thinking, monitoring, and reading comprehension.
CAREER SNAPSHOT
AVERAGE WAGE
$40,000 - $60,000/yr
*This figure represents the median wage for this career in San Diego County and not the wages of any specific interviewee
OUTLOOK
Warm
This career has a stable demand. There may not be rapid growth, but employers are expected to continue hiring for these roles
INDUSTRY
Education
The massive, global network of schools, technology, organizations, and people dedicated to teaching, learning, and skill development.
EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES
CSU San Marcos
Child and Adolescent Development (CHAD)
Palomar College
Child Development & Education Department
MiraCosta College
Child Development
CAN California AfterSchool Network
CAN California AfterSchool Network
Is This Career Right For YOU?
What are the top traits for this career?
Social
You enjoy helping, teaching, or supporting others
Enterprising
You like leading projects, persuading others, and taking initiative
Conventional
You like figuring out how things work and analyzing situations to find solutions