Assistant Director of Homeschool

About STEM School Highlands Ranch

At STEM School Highlands Ranch, we place innovation at the heart of learning to unleash the potential of all students and prepare them for an exponentially changing world. As a K-12 public charter school in the Douglas County School District, we are committed to creating an environment that fosters respect, success, and continuous improvement. We welcome you to join us in our mission to redefine limits and unleash potential. 

Our Core Values:

Prioritize Students – Every decision we make is focused on ensuring students thrive, lead, and succeed. The community that surrounds students exists for the purpose of their growth and development.

Build a Strong Community – We are more than a school, we are a community. We all have equal value and seek to encourage each other to maximize our unique strengths, gifts, and passions. The true power of a charter school is in the strength of its community.

Do Right, Always – Honesty, trust, and ethical decision-making guide our actions, fostering respect, accountability, and a safe environment, even in challenging circumstances or when recognition is absent.

Embrace Innovation – Never Stop Innovating. Innovation thrives on continuous growth, bold problem-solving, and a willingness to push boundaries, transforming ideas into meaningful progress.

Take Steady Steps – We play the long game with people and projects by implementing strategic planning, clear communication, systems and process, ample resources, and appropriate pacing - setting a strong foundation for a supportive environment for our community to thrive.

Lead With Care – Dedicated to making a difference through personal ownership, care, and compassion, creates lasting impact in our students, colleagues, and community.

Elevate the Standard – A commitment to continuous growth, where skills are refined, applied, and adapted to achieve the highest standards and empower everyone to reach their fullest potential.

Laugh Together – Having fun makes the team work! Creating an environment where joy is encouraged. Strengthens our teams, fosters a positive culture, and fuels creativity, making everyone feel valued, energized, and motivated to contribute.

Benefits:

STEM School Highlands Ranch offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance (available on the 1st of the following month).
• Short-term, long-term disability, life, and ADD insurance (available six months from hire date).
• Retirement benefits including PERA pension and 401K employee-only contribution managed through Colorado’s PERA program.
• Other benefits include FSA (medical and dependent care), Pet Insurance, Sick Time, and PTO based on years of service

Position Summary:

The Assistant Director of Homeschool plays a vital role in supporting the daily operations, family engagement, and continued growth of the Homeschool Enrichment Program. Working collaboratively with the Homeschool Director, this individual provides operational leadership, supports students and staff, and ensures a welcoming, organized, and engaging learning environment for homeschool families.

The Assistant Director oversees essential program operations, including family communication, enrollment coordination, student supervision, resource management, and program promotion. This individual helps maintain the integrity of the homeschool program while identifying opportunities to strengthen family relationships, increase enrollment, and support the school's commitment to innovative, high-quality educational experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily program operations, including front desk management, student attendance procedures, family check-in and check-out, and coordination of daily activities.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for homeschool families, responding to parent phone calls, emails, questions, and concerns in a timely and professional manner.
• Develop and distribute a weekly homeschool newsletter, communicating program highlights, upcoming events, important announcements, and opportunities for family engagement.
• Manage and monitor enrollment procedures, ensuring all required documentation, registration processes, and established protocols are completed accurately and consistently.
• Coordinate the ordering, organization, and distribution of instructional materials, classroom supplies, and program resources while maintaining awareness of budget expectations.
• Provide student supervision and support during lunch, recess, transitions, and other designated activities, ensuring a safe, positive, and supportive environment.
• Address student behavioral and disciplinary concerns using appropriate interventions, restorative practices, and established school policies while maintaining consistent communication with families and the Homeschool Director.
• Maintain the integrity of the Homeschool Enrichment Program by supporting consistent implementation of program expectations, operational procedures, educational philosophy, and organizational values.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to identify operational needs, resolve day-to-day challenges, and ensure a positive experience for students and families.
• Develop, coordinate, and facilitate homeschool preview days, informational sessions, and recruitment events to introduce prospective families to the program and increase enrollment.
• Support the enrollment and retention of homeschool families by developing positive relationships, providing exceptional customer service, and ensuring a welcoming experience for new and returning families.
• Manage homeschool social media communications, creating and sharing engaging content that highlights student experiences, promotes program opportunities, and increases awareness of the Homeschool Enrichment Program in accordance with school policies.
• Monitor enrollment inquiries, preview day participation, and family engagement to identify opportunities for program improvement and continued growth.
• Collaborate with the Homeschool Director to ensure program operations align with applicable Colorado Department of Education requirements, organizational policies, and established procedures.
• Assist in coordinating special events, family engagement opportunities, and other program activities that strengthen the homeschool community.
• Demonstrate sound judgment, confidentiality, and professionalism when addressing student, family, and staff concerns.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Educational Leadership, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• Experience working in an educational setting, school administration, homeschool enrichment program, or related youth-serving organization.
• Demonstrated ability to manage daily operations, coordinate multiple responsibilities, and maintain effective organizational systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to develop positive and professional relationships with students, families, and staff.
• Experience supporting student behavior management, conflict resolution, and positive school culture.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently while collaborating with a leadership team.
• Proficiency with digital communication platforms, student information systems, newsletters, and social media.
• Experience with student enrollment, recruitment, event planning, or community outreach preferred.
• Understanding of homeschool enrichment programming and Colorado education requirements preferred.
• Commitment to student safety, confidentiality, professionalism, and the mission of STEM School Highlands Ranch.

Essential Physical Requirements:

• Occasional lifting of 5 to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand or walk for 90 minutes.
• Ability to run short distances.
• Frequent bending, stooping, walking, standing, kneeling, crawling, squatting, reaching, and sitting.

This position will be open until filled, but will not be open past: November 13, 2026.