Director of Auxiliary Programs

St Paul Academy And Summit School • St. Paul, MN

2d • $70,000 - $80,000

About The Position

St. Paul Academy and Summit School (SPA) seeks a dynamic, collaborative, and goal-oriented Director of Auxiliary Programs to drive the growth and success of our summer camp and auxiliary programs while developing and managing additional revenue-generating initiatives. The ideal candidate is a dynamic, team-oriented professional with both strategic vision and hands-on operational expertise, capable of seamlessly transitioning between high-level program development and day-to-day execution. Additionally, the ideal candidate is a highly organized, entrepreneurial, and enthusiastic leader who is trustworthy, confident, and adept at collaborating across teams to drive execution and achieve strategic goals. The Director of Auxiliary Programs will report to the Assistant Head of School and will be responsible for expanding SPA’s pre-K–12th grade auxiliary programming, including the Spartan Day Camp, Beyond the Classroom, enrichment camps, athletics camps, community events, weekend workshops, and co-curricular activities. This role will support the growth of other auxiliary revenue streams, including facility rentals. This role is ideal for a proactive and results-driven leader with a passion for youth programming, strategic growth, and financial sustainability.

Requirements

• experience as a strategic, entrepreneurial leader with a passion for youth programming and a commitment to operational excellence.
• A minimum of 2 years in a progressively responsible management role; 4-5 years of leadership in summer and/or auxiliary programs preferred
• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to think creatively, identify new opportunities and build programs that are innovative, mission-aligned, and financially sustainable.
• Deep knowledge of youth programming, including current trends, best practices, legal requirements, and risk management.
• Proven ability to develop and manage budgets effectively.
• Experience promoting programs through digital media, social platforms, and website content management.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively across departments and teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the design and execution of high-quality summer and auxiliary programs, including Spartan Day Camp, middle school afterschool, academic, enrichment, and athletic components.
• Develop and implement a strategic vision for summer and auxiliary programs that aligns with SPA’s mission and drives long-term, sustainable revenue growth.
• Evaluate, enhance, and expand program offerings – particularly summer programs – based on market demand, participant needs, and institutional goals.
• Build partnerships with community organizations, peer schools, and local providers to strengthen program offerings and visibility.
• Conduct ongoing assessments using feedback from families, participants, and staff to inform program improvements.
• Serve as “throughline” to elevate the school’s core programming by applying an entrepreneurial mindset that fosters a cohesive, 12-month business and academic approach.
• Develop, monitor, and manage budgets for all summer and auxiliary programs; set revenue goals and establish pricing strategies in partnership with the Director of Finance.
• Work closely and meet regularly with the Middle School Leadership and Student Life teams to assist with planning of assemblies, Affinity Groups, Special Interest Groups, and themed weeks.
• Organize and manage Middle School field trips and student retreats, after school care, as well as annual faculty chaperone duties.
• Supervise Wednesday morning care (7:30 am-8:30 am) and lunch recess duty.
• Collaborate with the Director of Communications and Marketing to implement an integrated marketing plan that promotes all summer and auxiliary offerings.
• Ensure that program information is effectively communicated across digital platforms, including the school website and social media.
• Coordinate closely with the Enrollment Office to identify and engage potential students.
• Recruit, hire, train, and supervise a team of seasonal and year-round auxiliary staff.

Benefits

• Benefits include a comprehensive health insurance plan through HealthPartners, Nice healthcare (a free virtual and in-person health plan), dental insurance, vision insurance, life and disability insurance, generous paid time off, and free lunch during the school year.
• The retirement plan is through TIAA and has a generous matching contribution.
• The School offers a robust program of professional development, career growth, and leadership opportunities.
• A sabbatical program is also available.
• Tuition remission is also available for children of employees as well as complimentary before and after-school care.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director