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Learning Program Manager jobs on OPT sit at the intersection of instructional design, stakeholder management, and organizational development. Most roles require a bachelor's degree in education, HR, or a related field, and STEM OPT extensions are available when the position falls under a qualifying CIP code.
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The Program Coordinator works as part of a team made up of the Early Learning, Child Development & Education Director, Group Supervisors, Assistant Group Supervisors, Administrative Assistant, and Cook. They ensure the coordination of quality program (in particular, PA Early Learning Standards, NAEYC (National Association of the Education of Young Children) and/or Keystone STARS requirements, as well as CACFP (Child and Adult Care Food Program)) for all age groups in the Early Learning, Child Development & Education Programs. Coordination responsibilities will include in classroom instruction/teaching (as needed), administrative coordination tasks (regular/ongoing), across Toddler age childcare classrooms and Pre-K Counts classrooms, and community engagement (regular/ongoing).
Qualifications
Candidates must meet one of the following qualifications:
- An associate degree from an accredited college or university, including 30 credit hours in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field and three years of experience with children. OR
- An associate degree from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field and two years of experience with children. OR
- A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university including 30 credit hours in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field and one year of experience with children. OR
- A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field.
- A Serve Safe Certification
Desired Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- Demonstrated knowledge of PA Early Learning Standards, PA Keystone STARS Program, and Environmental Rating Standards. Knowledge of NAEYC PA DHS, and CACFP standards, regulations, and requirements are preferred.
- Ability to pass and maintain Act 33/34 clearances, FBI fingerprints, National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) clearance, criminal background checks and TB Test.
- Pennsylvania Mandated Reporter training certification.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and knowledge/experience with Google Drive, Zoom, & Teams.
- Graphics software familiarity.
- Familiarity with ProCare, PELICAN Provider Self-Service, and ELRC (Early Learning Resource Center) formerly CCIS preferred.
- Knowledge of community resources and capacity to develop community cooperation to ensure that families receive comprehensive services.
- Strong communication/organizational skills needed for training and family engagement activities.
- Ability to lift children up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to pass a Child Care Staff Health Assessment.
- Access to reliable transportation and ability to get to all Early Learning Locations, including those not on a public bus route.
- Ability to work occasional evenings/weekends (Schedule will be flexed on these occasions).
Essential Job Functions
- Coordinate daily activities and supervise Assistant Group Supervisors in the absence of the Group Supervisor.
- Work with Director or Group Supervisor on goal areas after the completion of the Environmental Rating Scales (ERS) and other evaluations of programs.
- Implement Creative Curriculum, OUNCE Work/Sampling assessments.
- Plan and execute appropriate activities for the children each day and complete weekly activity plans and prepare safe, child-centered environments.
- Ensure each age group is participating in developmentally appropriate activities.
- Maintain compliance with DHS (Department of Human Services) health & safety regulations.
- Maintain accurate records, assessments, and children’s work samples.
- Attend staff and parent meetings (when required).
- Complete all required reports in a timely fashion.
- Administer medication in accordance with DHS regulations and YWCA GP policy.
- Ensure the safety of children by observing and executing preventative measures.
- Represent the goals of YWCA Greater Pittsburgh and the philosophy of the Early Learning, Child Development & Education facility to parents and community.
- Assist with development of department marketing materials in alignment with YWCA GP branding and potentially in coordination with YWCA GP’s Communications Manager.
- Coordinate and execute family and community engagement activities.
- Assist with program implementation of new grant related projects.
- Submit financial documentation such as receipts, invoices, to supervisor in a timely manner.
- Maintain health and safety standards, policies, and regulations (i.e., cleanliness, using proper sanitization and personal care routines, removes all trash from playground and other shared areas before exiting the area).
- Maintain a high level of confidentiality when working with sensitive and partner family, vendor, employee, and contract information.
- Display consistent professionalism when interacting with internal and external customers.
- Assume responsibility for the operation of the Center in the absence of the Director and Manager of Early Learning, Child Development & Education.
- Maintain a 9:30-5:30 pm schedule and close the childcare program each day.
- Assist with meal prep in the absence of the Early Learning Cook.
- Perform other such duties assigned within the scope of the Early Learning, Child Development & Education focus area.
Job Summary
The Program Coordinator works as part of a team made up of the Early Learning, Child Development & Education Director, Group Supervisors, Assistant Group Supervisors, Administrative Assistant, and Cook. They ensure the coordination of quality program (in particular, PA Early Learning Standards, NAEYC (National Association of the Education of Young Children) and/or Keystone STARS requirements, as well as CACFP (Child and Adult Care Food Program)) for all age groups in the Early Learning, Child Development & Education Programs. Coordination responsibilities will include in classroom instruction/teaching (as needed), administrative coordination tasks (regular/ongoing), across Toddler age childcare classrooms and Pre-K Counts classrooms, and community engagement (regular/ongoing).
Qualifications
Candidates must meet one of the following qualifications:
- An associate degree from an accredited college or university, including 30 credit hours in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field and three years of experience with children. OR
- An associate degree from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field and two years of experience with children. OR
- A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university including 30 credit hours in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field and one year of experience with children. OR
- A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field.
- A Serve Safe Certification
Desired Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- Demonstrated knowledge of PA Early Learning Standards, PA Keystone STARS Program, and Environmental Rating Standards. Knowledge of NAEYC PA DHS, and CACFP standards, regulations, and requirements are preferred.
- Ability to pass and maintain Act 33/34 clearances, FBI fingerprints, National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) clearance, criminal background checks and TB Test.
- Pennsylvania Mandated Reporter training certification.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and knowledge/experience with Google Drive, Zoom, & Teams.
- Graphics software familiarity.
- Familiarity with ProCare, PELICAN Provider Self-Service, and ELRC (Early Learning Resource Center) formerly CCIS preferred.
- Knowledge of community resources and capacity to develop community cooperation to ensure that families receive comprehensive services.
- Strong communication/organizational skills needed for training and family engagement activities.
- Ability to lift children up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to pass a Child Care Staff Health Assessment.
- Access to reliable transportation and ability to get to all Early Learning Locations, including those not on a public bus route.
- Ability to work occasional evenings/weekends (Schedule will be flexed on these occasions).
Essential Job Functions
- Coordinate daily activities and supervise Assistant Group Supervisors in the absence of the Group Supervisor.
- Work with Director or Group Supervisor on goal areas after the completion of the Environmental Rating Scales (ERS) and other evaluations of programs.
- Implement Creative Curriculum, OUNCE Work/Sampling assessments.
- Plan and execute appropriate activities for the children each day and complete weekly activity plans and prepare safe, child-centered environments.
- Ensure each age group is participating in developmentally appropriate activities.
- Maintain compliance with DHS (Department of Human Services) health & safety regulations.
- Maintain accurate records, assessments, and children’s work samples.
- Attend staff and parent meetings (when required).
- Complete all required reports in a timely fashion.
- Administer medication in accordance with DHS regulations and YWCA GP policy.
- Ensure the safety of children by observing and executing preventative measures.
- Represent the goals of YWCA Greater Pittsburgh and the philosophy of the Early Learning, Child Development & Education facility to parents and community.
- Assist with development of department marketing materials in alignment with YWCA GP branding and potentially in coordination with YWCA GP’s Communications Manager.
- Coordinate and execute family and community engagement activities.
- Assist with program implementation of new grant related projects.
- Submit financial documentation such as receipts, invoices, to supervisor in a timely manner.
- Maintain health and safety standards, policies, and regulations (i.e., cleanliness, using proper sanitization and personal care routines, removes all trash from playground and other shared areas before exiting the area).
- Maintain a high level of confidentiality when working with sensitive and partner family, vendor, employee, and contract information.
- Display consistent professionalism when interacting with internal and external customers.
- Assume responsibility for the operation of the Center in the absence of the Director and Manager of Early Learning, Child Development & Education.
- Maintain a 9:30-5:30 pm schedule and close the childcare program each day.
- Assist with meal prep in the absence of the Early Learning Cook.
- Perform other such duties assigned within the scope of the Early Learning, Child Development & Education focus area.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Learning Program Manager
Frame your degree as directly relevant
Learning Program Manager roles require a degree in education, instructional design, HR, or organizational development. Connect your academic background explicitly to the role in your cover letter so hiring managers see the qualification match without having to infer it.
Target employers with L&D infrastructure
Large technology, healthcare, and financial services companies maintain dedicated learning and development teams with structured OPT hiring processes. These employers are more likely to understand work authorization requirements and have HR teams equipped to support your onboarding paperwork.
Highlight cross-functional project experience
Learning Program Managers coordinate across HR, operations, and business units. Emphasize projects where you managed multiple stakeholders or designed programs at scale. Concrete outcomes, such as completion rates or performance improvements, make your experience tangible to hiring managers reviewing OPT candidates.
Clarify your OPT timeline upfront
Be transparent about your authorization end date early in conversations. Employers who value your skills will want enough time to assess H-1B visa sponsorship feasibility. Bringing it up before the offer stage avoids late-stage surprises and signals professionalism.
Check whether your role qualifies for STEM OPT
If your degree is in a STEM-designated field like educational technology or management information systems, your Learning Program Manager role may qualify for a 24-month STEM OPT extension. Confirm the CIP code alignment with your DSO before accepting an offer.
Build a portfolio of program outcomes
Hiring managers for L&D roles respond to evidence of impact. Document programs you designed or managed, including audience size, delivery format, and measurable results. A concise portfolio distinguishes you from candidates with similar credentials but no demonstrated track record.
Learning Program Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Learning Program Manager on OPT?
Yes, Learning Program Manager roles are eligible for OPT as long as the work is directly related to your degree field. Degrees in instructional design, education, human resources, or organizational behavior typically satisfy this requirement. Confirm the connection with your DSO before starting, since USCIS requires a clear relationship between your major and the position.
Do Learning Program Manager jobs qualify for STEM OPT extension?
Some do. Eligibility depends on your degree's CIP code, not the job title itself. If you hold a degree in educational technology, learning sciences, or management information systems, your role may qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. Work with your DSO to verify the CIP code and confirm your employer is enrolled in E-Verify, which is required for STEM OPT.
How do I find Learning Program Manager jobs that are open to OPT students?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters roles by visa sponsorship status, so you can focus on employers actively open to hiring international candidates. Searching on Migrate Mate saves time compared to manually screening postings that don't disclose authorization requirements, and it surfaces companies with a track record of sponsoring work visas.
Will employers in this field sponsor an H-1B after my OPT ends?
Many mid-to-large employers with established L&D functions do sponsor H-1B visas for strong Learning Program Manager candidates, but it is not guaranteed. Companies in technology, healthcare, and professional services tend to have more H-1B sponsorship experience. It is worth asking during the interview process whether the company has sponsored similar roles previously, rather than assuming it is part of the offer.
What degree qualifies me for a Learning Program Manager role on OPT?
Degrees in instructional design, education, human resources, organizational development, or learning sciences are the most direct match. Some employers also accept degrees in psychology, communications, or business when paired with relevant coursework or experience in training and development. The key is that your degree field must have a clear and demonstrable connection to the job duties you will be performing.