About Us

For 86 years, Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware has impacted thousands of lives across Delaware. We are the largest licensed provider of childcare in Delaware and the only statewide Boys & Girls Club in the nation.

 Position Summary 

Each and every day girls and boys are left to find their own recreation and companionship. An increasing amount of kids are at home with no adult care or supervision. Young people need to know they have a place in their community where they can go. Clubs provide a safe haven for youth, allow them to meet with friends and be a part of positive peer groups. Club programs teach life skills, conflict resolution and focus on the development of character. Clubs also provide members with positive role models and a nurturing environment that help improve decision-making skills.

Under the supervision of the Regional School Site Director, the 21^st Century, Project Director is responsible for the planning, development and effective implementation of a quality 21^st Century Learning Community Center program for New Castle County schools that complies with current Delecare and Delaware STARS rules and regulations. The position includes program management, staff supervision, community outreach, and grants management. The position requires knowledge of various educational approaches, software and other educational materials. 

Essential Functions

• Manage day-to-day operation of Club’s Great Futures, 21^st Century Learning Community Center program and activities, in coordination with Childcare Program. 
• Create program and staff schedule in coordination with various Boys & Girls Club programming. 
• Assist Site Director with the Interpreting and maintaining compliance with current state licensing (OCCL) and Purchase of Care (POC) requirements for school age childcare centers; address non-compliance issues as needed. 
• Develop and led an advisory group representing key stakeholders for the Great Futures, 21^st Century Program. 
• Responsible for recruitment, registration and orientation for program participants. 
• Assist in hiring teachers and providing professional development 
• Control expenditures against an assigned budget; recommend income and expense projections for assigned area of responsibility; assist with the financial development of the 21^st Century Program. 
• Assist Site Director with the hire and lead staff in implementing programmatic outcomes and S.M.A.R.T. objectives as established in the 21^st Century Grant. 
• Ensure safe implementation of all 21^st Century activities including the condition of equipment and facilities, age-appropriate activities and appropriate use of equipment and supplies. 
• Maintain appropriate, supportive and positive interactions with Club Members; establish and maintain behavioral boundaries per Boys & Girls Club guidance and supervision policies and guidelines. 
• Along with the site director, Maintain regular contact with parents/guardians concerning program, schedule, developmental progress (victories and concerns).
• Develop and maintain relationship with Red Clay School District faculty and administrators , BGCDE administrators and Club professionals, community leaders and supporters, etc.
• Within established organizational guidelines, develop and maintain a system for accurately tracking necessary data for reporting. (program attendance, academic progress, behavior referrals, etc.)
• Complete and submit reports and perform other administrative tasks as needed or directed, including but not limited to: Payroll, purchasing, Labor reports, Federal/state agencies; compliance.
• Manage performance of direct reports.
• At all times, present yourself as a positive role model for youth and a strong ambassador of the organization.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

Educational Requirement: 

Bachelor’s Degree in Business or Education preferred or equivalent work experience. 

Minimum Requirements: 

• Two years of experience in management or supervisory role
• Must be able to pass an FBI clearance, State of Delaware Criminal History Background Check, National and State Sexual Abuse Registry check, and National and State Child Abuse Registry Check per DelaCare regulations.

Preferred Requirements: 

• Twelve (12) college credits from a regionally accredited institution in recreation, elementary education, school-age care or school-age administration AND
• One (1) year of full time experience (must be equivalent to 1,000 hours) working with children in kindergarten through sixth grade in a group setting.

Preferred Qualifications: (School-Age Administrator or School Age Coordinator) 

• Fifteen (15) college credits with three (3) from each of the following area: child development/learning, environment/curriculum, social-emotional development, observation/assessment; and one three-credit course in school-age elective AND
• Eighteen (18) months of (must be equivalent to 1,500 hours) experience working with children kindergarten through sixth grade in group setting.

Competencies/Skills/Experience:

Working Conditions: The majority of the work time is split between an office and Club setting, which may include activities out of doors.

Work Hours: Monday- Friday, 9-5 with flexibility to work split shift as needed.

FT Employee Benefits Incentives

All of our employees are valued and receive competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package which includes:

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance/Pharmacy Coverage for individual & immediate family
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) 
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Paid Time Off
• Tickets at Work – Entertainment Events Ticket Discounts!
• Free childcare for school-aged children based upon site availability 
• Life Insurance Coverage
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program

Note: The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, nor is it to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job. 

Boys and Girls Clubs of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Boys and Girls Clubs of Delaware does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.