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New York Edge is the largest provider of after school and summer camp programs in New York City public schools. Each year, programs in academics--including STEM, the arts, sports & wellness, and college access help 40,000 students develop leadership skills and succeed in school. Working parents count on our programs to provide safe and enriching environments for their children. 

Summary:

New York Edge is seeking a passionate, mission driven team-builder to fill the role of After School Program Director. In this full-time role, you will have overall accountability for the growth, quality and success of the assigned after school program operation, its students, and staff. The primary responsibility of the Program Director is to manage the day-to-day operations in order to ensure that New York Edge quality standards and guidelines are met and that the program is meeting all contract requirements. You will foster an atmosphere of fun and learning; utilizing a broad range of sports and arts related activities where the concept of teamwork, fair play and sportsmanship can flourish and serve as a role model to youth. 

Schedule:

Monday-Friday, (Days/shifts vary dependent on site needs)

This role requires you to be in-person.

Pay: 

$58,500 - 62,500 (salary offer will be commensurate with experience and education)

Essential Job Functions:

• Oversees program staff, program operations, services, and the implementation of programs and/or processes in order to provide services within established timeframes and in compliance. 

• Conducts staff performance evaluations and development plans in coordination with Program Manager and HR.

• Provides weekly and monthly team meetings that encourages opportunities for team feedback and discussions about classroom management, lesson planning, writing prompts, and social emotional learning.

• Communicates regularly with supervisor on program updates, progress, and needs. 

• Coordinates outreach to the community and presents on the program with the goal of actively recruiting participants.

• Prepares a variety of documents and reports (e.g. attendance, daily activities, daily program content and program design, etc) for the purpose of internal and external reporting.

• Provides weekly individual supervision to each staff member with feedback, goal setting, and assessment of competencies in the role.

• Supports all team members, including in-direct reports and provides feedback as needed.

• Collaborates with Program Manager, Borough Director, and New York Edge Curriculum and Training Departments to develop and implement monthly all staff professional development workshops/seminars.

• Collaborate with Principal and APs on program delivery to align with goals in relation to student achievement and performance. 

• Monitors and ensures all program compliance, including but not limited to, student registration, staff documents, ratios, attendance tracking, IDs, and building permits. 

• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the center and programs.

Required Skills:

• Knowledge of effective sports, arts, and academic programming 

• Understanding of New York City and New York State education requirements in an urban setting 

• Strong leader and team-builder 

• Ability to resolve conflicts and negotiate solutions 

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with program staff and school partners 

• Excellent communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills with proven ability to interact with a diverse range of individuals, both in person and over the phone, applying tact and discretion as situations demand

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required with preference in Education

• At least 18.0 credit hours from an accredited college or university in the field of Child Development, Elementary Education, or Physical Education highly preferred

• Must have at least 1 year of staff supervision experience in youth care

• Afterschool management experience preferred 

• All Program Directors are required to complete a mandatory 15-hour OCFS Health and Safety Classroom course within three (3) months of employment to maintain Department of Health and Mental Hygiene compliance at site.

To apply, please visit our website at newyorkedge.org/careers

New York Edge is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Disclaimer: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. These statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position.