Under the supervision of the Executive Director, the Achievers Program Director will be responsible for planning, implementing, and leading specialized curriculum related to college and cultural exposure, entrepreneurial exploration, mentorship, and leadership development for middle school and high school-aged children. The Achievers Program Director will also plan and supervise college visits/tours for program participants. The Program Director is also responsible for the recruitment, hiring, and training of instructors and volunteers.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Safety and Risk Management

• Ensures all Tampa Y standards and best practices are implemented and followed. Applies YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to best practices, emergency procedures, medical and disciplinary situations and child abuse prevention.
• Ensures the health and safety of all children.
• Program Quality and Growth
• Responsible for implementing lesson plans, and weekly enrichment activities, in compliance with grant metrics, to promote individual child development.
• Assess the needs and interests of individuals and groups and prepare instructional program activities accordingly, given the available materials, equipment or center.
• Develop curricula and plan course content and methods of instruction; evaluate and revise curricula as needed.
• Prepares all materials and supplies for planned activities.
• Takes charge of all specialized activities and assists children during all activities where adult help is needed.
• Plan and manage college visits/tours, including but not limited to: transportation, registration, volunteers, and coordination with educational institution.
• Ensure that all program costs are within provided budget guidelines.
• Work with Executive Director to ensure delivery of curriculum and all grant related metrics.
• Be willing and able to complete other duties as directed by supervisor.

Team Leadership

• Creating and maintaining meaningful and impactful relationships with the families, supervisor and colleagues.
• Actively works with and builds relationships/rapport with local school administrators.
• Attends and participates in workshops, in-service training and other meetings to acquire and disseminate information.
• Supervises and evaluates program staff in the implementation of programs, activities, and schedules to accomplish program goals.
• Coordinates volunteers to assist with program needs; ensuring timely communication and following YMCA policies.

Budget & Grant Administration:

• Develop, manage, and monitor the Achievers operating budget and meet or exceed budget targets
• Document all necessary administrative forms as directed.
• Works with grant team to submit all required grant data in a timely manner and attend meetings with funders as requested.
• Prepares statistical, analytical, and narrative reports regarding programs and operations of Achievers as needed.
• Work with Association to identify and secure additional funding sources.