Manager OST Programs

Job Details

Description

CORA Services is a dynamic and growing not for profit organization in Philadelphia. For more than 50 years, CORA has served children and families experiencing emotional, academic and social challenges that impact their development and productivity. Our mission is to empower children, young people and families to thrive through quality and compassionate service.

CORA Services is seeking a Manager of OST (After School) Programs to manage the direction and implementation of YouthCOR programming. Working with the Director of Positive Youth Development, the Manager will ensure that all programming is innovative, engaging and enriching for the students served.

STARTING SALARY: $63,000 with 3 years' experience and BA (salary commensurate with experience and credentialing)

All CORA team members are expected to uphold the mission, vision and values of CORA Services which includes valuing all individuals and supporting each individual’s potential for growth.

In addition, as a Manager of OST Programs some of your duties will include:

• Act as an ambassador for the YouthCOR program and CORA Services at program sites and within the community.
• Work with the Director of Positive Youth Development and Site Directors to develop and implement high quality programming within YouthCOR.
• Drive program innovation, ensuring that all lesson plans and program plans are creative, grade appropriate and meet rigorous academic standards and all sites are equipped with materials needed for high quality programming.
• Supervise and develop passionate leaders and mentors through direct supervision and coaching as well as through the creation and implementation of professional development workshops.
• Maintain a regular presence at YouthCOR sites to observe, engage, coach, and support site-based staff while building and maintaining relationships with youth, staff, and school administration.
• Assess the effectiveness of programmatic activities and make recommendations for modifications.
• Develop new and innovative partnerships to meet changing needs and interests of students and programs, while maintaining strong relationships with current partners.
• Ensure full enrollment of programs by developing strong advertising campaigns, while also assisting Site Directors in recruiting and enrolling students.
• Assist Director of Positive Youth Development with maintaining OCDEL licensing at sites.
• Utilize knowledge of the grants and funding sources in the OST programs to guide high quality programming at the site level.
• Ensure that the social-emotional needs of young people are constantly at the forefront of YouthCOR through daily program rituals, social-emotional learning objectives, restorative justice practices and conflict resolution.
• Oversees any and all data reporting needed for the program.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Director of Positive Youth Development.
  
  

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Elementary or related field; Master's Degree in Education is preferred
  
  

Experience/Knowledge/Skills

• Minimum of 3 years of experience working in an out of school time program at the administrative level
• Minimum of 1-3 years of supervisory experience
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required.
• Knowledge of the principles of early childhood development
• Knowledge of and experience in lesson planning and curriculum development, teaching experience preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate with a broad variety of people
• Demonstrated experience working collaboratively as part of a team
• Maintain appropriate professional boundaries and confidentiality
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, problem solve, and follow-through on areas of responsibility
• Strong attention to detail, especially with regard to recording/collecting data
• Knowledge in the use of data to inform plans for programs and students
  
  

CORA Offers

• Medical, dental and vision coverages with a competitive company premium contribution (eligible 1st day of the month following date of hire)
• Company paid life/AD&D and LTD coverages
• Supplemental voluntary benefits including STD, accident, critical illness, etc.
• 403b retirement plan with generous company contribution after one year of service
• Paid time off paid agency holidays
• Employee Assistant Program
• Family Planning Benefits (including cash benefit to assist with IVF, egg freezing, adoption, or surrogacy)
• An outstanding, inclusive work environment
  
  

CORA Services Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.