After-School Director - Detroit, MI

Job Title: After School Director

Compensation: $25

Base Hours and Days: Monday – Thursday 3:45 – 6:00 PM; Friday 1:45 – 5:00 PM

Program Dates: September 14, 2026 to June 11, 2027

Location: Detroit, MI 48235

ABOUT IVY CAMPS USA: Founded in 2010, Ivy Camps has delivered educational and fun programming to thousands of children via in-person and online interactive classes - working with kids in over 50 countries. With a consistent 5-star satisfaction rating, Ivy Camps prides itself on being the preeminent provider of supplemental education designed for any student seeking a holistic educational experience.

Overall, we are looking for a director who is passionate about education and wants to make a difference in the world. We love to get our work done but also like to ensure we have enough time to enjoy ourselves. After all, we provide an exceptionally FUN experience for our students, so why not have it ourselves too?

SUMMARY: Confidently lead our team of instructors to build a safe, happy, and stimulating learning environment for students ages 5-14. Duties include overseeing the coordination of education programs that comply with local and federal regulations; ensuring that facilities are maintained; managing and supporting all staff; communicating proactively with parents; assisting with possible incidents; and managing the online registration system.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage and coordinate curricula, activities, and games with staff.
• Manage and support teaching staff and promote their professional development.
• Manage and oversee the digital system and billing that run the after-school program.
• Communicate proactively with parents about student performance, learning, and any possible incidents.
• Ensure the center’s facilities are safe for children and comply with laws and regulations.
• Evaluate and create lists of materials, equipment, and supplies that need to be purchased.
• Manage budget efficiently.
• Manage staff schedule with varying availabilities.

EDUCATION & RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE:

Pathway 1 (Preferred):

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a child-related field, including Education, Special Education, Child Development, Psychology, Family Studies, Social Work, Human Services, Recreation, or Youth Development.

Pathway 2:

• Minimum 3 months of experience working with school-age children;
• Valid CDA, Michigan School Age or Youth Development Associate Credential, Montessori Credential, or associate degree in a child-related field;
• Center participation in Great Start to Quality.

Pathway 3:

• Minimum 6 months of experience working with school-age children;
• Associate degree or higher in any field;
• Completion of MiRegistry-approved training (3 hours each in Program Management, Observation/Documentation/Assessment, and Teaching and Learning, plus 6 hours in Interactions and Guidance, Challenging Behaviors, and/or Trauma-Informed Practices);
• Center participation in Great Start to Quality.

Pathway 4:

• Minimum 6 months of experience working with school-age children;
• Completion of 6 semester hours, 9 CEUs, or 90 clock hours in a related field (including Early Childhood Education, Education, Child Development, Psychology, Social Work, Human Services, or Youth Development);
• Center participation in Great Start to Quality.

Credentials must be submitted to and approved by MiLEAP CCLB before the program administrator begins work.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS, or CERTIFICATIONS:

• Possesses current CPR/First-Aid/AED Adult/Pediatric certification OR willing to acquire certification within 14 days of hire (in-person CPR component required).
• Must complete all state-required training before starting position, a manager will support you in determining the completion date for each training in accordance with guidelines.
• Comprehensive Background Check required before unsupervised contact with children.
• Orientation Training within 30 - 90 days of hire.
• Annual Professional Development Required.

TECHNICAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, & ABILITIES:

• Excellent team-player with the ability to communicate, interact, and work effectively and cooperatively with all people.
• Strong listener with the ability to empathize and problem-solve.
• Ability to work in a self-directed capacity, must be proactive, creative, take ownership, and have a strong work ethic.
• High attention to detail and strong analytical skills with the ability to work quickly and strategically.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong digital literacy and ability to manage digital systems.
• Friendly and approachable demeanor with a professional appearance, attitude, and work ethic maintained at all times.

EXPECTATIONS:

• Monthly (tasks that can be completed once a month): create a staffing schedule based on availabilities and communicate with staff members; create an after school activity plan using provided resources that upholds expectations; create a list of needed materials for activities that fits within the approved budget and communicate to the appropriate persons for ordering; confirm staff hours and report to HR to run payroll; gather required items for any reimbursements and submit them to the appropriate parties; run safety drills and maintain a log of these for licensing; meet with nurse to review safety/health items; confirm monthly billings are correct; conduct surveys of students, parents, and staff members; attend monthly meeting with supervisor and school to discuss the program.
• Weekly (tasks that can be completed once a week): attend weekly meetings with supervisor and other directors; sanitize toys and materials; maintain inventory of materials and snacks; confirm weekly billings are correct; confirm staffing attendance; create weekly activity summary that explains activities and needed supplies (can be done monthly).
• Daily (tasks that can be completed once a day): respond to emails/messages from parents; monitor sign-in/sign-out of students on Arux; ensure staff are appropriately clocking-in and out; engage with students and parents; enforce staff expectations; assist staff with activities as needed; instruct activities as needed; handle student behavior concerns; arrive 30 minutes before the start time to assign roles and set up activities.

Ivy Camps USA is an equal-opportunity employer.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Application Question(s):

• Which director qualification pathway do you qualify under?

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25