After School Program Director

Xposure Foundation Inc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 26,174 - 34,440; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Job summary

Xposure Foundation Inc. seeks a passionate Program Director to oversee after-school programs across the Bronx, Brooklyn, and Queens. You will lead staff, plan engaging activities, and coordinate with parents and schools.

A strong leader with organizational skills is essential to guide youth through early adolescence and build trust. The role emphasizes collaboration with DYCD, DOH, and OCFS, ensuring safety, compliance, and high-quality experiences for students.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with transcripts showing 18 credits in relevant fields or an approved credential.
• Two years of direct experience with children under 13, including supervisory experience.
• OCFS School-Age Child Care Registration or equivalent credential verification.
• CPR & First Aid certification (OCFS-approved).
• Excellent follow-through, ability to lead youth and a creative team.
• Willingness to travel and work in multiple NYC boroughs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day program operations and staff supervision.
• Organize and recruit for developmentally appropriate activities.
• Liaise with parents, students, school staff, and external agencies (DYCD/DOH/OCFS).
• Hire staff and design programs to support middle schoolers.
• Recruit and retain students; manage program relations and events.

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Communication

Relationship management

Education

Bachelor's degree with 18 credits in Child Development/Elementary Education/Physical Education/Recreation

SACC Credential or equivalent school-age credential

NYC OCFS School-Age Child Care Registration

CPR & First Aid certification (OCFS-approved)

Job description

Job Summary:

We are seeking a passionate, creative, and dedicated Program Director to oversee day-to-day operations for our after-school programs, located in the Bronx, Brooklyn, and Queens. Our approach is unorthodox and our commitment is real, we're looking for dedicated, perfectionist change-makers to join our team. The Program Director must be patient, compassionate, proactive, organized, creative, resourceful, and a good judge of character, wearing many hats: educator, manager, counselor, mediator, administrator, ambassador, problem solver, negotiator, coach, and nurse. He or she must have a "do or die" mentality, be a credible authority at the program, and skillfully manage relationships with program staff, students, parents, custodians, and school administration, as well as representatives of DYCD, DOH, and OCFS. He or she must find joy in helping middle school students through the challenges of early adolescence and be able to earn their trust and respect.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee day-to-day program operations
• Supervise line staff
• Organize special events
• Liaise among parents, students, and school staff
• Hire staff who relate well to students
• Design activities that are developmentally appropriate for middle school students of all levels
• Recruit and retain students, which is essential to success in this role

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree with transcripts specifying 18 credits of Child Development, Elementary Education, Physical Education, Recreation, or a related field
• OR SACC Credential or other Office-recognized credential specific to the school-age development period
• OR NYS Children\'s Program Administrator credential
• OR Associate degree in Child Development, Elementary Education, Physical Education, Recreation, or a related field
• — AND, coupled with any of the above, two years of direct experience working with children under the age of 13, including at least one year in a supervisory capacity in a childcare-related field, reflected on resume
• Former Program Directors who have operated and obtained a New York State Office of Children and Family Services School-Age Child Care Registration (verification required)
• OCFS-approved certification in CPR & First Aid (verification required)
• Excellent execution, follow-up, and follow-through skills
• Capable of leading young people and managing a team of creatives
• Passionate, resilient, and optimistic, with a desire to change the world and impart experience and guidance onto the lives of our children\'s futures
• 1–2 years of experience working with the special needs population preferred
• Supervising experience: 2–3 years preferred
• Childcare experience: 2 years preferred
• Willingness to travel

Pay: $22.00 per hour

Note: When applying, please send a cover letter and resume. Applicants without a cover letter and resume will not be contacted.

Job Type: Part-time

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

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