After School Programs Admin Lead: Ops & Engagement

KIPP NYC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 26,139 - 37,229; Full time

Job summary

KIPP NYC is seeking an Associate, After School Assistant Program Director to support day-to-day operations of a high-quality after school program across multiple NYC campuses. This on-site, full-time role collaborates with school leaders, staff, students, and families to promote academic enrichment and social-emotional growth.

The role emphasizes compliance with DYCD requirements, efficient administrative processes, and a safe, welcoming environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred and/or relevant experience in youth development.
• At least two years of experience in after school programming or DYCD-funded programs.
• Knowledge of DYCD regulations, reporting requirements, and DYCD Connect preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the Program Director with the daily management and operation of the after school program.
• Assist with planning, coordinating, and executing daily program operations to ensure high-quality implementation.
• Complete administrative tasks, reports, and operational projects accurately and within required timelines.
• Maintain organized participant, staff, and program records in accordance with DYCD regulations and KIPP NYC policies.
• Assist with additional operational initiatives and department projects as assigned.
• Maintain participant information, attendance records, and required documentation within DYCD Connect and other applicable systems.
• Ensure attendance, enrollment, and compliance documentation is accurate, complete, and submitted by required deadlines.
• Monitor participant files and operational documentation to ensure compliance with DYCD requirements and internal standards.
• Assist with monitoring daily staff-to-participant ratios and support overall program compliance.
• Maintain confidential student and staff records in accordance with organizational policies.
• Assist in planning and coordinating family engagement events, student showcases, celebrations, field trips, and special events.
• Build positive, welcoming relationships with students and families while supporting an inclusive program culture.
• Supervise students during daily programming, enrichment activities, trips, and special events as needed.
• Support implementation of engaging activities that promote academic enrichment, leadership development, positive youth development, and social-emotional growth.
• Maintain first aid supplies, emergency materials, and safety kits for the program.
• Document incidents, injuries, behavioral concerns, and safety issues in accordance with KIPP NYC and DYCD procedures.
• Prepare incident reports for review and submission by the Program Director.
• Support a safe, structured, and positive learning environment where students are known, challenged, and supported.
• Partner closely with the Program Director, Content Specialists, school leaders, and after school staff to ensure high-quality programming and operational excellence.
• Serve as the acting program leader, in partnership with the Content Specialist, during the Program Director's absence.
• Build strong working relationships with school staff and regional after school leadership to ensure alignment between the school day and after school programming.
• Contribute to a collaborative team culture focused on continuous improvement and outstanding student experiences.
• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Two years of youth development experience

DYCD regulations knowledge

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

KIPP NYC is seeking an Associate, After School Assistant Program Director to support day-to-day operations of a high-quality after school program across multiple NYC campuses. This on-site, full-time role collaborates with school leaders, staff, students, and families to promote academic enrichment and social-emotional growth.

The role emphasizes compliance with DYCD requirements, efficient administrative processes, and a safe, welcoming environment.