Afterschool Assistant Director

East Side House; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

East Side House in Bronx is looking for an Assistant Program Director to support daily operations of afterschool programs, supervise staff, and deliver safe, engaging activities for youth, adults, and families at Morris Park Haven site.

Reporting to the Program Director, you will help with planning, scheduling, compliance, and family engagement while maintaining high standards, coordinating with the DP and other teams, and ensuring DYCD and CACFP requirements are met.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree is required.
• Equivalent of 1+ years of experience in youth services or community programming accepted.
• Knowledge of the Bronx communities, local stakeholders, and available resources.
• Experience designing, planning, and implementing structured, outcome-based programming.
• Strong administrative skills including documentation, scheduling, and data entry.

Responsibilities

• Support the Program Director in day-to-day oversight and coordination of all program operations.
• Serve as on-site lead during program hours ensuring safety, structure, and engagement.
• Assist with planning, scheduling, and supervising daily program activities and events.
• Monitor activity flow to ensure age-appropriate, culturally responsive programming.
• Foster a positive environment and supervise staff to deliver high-quality programming.
• Coordinate staff onboarding, training, and team huddles with the Program Director.
• Lead staff scheduling and ensure coverage for all sessions and activities.
• Support outreach and family engagement initiatives and community events.

Skills

Youth services knowledge

Community programming familiarity

Strong written and verbal skills

Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred

Staff supervision

Education

Associate’s degree

1+ year experience in youth services/community programming

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Administrative Building - Bronx, NY 10454

Salary Range: $42,000.00 - $42,000.00 Salary/year

Position: Afterschool Assistant Director

Department: Compass

Site/Location: Morris Park Haven/ Bronx 10461

Job Classification (HR Use Only) Non-Exempt Full Time

Salary Range: $42,000

Reports To: Afterschool Director

MISSION STATEMENT

East Side House cares for the individuals, families, and communities we serve by expanding opportunities to live more fulfilling lives through education, career, and supportive services.

JOB DESCRIPTION

East Side House (ESH) provides year-round educational, recreational, cultural, and workforce readiness programs in NYCHA community centers and school-based sites. Reporting to the Program Director, the Assistant Program Director supports daily operations, supervises staff, and helps deliver safe, engaging, and inclusive programming for youth, adults, and families. This role assists with program planning, scheduling, and compliance; supports and coaches staff to deliver high-quality activities; and builds relationships with participants, families, and community partners. The Afterschool Program Director works closely with the De[artment Director, Activity Specialist, and Group Leaders to ensure programming promotes academic success, leadership, and social-emotional growth while meeting the community needs and aligning with ESH’s mission.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Program Director, the Assistant Program Director, will be responsible for but not limited to the following:

• Support the Program Director in the day-to-day oversight and coordination of all program operations, ensuring smooth delivery of services across youth, adult, and intergenerational components.
• Serve as the on-site lead during program hours, ensuring safety, structure, and engagement in alignment with ESH and DYCD standards.
• Assist with planning, scheduling, and supervising daily program activities and events,
• Monitor activity flow to ensure age-appropriate, culturally responsive, and community-centered programming.
• Ensure program spaces are clean, welcoming, and fully set up for scheduled activities, promptly address facility needs, or escape to the Program Director.
• Supervise Group Leaders, Activity Specialists, and interns to ensure consistent delivery of high-quality programming.
• Provide daily coaching, feedback, and support to frontline staff, serving as the primary point of contact for staffing needs and issues.
• Assist in staff onboarding and orientation; model professional behavior and support ESH culture and expectations.
• Facilitate team huddles, debriefs, and staff check-ins in collaboration with the Program Director.
• Lead staff scheduling and ensure appropriate coverage for all sessions and activities.
• Foster a positive and inclusive environment where participants and families feel welcomed, supported, and heard.
• Support outreach and recruitment efforts to maintain enrollment goals and community involvement.
• Actively engage participants during program hours and provide support as needed for behavior management or conflict resolution.
• Assist with family engagement initiatives, community events, and advisory board/youth council coordination.
• Ensure timely and accurate documentation of attendance, incident reports, activity logs, and other required records.
• Support internal monitoring of DYCD Connect, CACFP logs, and daily compliance checklists.
• Communicate clearly with families, staff, and community partners as needed, and respond to inquiries in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with ESH departments, including HR, Finance, IT, and Facilities, to support operational needs.
• Support the preparation of calendars, flyers, and other program materials in collaboration with the Program Director.
• Serve as acting lead when the Program Director is off-site or unavailable.
• Support the coordination of quarterly beautification projects and agency-wide initiatives.
• Participate in agency trainings, team meetings, and strategic planning efforts.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Program Director or Senior Director.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

QualificationsQualifications

To perform this position successfully, the Assistant Program Director must be able to fulfill all the elements of the job description to the highest standard and be able to work well with colleagues in a high energy and collaborative work environment. Additional qualifications include:

Education / Experience

• Associate’s degree required; equivalent of 1+ years of experience in youth services or community programming accepted.
• Familiarity with Bronx communities, local stakeholders, and available resources.
• Experience in designing, planning, and implementing structured, outcome-based programming.
• High proficiency in administrative tasks, including documentation, scheduling, and data entry.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and perform effectively under pressure.
• Knowledge of the NYC public education system and best practices in positive youth development.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred but not required.
• Familiarity with DYCD regulations and experience using DYCD Connect or similar data systems strongly preferred.

Competencies

• Associate’s degree required; equivalent of 1+ years of experience in youth services or community programming accepted.
• Familiarity with Bronx communities, local stakeholders, and available resources.
• Experience in designing, planning, and implementing structured, outcome-based programming.
• High proficiency in administrative tasks, including documentation, scheduling, and data entry.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and perform effectively under pressure.
• Knowledge of the NYC public education system and best practices in positive youth development.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred but not required.
• Familiarity with DYCD regulations and experience using DYCD Connect or similar data systems strongly preferred.

Clearance

Employees must be clear to work at ESH. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background checks and/or screenings.

Required Clearances

1. Clearance by the Department of Health (DOH)
2. Clearance by the Department of Education (DOE)
3. Clearance from the New York State Child Abuse Registry
4. Physical with TB screen
5. Must obtain NYC Dept. of Health fingerprint clearance and State Central Registry (SCR) clearance ($25 fee)

Required Trainings

1. Mandated Reporter, 2 hours - http://www.nysmandatedreporter.org/TrainingCourses.aspx
2. Health & Safety Training, 5 hours - https://www.ecetp.pdp.albany.edu

Supervisory Responsibility

This position is responsible for supervising and managing the performance of all designated employees assigned to the position within the department.

Physical Demands

This role may involve occasional lifting or moving of items up to 25 pounds and routine use of standard office equipment. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Expected Work Schedule

The typical work schedule for this position includes the following:

• SONYC Programs: Monday through Friday, 10AM to 6PM, aligned with school-based programming needs.

EEO Statement

East Side House (ESH) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourages individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.