Afterschool Program Director, Youth and Family Services

Cypress Hills LDC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 58,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established community development organization seeks dedicated Afterschool Program Directors to lead enriching after-school and summer camp programs. This role involves designing engaging activities, supervising staff, and fostering partnerships with schools and families. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in youth development and education, with a passion for creating impactful programs that support children's growth. Join a mission-driven team committed to making a difference in the lives of young people and their families while enjoying a competitive salary and benefits package. If you are enthusiastic about educational success and community building, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Excellent benefits

Pleasant working environment

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in after school settings with elementary-aged children.
• Strong administrative and staff supervision skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement after-school programming incorporating various activities.
• Hire, supervise, and evaluate afterschool program staff.

Skills

Experience with after school programs

Staff supervision

Administrative skills

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Youth development

Education

Bachelor's in Education

Bachelor's in Social Work

Related fields

Job description

Job Details

Level: Management Job Location: All Afterschool Sites - BROOKLYN, NY Position Type: Full Time Education Level: Bachelor's + combination of work exp. Salary Range: $58,500.00 - $70,000.00 Salary/year Travel Percentage: Up to 25% Job Shift: Day (8-4pm or 9-5pm) Job Category: Education

Cypress Hills Local Development Corporation (CHLDC) is a not-for-profit community development organization serving 11,000 residents a year through a comprehensive array of housing preservation, economic development, community organizing, and youth and family support services programs and projects. The mission of Cypress Hills Local Development Corporation is to build a strong, sustainable Cypress Hills/East New York, where youth and adults achieve educational and economic success, secure healthy and affordable housing, and develop leadership skills to transform their lives and community.

Cypress Hills Local Development Corporation has an opening for two (2) full-time Afterschool Elementary School Program Directors in our Youth and Family Services Division. This position is salaried for 35 hours per week.

Principal Duties:

• Design and implement high-quality after-school and summer camp programming, incorporating Arts, Sports and Fitness, Recreation, Community Service, Academic Assistance, and Leadership Development.
• Hire, supervise, train, and evaluate afterschool program staff. Conduct a weekly staff meeting.
• Recruit, enroll, and retain students to meet and exceed the required enrollment and rate of participation expectations of our funders.
• Collect and maintain all required records.
• Plan and carry out family events and parent meetings.
• Assess and address the individual and collective needs of students and parents, and solicit and respond to their input into the program.
• Build and maintain effective partnerships with the Principal.
• Conduct a monthly meeting.
• Develop positive relations with all stakeholders—school staff, building partners, parents.
• Serve as liaison to funders and regulators of the program.
• Maintain contractual and regulatory compliance.
• Participate fully in division-wide and agency-wide meetings and project teams.
• With the Talent Manager, design and pilot a staffing structure at the host School that provides additional steps in the career ladder within the out-of-school time programs, including a 'Senior Group Leader' role with responsibilities for showcasing best practices, mentoring peers, and developing a learning community.
• Manage budget and petty cash account.
• Conduct yourself as a representative of the Cypress Hills Local Development Corporation.
• Demonstrate commitment to leadership development, community building, and community organizing as strategies for social change.
• Perform other duties as assigned as necessary for the success of the program.

Position Requirements:

• Extensive experience with after school/extracurricular settings with elementary school-aged young people.
• Experience with supervision of staff.
• Demonstrated ability with administrative tasks.
• Should be enthusiastic and dedicated to the program's educational and youth development goals.
• Bachelor's in Education, Social Work, or related fields required.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

Salary:

• $58,500 - 63,500 annually. The salary offer is based on experience level, program size, and the affiliated program contract. In addition to a comparable salary, we offer a very competitive benefits package.

To Apply:

• Please forward your cover letter, resume, and three references to Leoner Feliz, Outreach and Recruitment Coordinator at [e-mail].
• *Please list this Position Title in the Subject line*
• Three (3) typed reference letters will be required if chosen for the position.

CYPRESS HILLS LOCAL DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER.

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We promote recognition and respect for individual and cultural differences, and we work to make our employees feel valued and appreciated, whatever their race, gender, background, or sexual orientation.

We offer competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and a pleasant working environment. Salary is based on a nonprofit scale and commensurate with experience.

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