Assistant Director, Youth Programs & Inclusion

Young Womens Christian Association of the City of; New York (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan matching

403(b) Plan

Paid time off

Life Insurance

Job summary

The YWCA of the City of New York is seeking an Assistant Director to provide site-based leadership for positive youth development and family engagement. You will ensure licensing compliance, data accuracy, and efficient program operations, while upholding diversity, equity, inclusion, anti-racism, and strong staff supervision.

Reporting to the Program Director, you will supervise activities, coordinate curricula aligned with DYCD COMPASS/SONYC, and foster partnerships with schools and community

Qualifications

• Related college-level coursework or SACC credential.

Responsibilities

• Support Program Director in implementation of program and operational goals and tasks.
• Daily operations, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment.
• Manage logistics, staffing, and supplies.
• Quality and compliance.
• Provide guidance, supervision and support to staff.
• Evaluate staff and coach for performance improvement.
• Support the development and implementation of staff training plans and onboarding of new team members.
• Act as Inclusion Coordinator to ensure inclusion of students with disabilities, IEPs, 504, ELLs.
• Ensure program activities align with DYCD COMPASS and SONYC requirements.
• Collaborate with team designing Project-Based Learning curricula in alignment with DYCD standards.
• Support the implementation of Universal Design for Learning framework through STEM, Literacy, Physical Activity, Arts, and Leadership components.
• Foster relationships with parents, guardians, and school administrators.
• Oversee the planning and delivery of innovative family engagement events.
• Develop partnerships with local organizations and community groups.
• Manage attendance tracking, data entry, and required documentation in DYCD Connect.
• Lead recruitment and retention efforts to meet DYCD enrollment and attendance targets.
• Coordinate inclusion supports including Individualized Accommodation Plans (IAPs) for participants with diverse needs.
• Ensure compliance with SACC regulations, including supervision ratios, safety protocols, and staff credential requirements.
• Engage in staff meetings, training, and professional development to strengthen delivery and skills.
• Participate in program evaluation and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Inclusion coordination

Education

Related college-level coursework or School-Age Child Care credential

Job description

The YWCA of the City of New York is seeking an Assistant Director to provide site-based leadership for positive youth development and family engagement. You will ensure licensing compliance, data accuracy, and efficient program operations, while upholding diversity, equity, inclusion, anti-racism, and strong staff supervision.

Reporting to the Program Director, you will supervise activities, coordinate curricula aligned with DYCD COMPASS/SONYC, and foster partnerships with schools and community