Assistant Program Director, After-School Leadership

Acacia Network; New York (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Acacia Network is seeking an Assistant Program Director for the DYCD-funded SONYC afterschool program at MS 243 in Bronx, NY. The role supports the Program Director and Deputy Director in overseeing activities for 91 middle school participants, ensuring safety, learning, and family engagement.

The position requires supervision experience, bilingual English/Spanish, and credentials with DOH/OCFS, with opportunities to lead program expansion and staff development. On-site Monday–Friday, 10 AM–6 PM.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; associate or bachelor’s preferred in education, psychology or social work.
• Registration/credentials: DOH SACC Site Supervisor; OCFS requirements.
• 1–2 years of supervisory experience in youth development.
• 3–5 years experience serving middle school youth and collaborating with school staff.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish required.
• COVID-19 vaccine required prior to employment.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Oversee program design, service delivery, and reporting to DYCD.
• Be part of the ACDP management and leadership teams.
• Ensure compliance with DOH and DYCD regulations and facilities requirements.
• Recruit, hire, train, and evaluate staff with HR support, in line with DOE & DOH rules.
• Recruit and enroll at least 91 students from 6th–8th grade via DYCD Connect.
• Monitor daily attendance in DYCD Connect and maintain records.

Skills

Bilingual English and Spanish

Staff supervision

Education

Associate degree or Bachelor's degree in education, psychology, or social work

Tools

DYCD Connect

Google Suite

Zoom

GCC / MS Office

Job description

Acacia Network is seeking an Assistant Program Director for the DYCD-funded SONYC afterschool program at MS 243 in Bronx, NY. The role supports the Program Director and Deputy Director in overseeing activities for 91 middle school participants, ensuring safety, learning, and family engagement.

The position requires supervision experience, bilingual English/Spanish, and credentials with DOH/OCFS, with opportunities to lead program expansion and staff development. On-site Monday–Friday, 10 AM–6 PM.