Education Director

Boys & Girls Clubs of San Francisco; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Education assistance

401(k)

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Life & Disability Insurance

Professional development

West Coast Bay Club membership

Job summary

Boys & Girls Clubs of San Francisco is seeking an Education Director to lead all academic programs for youth ages 6 to 18. You will supervise staff, manage the Learning Center, and build partnerships with schools and community organizations to promote academic success and post-secondary planning.

You will oversee literacy and tutoring initiatives, coordinate with program partners, and ensure program quality through regular check-ins.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of classroom teaching experience in traditional or non-traditional settings.
• Bachelor’s degree in education or a related field from an accredited college or university.
• Strong classroom management, behavior intervention, and discipline skills.
• Experience in curriculum development and working with school systems and educational advocacy.
• Experience serving youth from diverse ethnic, socioeconomic, and cultural backgrounds (grades 1–12).
• Excellent oral, written, and organizational communication skills.
• Valid Class B driver’s license (or ability to obtain within 90 days) to transport youth in BGCSF vehicles.
• Red Cross First Aid/CPR certification (or ability to obtain within 90 days).

Responsibilities

• Lead academic programs serving youth ages 6 to 18 under supervision.
• Supervise the Education Program Leader and manage Learning Center operations.
• Build partnerships with local schools and community organizations.
• Coordinate and oversee after-school literacy and tutoring initiatives.
• Ensure meaningful educational activities promote academic success and high school completion.

Skills

Classroom teaching experience

Classroom management

Behavior intervention

Curriculum development

Working with schools

Communication skills

Driver’s license (Class B)

First Aid/CPR certification

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education or related field

Job description

Boys & Girls Clubs of San Francisco — Tenderloin Clubhouse

San Francisco, CA | Monday - Friday, 35+ hours/week during the school year and 40 hours weekly in the summer, in person | Full-time

$33–$35/hr | Benefits Eligible

Why This Role Matters

Since 1891, Boys & Girls Clubs of San Francisco (BGCSF) has provided high-quality, community-based youth development services to youth in San Francisco. Our mission is to inspire and enable all young people, especially those from disadvantaged circumstances, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible, and caring citizens. We impact the lives of Club members, primarily ages 6 to 18, by focusing on academic success, healthy lifestyles, good character and community engagement, and job readiness with earning potential. We are nationally recognized for the high-quality of our programs and comprehensive approach to serving youth. Whether you’re joining our administrative team, a Clubhouse team, a School-Based Club team, or our Camp Mendocino team, you’ll be surrounded by enthusiastic, talented, and passionate colleagues who wake up every day ready to inspire young people to reach their full potential.

What You’ll Do

Under the direct supervision of the Clubhouse Director, the Education Director provides overall leadership, management, and direction for all academic programs and initiatives serving youth ages 6 to 18. This role supervises a full-time Program Leader position, oversees the Club’s Learning Center, manages department staff and volunteers, builds partnerships with local schools and community organizations, and ensures every Club member engages in meaningful educational activities designed to promote academic success, high school completion, and post‑secondary planning.

Direct Programming

• Host emerging reader small groups and literacy intervention programs
• Focus on K–12 academics, primarily through program facilitation
• Coordinate program space for full-time academic support partners (Aspire Tutors, Air Tutors, LearnUp, etc.)
• Co‑manage the Club’s decision‑making programs with the Program Leader (e.g., Diversity Journeys, Girl 2 Girl, Why Try, Be a Star)

School and Family Relationships

• Connect with school sites on a weekly basis
• Volunteer in Rosa Parks’ 2nd- and 5th-grade classrooms every other week and build a strong relationship with the school’s academic coordinator
• Volunteer weekly at the two school sites with the highest membership numbers to connect with members in the classroom and the larger community
• Facilitate connections between other directors and school sites and partners
• Communicate with schools and families regarding academic performance, and participate in (and invite other relevant staff to, if allowed and wanted) parent‑teacher conferences, IEP meetings, SST meetings, etc.
• Attend and table at after‑school functions (e.g., open houses, community nights, resource nights, school community events)

Creating and Managing Partnerships and Academic Events (Volunteers and Tutors)

• Manage outside partnerships and implement them into the Clubhouse schedule (e.g., Aspire Tutors, Air Tutors, Mission Science Workshop)
• Facilitate the academic volunteer experience and member match‑ups
• Provide weekly middle and high school leadership opportunities
• Volunteer with elementary youth who need literacy support (1:1 reading and writing)
• Collaborate with Education LIT/CIT staff to deliver LearnUp‑based phonics lessons with small groups
• Take the lead on academic community events inside the Clubhouse (e.g., Open House, Graduation, Club Spelling Bee, Quiz Bowl, showcases and shows, Science Fair)

Overseeing Academic Programs and Coaching Staff

• Formally supervise the Education Program Leader
• Liaise between the Program Leader, Middle School Services Director, and High School Services Director regarding youth academic performance
• Support academic programs, including Literacy, STEM, and Power Hour (K–12)
• Oversee program quality through monthly check‑ins and observations
• Co‑create and implement programming and curriculum in partnership with the Education Program Leader
• Manage the Club scholars roster and ensure staff complete biweekly academic check‑ins
• Work closely with the Club’s Behavioral Health Specialist to create behavior plans that support members’ successful program involvement

What You Bring

Required

• Minimum two years of classroom teaching experience in traditional or non‑traditional settings
• Bachelor’s degree in education or a related field from an accredited college or university
• Strong classroom management, behavior intervention, and discipline skills
• Experience in curriculum development and working with school systems and educational advocacy
• Experience serving youth from diverse ethnic, socioeconomic, and cultural backgrounds (grades 1–12)
• Excellent oral, written, and organizational communication skills
• Valid Class B driver’s license (or ability to obtain within 90 days) to transport youth in BGCSF vehicles
• Red Cross First Aid/CPR certification (or ability to obtain within 90 days)

Preferred

• Deep understanding of current trends in after‑school education, measurement, evaluation, and child and adolescent development theories
• Specific experience focusing on middle and high school grades (6–12)
• Commitment to ongoing professional development
• Strong computer proficiency (Windows, Microsoft Office, database systems, and record management)

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift 25 lbs.
• Must be able to stand for at least 2 hours consecutively.
• Must be able to sit at a computer workstation for long periods of time.

Why BGCSF

• Comprehensive health benefits, including employer contributions
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Education assistance
• Pre‑tax Transportation Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Generous Paid Time Off program
• Paid Holidays
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Professional development opportunities
• Free all‑location West Coast Bay Club membership (for FT & PT after 90 days)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan: Pre‑tax savings program with a discretionary employer contribution for eligible employees after completing one year of service.

Compensation

The wage range for this position is $33–$35 per hour. Final compensation is determined based on a range of factors, including skill set, experience, training, certifications, and organizational needs. Candidates may be hired at the entry, mid, or senior level of the range, depending on qualifications and position requirements.

Pre-Employment Requirements

As part of the hiring process, BGCSF requires candidates to complete LiveScan fingerprinting, a background check, and a tuberculosis (TB) evaluation or test.

Disclaimer

This job description outlines the general nature and level of work expected in this role. It is not intended as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. BGCSF reserves the right to reassign or relocate employees as needed.