Elementary Reading Programs Manager

Apex for Youth; New York (NY); On-site; USD 64,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Apex for Youth seeks a Reading Programs Manager to lead the Read with Apex initiatives for young students. The role includes program management, volunteer oversight, and partnership development while promoting educational opportunities for underserved youth. Ideal candidates are proactive team players with strong communication skills.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Disability insurance

Qualifications

• 3-4 years experience working with youth preferred.
• Fluency in Mandarin and written competency in Chinese preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of the Read with Apex programs including program design and volunteer supervision.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with partner schools and organizations.

Skills

Communication Skills

Relationship Building

Problem Solving

Education

BA or BS

Job description

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Base pay range

$64,500.00/yr - $70,000.00/yr

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ABOUT US

Apex for Youth empowers underserved Asian and immigrant youth from low-income families in NYC to unlock their potential and a world of possibility. Through programming focusing on health and well-being, education, and community engagement, Apex for Youth creates transformative social connections and celebrates cultural identity to build the confidence and self-efficacy of future generations.

Apex serves approximately 2,000 students annually from Kindergarten through their post-secondary years. We provide children and young adults with opportunities to develop strong relationships with adults who volunteer as consistent and caring mentors and role models.

POSITION SUMMARY

Apex’s Elementary Enrichment Programs address the educational, social, and emotional needs of elementary students through enrichment programs, family nights, and community events. Elementary sessions take place on Saturdays from October - May. Elementary also offers summer programming during July - August. These programs are run by staff with support from volunteers.

The Reading Programs Manager will oversee our Saturday Read with Apex (RWA) Programs for Kindergarten to 2nd Grade youth held online and in lower Manhattan/Chinatown. In addition, the Reading Programs Manager will also provide additional support and collaboration with Elementary Enrichment programs that serve students and families. This position will report to the Associate Director of Elementary Programs.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Program Management (50%)

• Oversee all aspects of the online and in-person Read with Apex programs including program design, curriculum development, session facilitation, and supervision of program volunteers, in collaboration with other Program Managers;
• Support and collaborate with other elementary program managers where needed;
• Provide supervision and ongoing support for Part-Time Facilitators;
• Provide weekly on-site supervision and support at all scheduled Saturday sessions;
• Collaborate with the Mental Health Services department to support Elementary youth on the Mental Health Services caseload;
• Support collection and analysis of program data, including tracking enrollment and attendance, and implementing surveys to students and volunteers for feedback, and ensuring timely, accurate entry of data into Salesforce;
• Oversee the placement, training and management of volunteers to ensure quality interactions between volunteers and youth with the support of other Program Managers;
• Along with the team, interview prospective volunteers and support volunteer intake;
• Communicate with volunteers about session logistics and provide feedback on their participation/performance;

Partnerships & Events (20%)

• Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with partner schools and organizations;
• Recruit and enroll youth from partner schools and organizations into programming;
• Oversee all communication and support for students/families, volunteers, partner schools, and external facilitators;
• Support additional Elementary programming, such as Break Programming and Summer Rising, and collaborate with other Elementary program staff;
• Assist with the planning for and occasionally run Elementary community events, including Family Nights, field trips, and the annual holiday party, book fair, and field day;
• Liaise with the Development department for fundraising needs, including collaborating with corporate partners;

Other Duties (5%)

• Attend all program and leadership meetings, as necessary
• Perform other duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS

• BA or BS preferred
• 3-4 years experience working with youth preferred;
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong ability and interest in building community and genuine relationships;
• Proactive nature and self-starter, ability to problem-solve autonomously;
• Enjoys working closely with a team, as well as independently;
• Ability to work on Saturdays, and take Sunday-Monday as the weekend
• Spoken fluency in Mandarin and written competency in Chinese preferred but not required

HOW TO APPLY

Please send your resume and cover letter to Isabelle St.Clair at [e-mail] and include “Elementary Reading Programs Manager ” in the subject line.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Administrative, Education, and Project Management

• Industries

  Non-profit Organizations, Education, and Primary and Secondary Education

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Disability insurance

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