Program Director - Afterschool

Imogenfoundation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Imogenfoundation is seeking a dedicated Program Director for their afterschool programs in a NYC public school. The role involves managing childcare activities, fostering relationships with stakeholders, and ensuring program safety and compliance. Ideal candidates will hold a BA/BS degree and possess significant experience in educational settings.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience with children in an educational or childcare setting.
• One year of management experience.
• Ability to work independently and in teams.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage program staff.
• Oversee onsite operations of the afterschool program.
• Develop relationships with stakeholders.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

BA or BS diploma in education or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

G-Suite

Job description

Description

Our programs are dedicated to supporting the social and emotional learning of participants by providing choice-based activities that empower student voices, and delivery methods that develop compassion, understanding and kindness. A Program Director (PD) in one of our afterschool programs is responsible for developing, implementing, staffing, managing and supervising childcare and enrichment activities serving elementary school children onsite in a NYC public school facility, every day that schools are in session. In addition to being responsible for all aspects of program operations, the PD will develop and maintain relationships with essential stakeholders, including: school administration, faculty and staff; inspectors from NYS DOH and other city and state agencies; parents and families, and - most importantly - children.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage a diverse program staff of varying levels of experience and skill
• Oversee all aspects of onsite operations of the afterschool program
• Develop and maintain relationships with important stakeholders
• Promote program within school community to increase enrollment
• Communicate regularly with families, school administrators and IF leadership
• Ensure program safety and compliance with all SACC regulations, DOE regulations and IF policies
• Provide professional development opportunities for staff
• Perform quality assessment and foster continual improvement
• Develop innovative programming that is responsive to the individual needs of participants
• Treat all people with compassion and kindness

Requirements

• Three years of experience working with children in an educational or child care setting
• One year of experience in an administrative, management and/or leadership position
• BA or BS diploma, preferably in education or related field
• Exemplary written and verbal communication skills
• Proven organizational, time management and leadership skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Ability to deliver and receive constructive feedback
• Excellent problem solving and interpersonal skills
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and G-Suite
• Knowledge of budgets and expense management
• Ability to manage multiple tasks
• Ability to maintain composure in high pressure situations, and continue treating all people with compassion and kindness