Program Manager -Community Schools

Chicago Youth Centers; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established community-focused organization is seeking a Program Manager to lead impactful afterschool initiatives that foster 21st-century skills and emotional growth in children. This role involves overseeing program implementation, engaging with families and community partners, and ensuring compliance with educational standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in youth development, excellent communication skills, and a passion for making a difference in the lives of children. Join a dedicated team committed to enriching the lives of over 3,000 children and families each year.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

403B

AFLAC Insurance

Pet Insurance

Qualifications

• 5+ years in youth development, preferably in a community setting.
• Strong communication skills and bilingual abilities are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and implementation of afterschool programs.
• Cultivate relationships with schools and community partners.
• Ensure compliance with contracts and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Youth Development

Communication Skills

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Leadership

Program Coordination

Education

Associate’s Degree

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Access

Job description

Description

Do you want a career that impacts the community? Do you have a desire to work somewhere that changes children’s lives?

Join Chicago Youth Centers as we serve over 3,000 children and families each year!

Title: Program Manager -Community Schools

Company: Chicago Youth Centers (CYC)

Website: chicagoyouthcenters.org

Compensation: $45,000 – $50,000

Classification: Full Time; Exempt

Reports to: Director of Community Schools

Supervisor Responsibilities: Yes

Location: Minnie Miñoso Academy at 3527 S. Wallace St and Phillip Randolph School at 7316 S. Hoyne Ave (Chicago, IL)

Schedule: 8:30a - 5:00p; Monday - Friday; schedule varies depending on program needs

Purpose: The Program Manager is responsible for planning, implementing, and overseeing school-based afterschool programming that focuses on teaching 21st century skills and fostering social-emotional growth.

Responsibilities:

• Leadership and Oversight: Provide leadership and oversight for the 21st AVE sites, ensuring that all activities align with the program’s goals of fostering 21st-century skills and social-emotional development.
• Program Coordination: Lead the planning, implementation, evaluation, and documentation of afterschool programming. Mentor and train program staff and volunteers to deliver high-quality, student-centered activities that integrate seamlessly with the school environment.
• Partnership Development: Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with school leadership, teachers, and community partners. Develop collaborative agreements to support the delivery of comprehensive afterschool programming.
• Community Engagement: Represent CYC in community group and partner meetings to enhance program visibility, facilitate communication, and promote collaboration. Engage with students, families, and community stakeholders to ensure programming meets the needs of the school community.
• Compliance and Reporting: Oversee the local management of assigned contracts and grants, ensuring compliance with all standards, policies, and procedures. Maintain accurate and up-to-date database records and reporting systems in accordance with agency standards.
• Family Engagement: Build and maintain relationships with parents and families, providing opportunities for involvement in afterschool programs. Develop and implement family engagement activities and ensure consistent communication with the families of CYC youth.
• Program Development: Design, train, and model experiential, project-based lesson plans that develop key skills in communication, collaboration, creativity, and critical thinking. Prepare youth for key transitions and ensure that programming is aligned with the needs and goals of the school community.
• Additional Responsibilities: Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Community Schools to support the successful implementation and growth of the 21st AVE program.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Associate’s Degree required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Minimum of five (5) years of youth development and related experience, preferably in a community-based setting with two (2) years of demonstrated competence and leadership in the field of youth development
• Desire and plan to meet the required educational qualifications set forth by funding sources
• Advancing Youth Development Certificate, Youth Worker Certification Levels I and II (may acquire at the first opportunity)
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
• Bilingual language abilities (English/Spanish) is a plus
• Computer expertise (MS Word, Excel, Access, etc.)
• Energetic and outgoing personality
• Must be willing to work a flexible work schedule, and support neighboring schools (Miñoso and Randolph), including some weekends to meet program needs

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, 403B, AFLAC (Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurances), Pet Insurance

Chicago Youth Centers is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer and drug-free workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. Chicago Youth Centers will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

***This job description is not intended to represent a complete list of all duties and responsibilities. There may be unplanned activities and other duties assigned.***