Program Manager, SAT Prep (Yonkers)

Yonkers Partners in Education (YPIE); City of Yonkers (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan with matching contributions

Flexible Spending Account

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

Partial cell phone reimbursement

Personalized staff learning opportunities

Job summary

Yonkers Partners in Education (YPIE) seeks a full-time Program Manager for SAT Prep in Yonkers, NY. This role focuses on providing targeted academic support through individualized tutoring for 11th-graders and small-group math sessions for younger students, aiming to enhance SAT performance. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and relevant teaching experience.

Salary ranges from $52,000 to $68,000, with comprehensive benefits including health insurance and retirement plans, promoting professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of teaching or facilitating student learning.
• Prior experience tutoring or teaching SAT, ACT, or high school Math.
• Flexibility to work evening and weekend hours.

Responsibilities

• Lead SAT Prep program delivery and instruction.
• Plan engaging SAT prep aligned with College Board standards.
• Analyze assessments to inform instruction.
• Support students in reaching academic goals.

Skills

Strong writing and public speaking skills

Organizational skills

Outcomes-focused orientation

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Organization Overview

YPIE creates pathways to college and career success with a focus on mid‑sized cities. Our proven approach is grounded in high expectations, personalized opportunities, and community partnerships. We envision a future where all young people are equipped to thrive in communities that support their pathways to success. Youth in mid‑sized cities often face significant barriers to achieving economic mobility and may lack the sustained support systems needed to navigate college and career pathways. Across Yonkers, Jersey City, and Nashville, YPIE partners with public schools and local organizations to provide students with a comprehensive 9th‑grade‑to‑career continuum of support through deep, high‑touch relationships, real‑world skill development, strong community and corporate partnerships, and a culture of high expectations paired with meaningful support.

Position Overview

The Program Manager, SAT Prep provides targeted academic support through direct instruction and individualized tutoring in SAT Prep for 11th‑grade students, and small‑group math tutoring for 9th‑ and 10th‑grade students needing foundational Algebra and Geometry skills. The role builds strong relationships with students, delivers engaging and confidence‑building test preparation, and equips students with the academic skills and strategies needed to improve SAT performance and expand postsecondary opportunities.

Responsibilities & Results

SAT Prep Instruction

• Lead the development and delivery of YPIE’s SAT Prep program; plan and facilitate engaging, data‑driven SAT instruction aligned to the College Board SAT, focusing on core content and test‑taking strategies.
• Plan and deliver engaging, high‑quality SAT preparation instruction aligned to College Board standards, including reading, writing and language, and math content.
• Teach effective test‑taking strategies, pacing techniques, and problem‑solving approaches to help students maximize performance under timed conditions.
• Administer and analyze diagnostic assessments and formative checks to identify skill gaps and inform instruction.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of students with varying skill levels, learning styles, and academic backgrounds.
• Provide individualized and small‑group academic support during class and during additional office hours at the YPIE College Zone and in schools to reinforce key concepts and address targeted needs.
• Support students in setting score goals, monitoring progress, and building confidence.

Student & Family Engagement

• Develop strong professional relationships with students to provide tutoring and foster self‑advocacy.
• Help connect students to critical YPIE and external resources as needed and hold students accountable to academic and testing milestones.
• Maintain active, collaborative relationships with key family figures to reinforce goals, address academic challenges, and communicate clearly and consistently about SAT timelines, expectations, and student progress.
• Collaborate with volunteers to assist in providing services to YPIE students.

Program Administration & Recruitment

• Manage student records and leverage YPIE data systems to monitor progress, identify challenges, and inform instructional decisions.
• Manage SAT program logistics, including schedules, assessments, materials, and testing timelines.
• Communicate proactively with internal staff and external stakeholders to ensure smooth execution of all SAT‑related activities.
• Recruit for a new cohort of YPIE Scholars each year, proactively collaborating with district partners to identify target students and deliver info sessions and presentations.

Values

• Expect more, holding ourselves and our students to high expectations and demonstrating fierce accountability.
• Pursue relentlessly, doing whatever it takes to achieve our goals with integrity, while sweating the details and never compromising on quality.
• Always learn, approaching our work with curiosity and a growth mindset, continuously seeking feedback and opportunities to improve.
• Drive results that matter, staying focused on impact, purpose, and measurable outcomes that create meaningful change for our students and community.
• Draw on collective strength, building strong relationships rooted in trust, and collaborating with partners and teammates to advance shared goals.

Candidate Qualifications

• Education and Experience
  • Bachelor’s degree
  • 2+ years of teaching/facilitating student learning (non‑traditional classroom experience welcome)
  • Prior experience tutoring or teaching SAT, ACT, or high school‑level Math
• Skills and Knowledge
  • Strong writing and public speaking skills
  • Proven organizational and program tracking skills
  • An outcomes‑focused orientation
• Personal Attributes
  • Ability to navigate partnerships with diverse stakeholders
  • Flexibility to work some evening and weekend hours based on program needs
  • A car and willingness to travel to program site(s)

The Most Competitive Applicants Will Possess

• Demonstrated success improving student SAT/ACT/math scores
• Teaching certification or certificate of eligibility
• Ability to see the big picture and sweat the small stuff at the same time
• Flexibility and adaptability; able to roll with the punches
• Spanish, Arabic, or other bilingual fluency a plus

You are likely to be successful in this role if

• You enjoy solving challenging problems to reach measurable outcomes.
• You thrive in an entrepreneurial environment where you will manage your own time and curriculum implementation to support each student.
• You are hungry for collaboration.

JOB DETAILS

• Location: In‑person across multiple program sites in Yonkers, NY
• Hours: Full‑time
• Calendar: 10‑month (summers off)
• Start Date: August 20
• Salary range: $52,000 to $68,000
• Reporting to: Director, Readiness
• Benefits: YPIE offers a competitive compensation and benefits package commensurate with experience. Benefits include:
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plan with matching contributions
• Flexible Spending Account
• Life insurance
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Partial cell phone reimbursement
• Personalized staff learning opportunities