Senior Director, Children’s Programs

Metropolitan Ministries Inc; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision, dental coverage

PTO for full-time and part-time staff

401K with employer match

Life Insurance $15,000 provided by the

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition reimbursement

Training and career development

YMCA membership discount

Job summary

Metropolitan Ministries in Tampa seeks a Senior Director, Children’s Programs to lead therapeutic education and after-school services for homeless children and families. You will supervise the CREATE Early Learning and Out-of-Schooltime programs and ensure high-quality, trauma-informed care across services.

The role requires a Master’s degree and experience in related programs, with a focus on collaboration with community partners and staff development.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in education, social work, mental health counseling, or related field.
• Experience working in early learning and/or out-of-schooltime programming.
• Must be knowledgeable about homeless issues and trauma; willingness to continue education.
• Director credentials and supervision experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise program service delivery to ensure quality care and licensing compliance.
• Hire, supervise, evaluate, and train staff in CREATE programs.
• Ensure evidence-based techniques meet children's needs.
• Facilitate staff access to external continuing education opportunities.
• Build relationships with colleges, universities, and community partners to enhance service effectiveness.
• Represent CREATE – Early Learning in trainings, meetings, and community events.
• Oversee planning, budget compliance, data collection, and reporting for grants.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Team leadership

Communication skills

English proficiency

Education

Master’s degree

Experience in early learning/out-of-schooltime

Homelessness knowledge

Director credentials preferred

Job description

Description

About Us:

• If you’re looking for an opportunity to transform the lives of poor and homeless men, women, and children in your community, we may have a job for you.
• Since 1972, Metropolitan Ministries has been providing life-changing solutions for those who are homeless and at risk of becoming homeless in Tampa Bay.
• We are a grassroots, donor, and volunteer-fueled community nonprofit. At Metropolitan Ministries, we serve families in Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco, Polk and Hernando counties with compassion, practical help, and a willingness to make a huge difference.

What we offer:

Salary: $70,000 - $75,000

Group health, vision, and dental coverage at affordable rates, along with family coverage if you choose to purchase it.

Preventative care is 100% covered (free) on all plans.

PTO is offered to full-time and part-time employees.

11 days of PTO and 10 paid holidays annually.

Option to participate in the 401K plan with employer match.

$15,000 in employee Life Insurance paid for by Metropolitan Ministries.

Employee Assistance Program

Option to participate in supplemental group insurance plans at affordable rates.

Tuition reimbursement program

Training and career development.

Discounted membership at the YMCA.

Job Functions:

According to the organization's mission and vision, the Senior Director, Children’s Programs provides dynamic and responsive leadership for educational and social-emotional programs for all school-age children. This position supervises the CREATE Early Learning and Out-of-Schooltime program, a therapeutic early learning and out-of-schooltime program primarily serving homeless children, teens (infants -12th grade), and their families.

Essential Responsibilities:

CREATE Early Learning and Out-of-Schooltime Programs

1. Supervise program service delivery to ensure quality care and compliance with all licensing and accreditation guidelines.
2. Support the process of hiring, supervision, performance evaluations and training of staff in the CREATE programs.
3. Ensure that the techniques used are evidence-based and suited to meet the needs of the children.
4. Facilitate staff access to external continuing education opportunities as indicated.
5. Build relationships with community partners such as colleges and Universities, provider of comparable services, neighborhood leaders and agencies that, working together with us will, enhance the effectiveness of Ministries’ services.
6. Represent CREATE – Early Learning in ECE Quality trainings, association meetings, and community events.

Youth Programs

1. Supervise and support the Manager of Youth Program.
2. Oversee planning, budget compliance, data collection, and reporting for grants and funders.
3. Hold staff accountable for all program planning, data reporting, grant reporting, donor reporting, and KPIs.
4. Facilitate partnerships with grant organizations and donors such as Lamplighters and other community partners.

Education Transition

1. Supervise and support the Education Transition Coordinator.
2. Oversee support for transitioning families to determine and assist with school needs, including but not limited to school enrollment, assistance with transportation, assistance with school uniforms and shoes, assistance with Individual Education Plans or 504 plans, etc.
3. Understand county, state, and federal guidelines governing homeless and special education rights, and advocate accordingly.
4. Coordinate and communicate regularly with the HELP team coordinator for the Hillsborough County Public Schools (HCPS), Project Promise, and any other schools with their own local education agency (LEA).
5. Provide support for the annual Back to School Bash.

Universal Expectations

1. Ensure all notes and assessments are updated in a Metropolitan Ministries-approved data tracking system and that Key Performance Indicators are tracked and monitored.
2. Oversee appropriate implementation and modifications of policies and procedures as necessary.
3. Monitor ongoing progress, needs, and support services for children. Ensures families are linked to services and natural support systems as needed.
4. Support the process of hiring, supervision, performance evaluations, and training of staff in the programs.
5. Successfully supervise staff to ensure trauma-informed interactions with all clients and that staff maintain professional boundaries.
6. Conduct routine staff meetings to develop the early learning and out-of-schooltime team.
7. Responsible for data tracking and outcome reporting in compliance with all other major grant allotments.
8. Oversee all financial aspects of the programs, including school readiness funding management.
9. Coordinate with all Client Care staff to ensure service delivery best meets the needs of the children.
10. Participate in children’s coordination and programs team meetings.
11. Meet personal goals and actively contribute to the achievement of team and organizational targets/goals as stated on the KPI and in the annual plan. Attend required staff meetings and on-going trainings. Complete other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Education and Experience:

Master’s degree in education, social work, mental health counseling, or related field. Graduate degree from an accredited university. Experience working in early learning and/or out-of-schooltime programming. Must be knowledgeable about homeless issues, with experience working with individuals with trauma, and/or be willing to seek continuing education related to the homeless population. Director’s credentials preferred. Supervision experience preferred. Bilingual is a plus.

Skills Requirements:

Must be able to work within a multi-disciplinary team framework; strong interpersonal skills; strong oral and written communications skills; dependability; demonstrates maturity and sensitivity to cultural and individual differences in clients served; ability to handle job related matters in a professional, diplomatic, and confidential manner; willing to work with minimal supervision, yet be able to accept direction; well organized and detail oriented.

Physical Requirements:

Hearing and speaking ability, which allows for effective oral communication; physical and emotional stamina to effectively handle job related issues and stress.

Other:

Must demonstrate legal authorization to work in the United States. Must be able to communicate effectively in English. Prefer valid FL drivers license with a good driving record and insured vehicle in order to transport self and clients when necessary. Must pass applicable pre-employment background screening procedures.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that includes partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving individuals throughout our local communities. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, Veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal state and local ordinances.

Metropolitan Ministries is committed to offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at 813-209-1083 or via email at [e-mail]

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