Senior Program Manager, After-School Programs

New York Edge; New York (NY); On-site; USD 68,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

New York Edge in Bronx, NY, is seeking a Program Manager to oversee 6–8 after-school programs across K–12 schools in the five boroughs, ensuring high-quality operations and program success. Responsibilities include supervising Program Directors, ensuring contract compliance, developing curricula, recruiting and training staff, managing schedules and budgets, and supporting special events.

The ideal candidate embraces youth development, equity, and inclusive experiences for all participants;

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required (Education, Psychology, or Social Work preferred).
• Minimum of 18 college credits in Education from an accredited institution.
• Prior supervisory experience in urban education; teaching or afterschool management preferred.
• Completion of the 15-hour OCFS Health and Safety course within three months of hire (required for DOHMH compliance).

Responsibilities

• Supervise and train Program Directors in recruitment, staffing, scheduling, program design, and the Sports & Arts philosophy.
• Conduct regular site visits to evaluate program quality and provide constructive feedback.
• Support Program Directors in developing age-appropriate curricula and enrichment activities.
• Collaborate with school principals, funders, and other stakeholders to ensure strong partnerships and effective communication.
• Address parent concerns and manage incidents as needed.
• Promote professional growth of Program Directors and staff through coaching and feedback.
• Conduct ongoing program evaluations and support continuous improvement efforts.
• Other tasks might be assigned as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Staff development

Budgeting

Program design

Education

Bachelor’s degree required

18 college credits in Education

OCFS Health and Safety training (15 hours)

Supervisory experience in urban education

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word)

Job description

New York Edge in Bronx, NY, is seeking a Program Manager to oversee 6–8 after-school programs across K–12 schools in the five boroughs, ensuring high-quality operations and program success. Responsibilities include supervising Program Directors, ensuring contract compliance, developing curricula, recruiting and training staff, managing schedules and budgets, and supporting special events.

The ideal candidate embraces youth development, equity, and inclusive experiences for all participants;