Youth OST Program Lead: Culture, Learning & Leadership

Santa Clara Pueblo; Espanola (NM); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Santa Clara Pueblo Administrative in Espanola, NM seeks an OST Program Manager to plan, coordinate, implement, and evaluate high-quality out-of-school time programs for youth ages 3–18, emphasizing academic success, cultural identity, wellness, and leadership.

The role collaborates with families and community partners, supervising staff and volunteers, and includes transportation and evening/weekend activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (or higher) preferred; relevant experience may substitute for education.
• Minimum of three years' experience with youth programs, afterschool programs, education, or youth development initiatives.
• Minimum of one year of supervisory or program coordination experience preferred.
• Experience working with Native American communities strongly preferred.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and extended hours during program periods.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and implement youth-centered OST programs including afterschool, summer, weekend, and intersession activities.
• Coordinate academic enrichment programs such as tutoring, homework support, literacy development, STEM enrichment, and study skills.
• Develop programming that supports Native language learning, cultural identity, and connection to Santa Clara Pueblo traditions.
• Implement youth leadership, mentoring, service learning, and career exploration opportunities.
• Promote youth wellness through activities that support social-emotional development, healthy lifestyles, and positive peer relationships.
• Oversee daily operations of OST programs including scheduling, staffing coordination, participant supervision, transportation, and facility usage.
• Maintain program enrollment, attendance, and participation records, as well as periodic reports.
• Monitor program quality and evaluate program effectiveness to ensure outcomes are being met.
• Safely drive 15-passenger vans and GSA vehicles to support transportation for program activities.
• Coordinate events that engage families, elders, and community members including but not limited to cultural nights, youth show cases, and community learning activities.
• Encourage youth participation in community service, cultural events, and tribal initiatives.
• Recruit, supervise, and evaluate OST/Recreation program staff, tutors, youth mentors, contractors and volunteers.
• Provide training and guidance in youth development practices, program safety, and culturally responsive programming.
• Facilitate regular staff meetings to review youth progress, program activities, and operational needs.
• Collaborate with local schools, tribal departments, and community partners to strengthen youth programming and align academic support.
• Promote OST programming through outreach to families and community members.
• Coordinate with cultural leaders and elders to support culturally grounded programming for youth.
• Schedule, manage and teach physical education/cultural movement classes.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director or Deputy Director.
• Promote and model a positive youth development approach in all interactions with youth and families.
• Research and pursue resources that support program growth and sustainability.

Skills

Youth development

Staff supervision

Community engagement

Communication

Multitasking

Cultural sensitivity

Evening/weekend flexibility

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education, Youth Development, Recreation, Social Work, Public Administration, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Mac OS

Job description

Santa Clara Pueblo Administrative in Espanola, NM seeks an OST Program Manager to plan, coordinate, implement, and evaluate high-quality out-of-school time programs for youth ages 3–18, emphasizing academic success, cultural identity, wellness, and leadership.

The role collaborates with families and community partners, supervising staff and volunteers, and includes transportation and evening/weekend activities.