Academies Site Director - Commuter

Thrive Scholars•Los Angeles, CA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Thrive Scholars is seeking three (3) Site Directors (Dir), one for each of our three commuter academies in summer 2026. The Site Director will be the lead local daily operations of the summer programs at the assigned host University. Ensuring a positive, enriching, & safe experience for Scholars. The Site Director will be the primary Thrive on-site representative. The Site Director will administer program logistics, act as the main point of contact between campus and Thrive, support the development and implementation of programming, and provide supervision/support to the onsite team.

Requirements

Minimum of 3 years of experience working with youth in a full-time role
Experience managing people and programming in a learning environment, such as an summer camp, school, academic summer program, a residential high school or a college/university
Experience in and passion for working with a diverse community of high school & college students
Superior interpersonal skills & ability to build effective relationships with students, faculty, & staff
High level of dependability & strong commitment to ensuring the health & safety of participants at all times
Enthusiasm & ability to work in a high-energy environment, foster positivity & energy among high-school & college students
Ability to train/manage a team of professional staff and college-age staff members
Valid driver's license
Bachelor's degree required
Must pass a background check and complete required safety trainings

Nice To Haves

CPR & First Aid certification preferred
Experience in school counseling or social work preferred

Responsibilities

Serve as primary liaison with the host university for all operational and program matters while in session
Oversee daily management of program logistics, including budget, student transportation plan, and supplies
Track and manage class attendance and supporting classroom needs
Keep Thrive's Director of Academies informed via regular check-ins & communication; work collaboratively with Thrive staff to troubleshoot as necessary & implement approved decisions
Host staff meetings to provide feedback and guidance as needed to ensure strong performance for on-site team
In collaboration with Thrive program staff and site staff, co-lead student orientations
Assist with planning & chaperoning off-site field trips and special events
Monitor student safety, well-being, & program participation; provide support around student issues that may arise; & work as a liaison with parents, medical, mental health, or safety services, as needed
Support and monitor participants to ensure that students abide by Thrives Community Standards and attendance policies, and administer appropriate response for students who are not meeting expectations
Mediate conflicts among Scholars is needed
Maintain objectivity and strict confidentiality in all sensitive matters and with student information
Serves as point person for parents during the program