After-School Director [PS 194]

Replications•Brooklyn, NY

7h•Onsite

About The Position

The Program Director oversees the daily operations of a school-based after-school program and provides leadership and supervision to staff to ensure program goals and student outcomes are achieved. As the on-site leader, the Program Director is responsible for the high-quality implementation of a DYCD-funded program (COMPASS/SONYC), with a focus on participant safety, regulatory compliance (DYCD, SACC, and organizational standards), and fiscal accountability. The Program Director serves as the primary liaison with the school principal and represents the program within the broader school community, including NYCPS staff, families, and community partners. The role leads the delivery of a dynamic program that includes academic enrichment, project-based learning, arts, sports, leadership development, and initiatives supporting students’ academic and social-emotional growth, including NYC Reads.

Requirements

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SACC Director Requirement
Statewide Central Registry clearance
Department of Health clearance
Bachelor’s degree in a child-related field (e.g., Education, Child Development, Psychology, Social Work) and at least two years of direct experience working with school-age children; or A minimum of three (3) years of supervisory or program management experience in youth development or educational settings.
Two years of college with 18 credits in Child Development, Elementary Education, Physical Education, Recreation or a related field

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of DYCD COMPASS and SONYC program requirements and experience working in partnership with NYCPS schools.
Demonstrated ability to supervise staff, manage program operations, oversee budgets, and maintain regulatory compliance.
Experience collaborating with school staff, families, and community partners.
Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with a commitment to youth development, student safety, educational equity, and culturally responsive practices.

Responsibilities

Ensure program activities align with DYCD COMPASS and SONYC requirements and organizational goals.
Oversee daily site operations to maintain a safe, structured, and compliant program environment.
Manage attendance tracking, data entry, and required documentation in DYCD Connect.
Supervise and support site staff, including the Assistant Program Director, Group Leaders, and Activity Specialists.
Conduct staff observations and evaluations and provide ongoing coaching and professional development.
Ensure compliance with SACC regulations, including supervision ratios, safety protocols, and staff credential requirements.
Monitor the site budget and coordinate vendor oversight in collaboration with the Regional Program Manager and fiscal team.
Serve as the primary point of contact with NYCPS school personnel, families, and community partners.
Lead recruitment and retention efforts to meet DYCD enrollment and attendance targets.
Support high‑quality programming across literacy, STEM, arts, civic engagement, and NYC Reads initiatives.
Coordinate inclusion supports and manage Individualized Accommodation Plans (IAPs) for participants with diverse needs.