After School Site Director (26-27 School Year)

Kids in the Game•New York, NY

1d•$30 - $32•Hybrid

About The Position

Kids in the Game is seeking energetic, organized, and team-oriented After School Site Directors for the 2026-2027 school year. This part-time role involves leading after-school programs at elementary schools in NYC, focusing on daily implementation, safety, and fostering a positive environment for approximately 30-100 students. Site Directors will supervise staff, manage operations, build relationships with families and school partners, and ensure programs align with Kids in the Game's mission and values. The position requires travel to the Kids in the Game office in Manhattan weekly and to NYC schools for training. There is potential for summer employment at a Kids in the Game summer camp.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood or K-12 Education, Psychology, Social Work, Physical Education, or a related field is strongly preferred.
At least 3-4 years of experience working with children ages 4-11 in academic or recreational settings (summer camp, after school, tutoring programs).
At least 2 years of prior leadership experience (leading a team of staff and/or programs with 50+ children).
Strong interpersonal skills to work with different age groups (children, staff, parents) and partner with schools to support children’s physical and emotional needs.
Ability to communicate at a high level by email, internal chat messenger (Slack), in-person, and on the phone.
Demonstrate personal organizational skills - manage their time and tasks independently, complete administrative record keeping and data entry tasks.
Ability to problem solve quickly, communicate effectively, and display good judgment when operating a youth program.
Up-to-date physical exam and tuberculosis test documentation will be required before starting.
Must pass Federal and NY State background checks and be willing to complete NYC Department of Education fingerprinting before starting.
CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications are a plus.

Nice To Haves

Potential to work during the summer (July - August) at a Kids in the Game summer camp as part of a camp leadership team.
Experience with Mandated Reporter and Sexual Harassment Prevention trainings.
Experience with TalentLMS.
Experience with Paycom, Asana, After School Site Hubs, and LineLeader.
Experience with Slack, Gmail, Aircall.

Responsibilities

Serve as the lead on-site representative of Kids in the Game at a designated after school site, overseeing program structure, transitions, and schedules.
Report to the after school program by 2pm each day & clock in via Paycom (12:30pm for sites with half-day programs).
Supervise a team of 5–15 part-time staff, including newly hired and seasoned youth development workers.
Lead daily huddles and weekly team meetings to set expectations, review plans, and address challenges.
Conduct regular program walkthroughs and observations to provide staff feedback and uphold quality.
Ensure high-quality programming, smooth transitions, daily schedules, and consistent staff performance.
Monitor, document, and address behavioral and safety concerns.
Facilitate parent and family communication and respond to incidents, questions, or concerns.
Provide daily and weekly updates to the Program Manager related to program operations, enrollment, programming, supplies & equipment, behavioral/safety incidents, staff performance, family engagement, and partner communications.
Design weekly and monthly program schedules and calendar of events, including Sports & Games, Creative Club, Discover Club, Movement, Special Events, and Parent Play Nights.
Build engaging weekly schedules using Program Design resources and activities in the Coaches Portal, adjusting for participant needs and site capacity.
Implement the Kids in the Game Specialized Units and signature programming (if applicable).
Plan and support the staff in facilitating hands-on activities in key areas such as STEM, art, team games, movement, and special events.
Align daily programming with monthly themes and ensure participants are learning new games, sports, and STEAM skills.
Prepare and lead site-specific celebrations, including painting class, family showcases, talent shows, and holiday events.
Support vendor relationships and coordinate enrichment instructor schedules and logistics (enrichment after school sites).
Provide feedback to Program Design team on activity implementation, participant engagement, and activity adjustments through weekly reports.
Maintain accurate attendance, incident, and schedule records using shared platforms including Paycom, Asana, After School Site Hubs, and LineLeader.
Track daily data: attendance, drop-in enrollments, injuries and incidents (participants & staff), customer inquiries, staff absences and lateness.
Review and update staff timesheets on a weekly/biweekly basis in Paycom.
Communicate with internal departments via Slack, Gmail, and phone calls.
Post regular (weekly/biweekly) program updates via Slack and complete monthly newsletters.
Communicate with registered families through Aircall, Gmail, and company-approved communication channels.
Collect and share program feedback through staff surveys, Slack channels, and informal conversations.
Complete administrative tasks including collecting lesson plans and updating supplies and inventory logs.
Maintain a well-organized and clean office or storage space at the school.
Review annual program budget and plan how to spend the budget to support programming activities, special events, supplies and purchasing, staff appreciation, and parent events.
Purchase supplies in collaboration with the Program Manager and Operations Department; follow the appropriate supplies purchasing protocol.
Ensure that all purchases are tracked in the budget and receipts are submitted within 2 days of purchase.
Work with the Enrollment Coordinator and Finance Team to manage billing, collect and track payments, and reduce outstanding registration balances.
Manage family communications related to balances and outstanding payments via email, phone, and in-person meetings.
Model inclusive practices and promote a culture of belonging for staff, families, and school partners and support staff.
Represent Kids in the Game at school-sponsored events, family meetings, open houses, and registration events.
Lead special programming efforts such as themed events, family engagement nights, and Parent Play Nights.
Work with the Program Manager and the People & Culture Department to discuss staff ratios and scheduling needs.
Recommend coach placements based on skills and program fit; submit coach feedback to the People & Culture Department.
Help onboard new staff by walking them through site routines, coaching practices, communication protocols, and daily expectations.
Provide regular reminders, feedback, and coaching to the staff to help them become stronger coaches.
Document and address staff performance concerns or incidents through memos and PDFs in Paycom to issue verbal and written warnings.
Administer staff performance reviews twice per year in collaboration with the People & Culture Department.
Complete a self-assessment twice per year (fall and spring) and receive a supervisor assessment from designated Program Manager.
Monitor on-site safety of participants and staff, train staff on safety protocols, and intervene when incidents arise.
Complete daily incident and injury reports; follow the incident documentation and communication process thoroughly and in a timely manner (24-48 hrs).
Provide regular reminders about health and safety protocols, including supervision ratios, safe play and equipment use, hydration and breaks, physical contact, harassment and bullying, etc.