50200 Village Academy - SONYC - Assistant Director

The Child Center of NY•New York, NY

3d•$26 - $27

About The Position

The Assistant Program Director (APD) supports the Program Director in managing daily operations and ensuring safe, high-quality programming. The role supervises staff, helps monitor compliance, and maintains effective communication with stakeholders. As the site’s Inclusion Coordinator, the APD helps ensure that all participants, including youth with disabilities and English Language Learners, receive appropriate accommodations and equitable access to program services. The APD works with the Associate Vice President of Youth Development, School-Based Wellness Programming, to access guidance, resources, and training that strengthen inclusion and behavioral health supports. The APD assists with planning, implementing, and monitoring program activities; staff scheduling, supervision, and logistics; and maintaining a visible presence during program hours. The role observes programming, coaches staff, and helps ensure compliance with agency and DYCD requirements. Inclusion responsibilities include developing and managing Individualized Accommodation Plans, maintaining Student Behavioral Support Plans and Logs, coordinating direct and indirect supports, and communicating with DYCD about specialized supports beyond the program’s reasonable accommodation capacity. The APD collaborates with The Child Center’s Behavioral Health Division, school partners, community providers, families, and staff to provide integrated and inclusive support. The role supports staff onboarding, training, and coaching in inclusive practices and behavior support strategies; models professional development focused on inclusion, equity, and trauma-informed care; and promotes communication and collaboration among staff, families, and school teams. The APD also communicates regularly with families about participant needs, accommodations, and progress, collaborates with community organizations to improve access to specialized services, and supports family and community events that highlight inclusion and celebrate diversity. Work is performed primarily in school and office settings and requires regular movement throughout program and school spaces. The position may involve off-site travel for field trips, training, and meetings.

Requirements

Associate’s Degree or equivalent experience required.
At least 3 years of experience working with youth in educational or community settings.
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Experience supporting children and youth with disabilities and/or English Language Learners.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic data entry systems.
Maintain consistent attendance, professionalism, and adherence to agency policies.
Communicate effectively with staff, participants, and families.
Demonstrate initiative, flexibility, and accountability in daily work.
Uphold confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and DYCD guidelines.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field.
Bilingual in Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, Bengali, Haitian Creole, or another language relevant to the community.

Responsibilities

Assist in planning, implementing, and monitoring program activities to align goals with the agency mission and participant needs.
Support staff scheduling, supervision, and program logistics.
Maintain a visible presence during program hours to support safety, engagement, and service quality.
Observe programming, provide coaching and feedback, and help ensure compliance with agency and DYCD requirements.
Serve as Inclusion Coordinator and help participants, families, and staff identify and access tools and resources, including those provided by DYCD, to address special needs.
Develop and manage Individualized Accommodation Plans and maintain Student Behavioral Support Plans and Logs.
Coordinate direct services, such as paraprofessionals for students with disabilities and bilingual staff for English Language Learners, as well as indirect supports such as referrals to NYCPS professionals for screening or diagnosis.
Communicate with DYCD about specialized supports, such as paraprofessionals, nurses, or transportation, that exceed the program’s reasonable accommodation capacity.
Collaborate with The Child Center’s Behavioral Health Division, the AVP of YD SBMH Programming, school partners, and community providers to support inclusive services for youth.
Support staff onboarding, training, and coaching in inclusive practices and behavior support strategies.
Participate in and model professional development focused on inclusion, equity, and trauma-informed care.
Promote positive communication and collaboration among staff, families, and school teams.
Communicate regularly with families about student needs, accommodations, and progress.
Collaborate with school-based partners and community organizations to improve access to specialized services.
Support the planning and facilitation of family and community events that highlight inclusive practices and celebrate diversity.