Director of Education Programs (4108)

THE SALVATION ARMY • Tulsa, OK

23h

About The Position

Plans, develops, implements, and evaluates of all educational programs within the center ensuring that youth receive comprehensive academic support, enrichment activities, and life skills development opportunities, while collaborating with staff and community partners to achieve positive educational outcomes. Incorporates opportunities for youth to gain competency in STEAMM (science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics) and music. Ensures that youth develop key academic skills, including research and study skill. Provides opportunities for college, career readiness, vocational preparation, and workforce development. Serves as a liaison with Corps programming staff to identify and incorporate mission alignment and outcomes. May be responsible for safely transporting center members and staff to or from school, activities, or programs and correctly reporting the assigned vehicle's maintenance, cleanliness, and safety needs. Participates in the Salvation Army’s ministry advancement by collaborating with the Salvation Army Officers to ensure Red Shield Youth Centers provide an engaging, enriching and empowering environment where youth develop Christ-like character, preparing them to become tomorrow’s leaders. Operational Standards: Assisting to ensuring all Tier 3 Red Shield Youth Center operational standards are implemented and maintained. Essential Functions: This job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of this position. The incumbent may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this job description.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in education, from an accredited college or technical/vocational school in youth development, or a related field
• Three years of proven experience in managing educational programs for youth, preferably in an after-school or community center setting.
• Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Valid State Driver’s License
• Must be able to obtain CPR and First Aid certification.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree preferred.
• Teacher Certification/VALID Teaching license.

Responsibilities

• Plans and oversees the administration and analysis of organizational-wide education curriculum and activities that support The Salvation Army Red Shield Youth Centers Youth Education and Development Strategy.
• Designs and manages a robust educational curriculum aligned with academic standards, including tutoring programs, homework assistance, STEM activities, literacy initiatives, and college and career readiness workshops.
• Responsible for the administration of educational programs by overseeing educational programs and training at each Center; ensure the completion of required reports [particularly for grant/restricted funded programs]; and prepare any required interagency reports.
• Serves as the lead for educational program quality issues, coaching, training and respond accordingly.
• Oversees the provision of day-to-day education program activities in accordance with established standards and goals.
• Develop and manage the education program budget, ensuring efficient allocation of resources.
• Collaborates with the Director of Programs & Community Engagement build relationships with local schools, libraries, colleges, and other community organizations to access additional educational resources and support for youth and to maintain strong and intentional links to the school day.
• Collaborates with the Director of Program Services & Impact, recruit, hire, and train educational staff, including tutors and program instructors, to effectively deliver educational programs and maintain high quality standards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director