26-27 Director of OST

Belmont Charter Network•Philadelphia, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Belmont Charter Network is a family of 5 community schools dedicated to promoting the academic, social, and emotional well-being of each child. Our mission is to provide each student with a high-quality education supported by services that meet the needs of the whole child. We are a mission-centered organization that has grown since its founding over 20 years ago. Our approach is grounded in trauma-informed practice. We believe that schools and learning should be joyful!

Requirements

Demonstrated skill in working with students from diverse cultural, economic, and ability backgrounds.
Creative problem-solving
A commitment to being a lifelong learner and to refining your craft
A knack for connecting with people across differences, including parents, colleagues, and students.
Bachelor's Degree in Child Development or Education is preferred
3 years of direct supervision of School Age/High School students
2 years in a supervisory role in an after school/daycare environment preferred
Basic knowledge of State licensing regulations for a Daycare Center, 21st Century Learning Center grants, ELRC, and/or PHMC OST grants preferred
Strong written and communication skills
Displays initiative and ability to follow through
Keen eye for details; sweats the small stuff
Strong organizational skills
Enthusiasm for youth development
Ability to work evenings and occasional weekends

Responsibilities

Set the vision for daily out-of-school time programming for the site, including programming during the summer, professional development days, and holiday breaks when programming is on site
Research and implement evidence-based best practices into daily programming, including high-dosage tutoring
Organize culminating events and parent engagement programming
Plan educational field trips and assemblies
Provide leadership, direction, and supervision of coordinators and part-time after-school program staff
Organize weekly staff schedule
Hire and train staff
Observe and coach staff to work towards continuous quality improvement
Lead annual budget planning
Submit invoices and supply orders
Oversee all aspects of grant compliance, including annual audits, site visits, hitting enrollment and attendance goals, student enrollment packets and staff files
Communicate information clearly to parents, staff, superiors, partners, and other related parties regarding schedule, logistics, and goals of programs
Student and staff data compliance oversight
Communicate information clearly to parents, staff, superiors, partners, funders, and other related parties regarding schedule, logistics, and goals of programs
Participate in parent conferences as needed and in accordance with program regulations
Develop strong relationships with students to ensure psychological safety in the OST program
Engage with and plan alongside funders and community partners
Participate in school-based leadership team meetings and initiatives
Delegation of projects and tasks as needed to achieve goals
Other duties as assigned