Program Coordinator, After-School Programming
About The Position
Harlem Children’s Zone (HCZ), a world-renowned education and poverty-fighting organization based in New York, seeks an enthusiastic, dedicated, and mission-aligned Program Coordinator to support our After-School Programs. The Program Coordinator will bring a passion for the mission of Harlem Children's Zone: breaking the cycle of intergenerational poverty through comprehensive, on-the-ground programming that creates opportunities for children and families to thrive in school, work, and life. The Program Coordinator will join a team that provides academic support, leadership development, and high school and college preparation opportunities for youth across HCZ’s After-School Programs. The ideal candidate will provide effective leadership and support key programmatic functions including operational planning, resource management, staff development, curriculum implementation, and cross-site collaboration. The Program Coordinator serves as an integral member of the management team and reports to the Director and Assistant Director.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree preferred in Education, Youth Development, Human Services, Social Work, Recreation, Nonprofit Management, or a related field
- Equivalent combinations of education, training, and relevant professional experience will be considered
- 2+ years of experience working directly with youth in an after-school, education, youth development, nonprofit, recreation, or community-based setting
- Experience coordinating programs, activities, events, or services that support youth development and participant engagement
- Experience supervising, coaching, or supporting staff, interns, volunteers, or program participants
- Demonstrated ability to build positive relationships with youth, families, school personnel, and community partners
- Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including after-school hours, based on program need
Nice To Haves
- Experience using data, documentation, or reporting tools to track participation, monitor outcomes, and support program improvement preferred
Responsibilities
- Support the day-to-day operations of the after-school program to ensure a safe, engaging, and high-quality experience for participants
- Supervise, coach, and develop frontline staff, providing ongoing feedback, training, and support to promote strong program outcomes
- Monitor student attendance, participation, and engagement, implementing strategies to improve retention and overall program success
- Foster positive relationships with students, families, school personnel, and community partners to support participant growth and achievement
- Assist in the development and implementation of curriculum, enrichment activities, and programming that align with organizational goals and participant needs
- Utilize data and program metrics to monitor performance, identify trends, and support continuous improvement efforts
- Coordinate program events, meetings, and activities that enhance the overall participant and family experience
- Ensure compliance with HCZ, funder, and program policies, procedures, and safety standards
- Collaborate with site leadership and cross-functional teams to strengthen program quality and achieve established goals
- Prepare reports, maintain accurate records, and perform other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Highly competitive base salaries
- Paid time off
- Employee referral bonus
- Career advancement
- No-cost health insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-and long-term disability
- Additional voluntary benefits
- Wellness discounts
- Commuter benefits
- Financial wellness perks
- Additional Benefits (Discounts on flights, hotels, theme parks, concert tickets, and more.)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
