Program Director After School/PS 386

Good Shepherd Services•Bronx, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Program Director is responsible for the overall development, implementation, and supervision of the after-school program, including summer camp. The role serves as a liaison to school staff and is responsible for carrying the culture and values of Good Shepherd Services. The Program Director coordinates enrichment activities and curricula, supports parent engagement, and provides daily crisis intervention for participants experiencing personal or school-related issues that affect behavior or attendance. The position works with school and community partners to align program activities with the school day and support students’ educational achievement. It also oversees reporting, expenditures, site safety and cleanliness, and compliance with Department of Health, DYCD, and COA accreditation requirements. The Program Director participates in weekly supervision, staff meetings, and required professional development, and collaborates with Good Shepherd Services peer programs and support departments. This position is based at Creston Campus, PS 386, at 125 E. 181st Street, Bronx, NY 10453. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., for 35 hours per week. The position is exempt, with a stated salary range of $67,600–$74,880.

Requirements

High school diploma.
Two years of direct experience working with children under 13 years old.
One year of administrative supervisory experience.
A New York State Children’s Program Administrator Credential, a School-Age Child Care Credential, or two years of college with 18 credits/an associate’s degree in child development, elementary education, physical education, recreation, or a related field.
Excellent organizational, budgeting, oral and written communication, and networking skills.
Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
Commitment to working from a strength-based and/or youth development perspective.

Responsibilities

Provide overall leadership and supervision for the after-school program, including summer camp.
Oversee coordination of enrichment activities and curricula.
Ensure implementation of parent engagement activities.
Provide daily crisis intervention with participants regarding personal and/or in-school issues that affect their behavior and attendance.
Develop linkages within the school and community.
Liaise with the principal and designated school staff to align activities with the school day.
Participate in appropriate school-based teams or committees.
Create linkages and provide feedback to programs within the school to support students and their educational achievement.
Complete required narrative and statistical reports.
Monitor program expenditures.
Ensure the safety, security, and cleanliness of the site.
Ensure program compliance with Department of Health, DYCD, and COA accreditation requirements.
Participate in weekly supervision.
Attend all staff meetings and required professional development activities.
Collaborate effectively with GSS Peer Programs and support departments, including Development, Finance, Program Evaluation, Human Resources, IT, and Training.
Perform other duties as assigned.