Program Director After School - MS129

Good Shepherd Services•Bronx, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Program Director is responsible for the overall development, implementation, and supervision of the COMPASS afterschool program at MS129, both in person and virtually. The role serves as a liaison to school staff and is responsible for required documentation and reports. The Program Director leads program operations, supervises staff, coordinates enrollment and activities, supports families and participants, maintains community partnerships, monitors the budget and program evaluation, and ensures compliance with applicable regulatory and accreditation requirements. The position is based at MS129 Academy for Independent Learning & Leadership, 2055 Mapes Avenue, Bronx, NY 10460, and reports to the Vice President, Afterschool. The schedule is 35 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., with occasional weekends and evenings required.

Requirements

An associate degree in Child Development, a New York State Children’s Program Administrator Credential, or a School-Age Child Care Credential; alternatively, two years of college with 18 credits in Child Development, Elementary Education, Physical Education, Recreation, or a related field.
At least two years of experience in youth development programs and supervision.
Ability to engage in crisis intervention activities and demonstrate, lead, and teach a range of group activities.
Availability for weekend training requirements.
Commitment to working from a strength-based and/or youth development perspective.

Responsibilities

Provide overall leadership and supervision for the COMPASS afterschool program.
Manage program and staff scheduling.
Supervise the assistant program director, group leaders, assistant group leaders, consultants, administrative staff, and volunteers, and complete timely performance evaluations.
Develop and facilitate weekly staff meetings.
Conduct program outreach and coordinate enrollment and registration.
Develop and oversee engaging, age-appropriate activities.
Ensure the safety and cleanliness of the site.
Supervise family involvement activities and communicate with parents about program expectations, child behavior, and health and safety issues.
Provide daily crisis intervention for participants dealing with personal or in-school issues affecting their success in the program.
Ensure appropriate use of internal and external databases, including DYCD Connect.
Complete required narrative and statistical reports in a timely manner.
Liaise with the principal and designated school staff to coordinate program activities with ongoing educational programming.
Participate in appropriate school-based teams or committees.
Assume responsibility for partnerships with community groups.
Partner with Good Shepherd programs in the school to maximize services for students and families and create connections between Good Shepherd and DOE staff.
Monitor the program budget and oversee implementation of program evaluation activities.
Work collaboratively with central office staff and provide information as needed.
Ensure compliance with Department of Health, OCFS, DYCD, and COA accreditation requirements.
Work occasional weekends and evenings to support trainings, special events, and other program-related activities.
Facilitate, monitor, and track required training and professional development for supervisees, ensuring compliance with GSS, DYCD, DOE, and DOH/OCFS standards.
Develop and maintain a coordinated referral system through community partnerships, connecting participants to mental health, counseling, family stabilization, and other essential support services.
Perform other duties as assigned.