Program Director After School​/PS 386

Program Director

The Program Director is responsible for the overall development, implementation, and supervision of the after-school program. They serve as the liaison to school staff and are responsible for carrying the culture and values of Good Shepherd Services.

Major Duties:

• Provide overall leadership and supervision for the after-school program, including the summer camp.
• Oversee the coordination of enrichment activities and curricula.
• Ensure the 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 the community.
• Liaise with the principal and designated staff of the school to align the activities with the school day.
• Participate in appropriate school-based teams or committees.
• Create linkages and feedback to programs within the school for student support and/or educational achievement.
• Complete required narrative and statistical reports.
• Monitor program expenditures.
• Ensure the safety, security, and cleanliness of the site.
• Ensure program's 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 (g., Development, Finance, Program Evaluation, Human Resources, IT, and Training)
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma required
• 2 years of direct experience working with children less than 13 years old
• 1 Year of Administrative Supervisory experience required
• A New York State Children's Program Administrator Credential OR
• A School-Age Child Care Credential OR
• 2 years of college with 18 credits / an associate's degree in child development, Elementary Education, Physical Education, Recreation or a related field.
• Must have excellent organizational, budgeting, oral and written communication, and networking skills.
• Must be proficient in MS Office Suite.
• Must commit to work from a strength-based and/or youth development perspective.