Afterschool Manager

Number of Positions: 1

The After School Manager will work with the Impact Department to implement and maintain high quality after school programming in City Year partner schools in Philadelphia and Norristown. On a daily basis, the After School Manager will serve as the primary organizational lead for after school programming, providing strategic oversight, implementation support, and continuous quality improvement across all partner sites. The Manager is responsible for ensuring high-quality program delivery, strengthening school partnerships, coaching and developing staff, maintaining compliance with grant and organizational requirements, and using data to drive decision-making and student outcomes.

They will manage a team of two grant-funded, part-time, hourly direct reports.

This is a year-round, part-time, hourly position at 25 hours/week, $25/hour, and grant-funded through April 2029. This position is not benefits eligible.

The role requires a 5 days in-person at Philadelphia and Norristown area schools with the ability to work occasional evening hours.

The anticipated start date for the position is September/October 2026.

• High school diploma or GED required
• 2-4+ years of experience in child development, education, social services, or comparable experience. Authorized documentation to work in the United States of America
• Criminal background history clearance to work with school-age children

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare reports, facilitate meetings, and deliver professional development
• Ability to design and implement systems and processes that improve program effectiveness and operational efficiency
• Experience supervising, coaching, and developing staff or teams
• Experience overseeing multi-site or school-based programming
• Strong understanding of positive youth development and evidence-based practices
• Knowledge of grant-funded programming and compliance requirements
• Experience using data to inform decision-making
• Ability to build collaborative partnerships with school leaders, educators, and families
• Prior City Year or Ameri Corps experience

The After School Manager will perform the following roles and responsibilities as described below:

• Lead the implementation of after school programming across 14 partner schools.
• Align after school strategy with organizational priorities, grant requirements, and school needs
• Monitor program quality and ensure consistency of implementation across sites
• Collaborate with team members for program development and implementation

• Supervise and coach two After School Coordinators
• Develop and empower team members through development plans, feedback, and coaching to build skills and autonomy
• Partner with Impact Managers to develop site-specific plans that support program quality and student outcomes
• Facilitate training, professional development and conduct regular site visits, observations, and feedback sessions for Ameri Corps Members and staff delivering after school programming.
• Work with manager and MDI to establish and carry out the vision and manage performance for a team of two members by aligning goals, monitoring progress, and fostering an environment of accountability, collaboration, and high performance.

• Ensure compliance with all grant requirements, funding expectations, and organizational policies
• Monitor enrollment, attendance, participation, and outcome data to meet grant goals
• Oversee documentation and reporting requirements
• Oversee adherence to safety protocols and student supervision standards

• Analyze program performance data across all sites.
• Develop recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Prepare reports for organizational leadership and funders
• Monitor progress toward grant deliverables and performance measures

• Partner effectively with teammates to achieve shared goals and foster an inclusive environment
• Role model a growth mindset and commitment to City Year’s culture, values, and youth-serving mission
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by the direct supervisor to advance City Year’s mission.

In order to succeed in this role, an applicant must have the following competencies:

• Collaboration:
  
  Connects with stakeholders to identify shared interests; partners with others to incorporate different perspectives toward a common goal.
• Decision-Making:
  Uses appropriate context and data to make sensible and timely decisions; displays sound judgment when faced with opportunities/challenges.
• Accountability:
  Holds self responsible for actions and their impact on team, goals, and organizational mission.
• Flexibility:
  Changes course quickly and thoughtfully when faced with new or unanticipated circumstances.
• Problem-Solving:
  Identifies opportunities to make improvements; gathers…