Assistant Program Director

Assistant Director

Position Type:
Hourly (Non-Exempt)

Employment Type:

Part-Time Hourly Rate: $27.00

Work schedule:

Monday-Saturday (Times: TBD)

Work Location:

P.S.19Q (40-10 99th Street, Corona, NY 11368)

The Assistant Director is a key position in managing the after school program, school-age enrichment programs. With the guidance of the Program Director they will provide program support and supervision. The Assistant Program Director position deals with all program operations including daily program implementation, lesson development, administrative task, and being a role model to program staff, and the families serviced.

• Ensure the health, safety and well being of the participants in the program by providing close supervision of all activities.
• Support the Program Director in program development, implementation, staffing, participant registration, supervision, and program scheduling.
• Assist in managing, training, and coaching of program staff and volunteers.
• Collaborate with the Program Director to organize schedules, maintain accurate attendance logs, collect lesson plans, ensure snack and space reservations are in place, organize trips, submit supply request, and address programmatic needs.
• Familiarize yourself with all New York City Department of Health, and funder regulations to ensure that all contractual obligations, specifically in enrollment and rate of participation, and requirements are met.
• Build relationships with the school principal and administrative team to facilitate seamless integration of the program staff and extend hours into overall school culture
• Build and maintain positive relationships with all stakeholders (parents, school staff, administration, funders, and community).
• Input accurate time and attendance records for all staff, help maintain current staff and participant files, incident and accident reports, and other required documentation and program data.
• Together with and in the absence of the Program Director, the APD will serve as the programs immediate point of contact.
• Maintain accurate program documentation (incident, accident and behavioral reports, attendance and sign-in/ sign-out sheets).
• Assist the Program Director in conducting classroom observations, report back program Glows and Lows, and address concerns as they arise.
• The Assistant Program Director will be responsible for the implementation of the diverse activities that will be offered to our program participants.
• Supervise the implementation of a variety of age-appropriate and theme related activities.
• Collaborate with the team to ensure program content supports initiative goals and outcomes.
• Create a strong sense of community which values respect, acceptance, and high expectations.
• Work cooperatively with peers, professional staff, and other departments.
• Work closely with supervisor to ensure best practices and program quality
• Consults with the Program Director when difficult or unfamiliar situations arise.
• Actively participate in all training's sessions, designated meetings and special events.
• Maintain a close relationship and report to the Program Director for delegated tasks and future assignments.
• Completes all job-related tasks and uses program time effectively during scheduled working hours.
• Perform other duties and task as deemed necessary.

Must have a flexible schedule. Specific scheduling needs and availability will be discussed during the interview. The Assistant Program Director should have an Associate's degree in a related field preferred with at least two years of experience working with students in elementary or middle school setting and supervisory experience. High School Diploma accepted with youth experience and pursuing degree in related field.