Program Director - Accion Academy

Job Title: Program Director – Accion Academy

Location: Accion Academy, Bronx, NY 10459 (977 Fox St, Bronx NY,10459)

Position Type: Full Time

Reports To: Department Director of Middle School Programs

Salary Range: $50,000 – $55,000

East Side House cares for the individuals, families, and communities we serve by expanding opportunities to live more fulfilling lives through education, career, and supportive services.

East Side House (ESH) is a community resource in the Bronx and Northern Manhattan. We believe education is the key that enables all people to create economic and civic opportunities for themselves, their families, and their community. ESH’s SONYC After School programs aligns with our mission by providing high quality programs and services within community centers and school partnerships.

Reporting to the Department Director of Middle School Programs, the Program Director is responsible for providing leadership, management, and oversight of the SONYC after‑school program to ensure high‑quality services, operational excellence, and compliance with Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD), Department of Education (DOE), Department of Health (DOH), and organizational standards. The Program Director will oversee the daily operations of the program, supervise and develop staff, manage enrollment and program quality, cultivate partnerships with school leadership and families, and ensure the successful implementation of program goals and contractual requirements.

As a member of the Youth & Adolescent Division team, the Program Director is expected to demonstrate strong leadership, professionalism, collaboration, accountability, and a commitment to continuous improvement while fostering a positive, inclusive, and supportive environment for youth, families, staff, and community partners.

This position's direct reports include the Education Specialist, Program Assistant, Group Leaders, Activity Specialists, and other program staff, and regularly interacts with the Human Resources, Finance, Operations, Compliance, and Facilities departments, as well as school administrators and community partners.

With a focus on positive youth development, academic enrichment, social‑emotional learning, leadership development, and family engagement, the Program Director provides high‑quality after‑school programming, effective staff supervision and coaching, operational oversight, and meaningful services that promote student success and strengthen community partnerships.

• Provide overall leadership and day‑to‑day management of the SONYC after‑school program to ensure high‑quality services and successful program operations.
• Supervise, coach, evaluate, and support program staff through regular observations, meetings, and professional development.
• Ensure compliance with all Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD), Department of Education (DOE), Department of Health (DOH), School‑Age Child Care (SACC), and organizational policies and procedures.
• Develop, implement, and monitor engaging academic, enrichment, recreational, leadership, and social‑emotional learning activities that meet the needs of participating youth.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with school administrators, teachers, families, community partners, and other stakeholders.
• Monitor student enrollment, attendance, retention, and participation to meet contractual performance targets and program goals.
• Maintain accurate program documentation, reports, databases, incident reports, and other required records in accordance with agency and funder requirements.
• Manage program budgets, supplies, purchasing, and inventory while ensuring responsible stewardship of program resources.
• Coordinate staff schedules and ensure adequate program coverage during all operating hours, special events, school breaks, and field trips.
• Conduct staff recruitment, interviews, onboarding, training, coaching, and performance evaluations in collaboration with the Department Director and Human Resources.
• Ensure the health, safety, and well‑being of all participants by maintaining a…