Program Director, Afterschool - Morris Park

Job Details

• Job Location:
  
  Administrative Building - Bronx, NY 10454
• Position Type:
  Full Time
• Salary Range: $62,000.00 - $62,000.00 Salary/year
• Position Title:
  
  After school Director
• Department:
  Compass
• Site/
  
  Location:
  
  Morris Park Haven/ Bronx 10461
• Job Classification:
  Non-Exempt, Full Time
• Salary Range: $62,000
• Reports To:
  
  Department Director

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) provides year-round educational, recreational, cultural, and workforce readiness programs in NYCHA community centers and school-based sites. Reporting to the Program Director, the Assistant Program Director supports daily operations, supervises staff, and helps deliver safe, engaging, and inclusive programming for youth, adults, and families. This role assists with program planning, scheduling, and compliance; supports and coaches staff to deliver high-quality activities;

and builds relationships with participants, families, and community partners. The After school Program Director works closely with the Department Director, Activity Specialist, and Group Leaders to ensure programming promotes academic success, leadership, and social-emotional growth while meeting the community needs and aligning with ESH’s mission.

• Serving as on-site lead during program hours to ensure safety, structure, and engagement.
• Assisting with program planning, scheduling, compliance, and activity supervision.
• Coaching and supporting Group Leaders, Activity Specialist, and interns to deliver high-quality programming.
• Leading staff scheduling, coverage and onboarding, and facilitating team huddles and check‑ins.
• Maintaining welcoming program spaces, fostering positive participant and family relationships, and supporting outreach, recruitment and retention efforts.
• Engaging participants, addressing behavior concerns, and assisting with community events and family engagement initiatives.
• Managing attendance, incident reports, and compliance documentation, including DYCD Connect and CACFP logs.
• Communicating with families, staff, and partners, and collaborating with ESH departments for operational needs.
• Preparing calendars, flyers, and program materials, and serving as acting lead in Program Director’s absence.
• Participating in trainings, meetings and agency-wide initiatives, and performing other duties as assigned.

This job description is not intended to be a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee in this role. Duties, obligations and activities are subject to change at any time, with or without notice.

• Bachelor’s degree required; equivalent of 1+ years of equivalent experience in youth services or community programming.
• Familiarity with Bronx communities, local stakeholders, and resources.
• Experience planning and delivering structured, outcome-based programs.
• Strong administrative skills, including documentation, scheduling and data entry.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines under pressure.
• Knowledge of NYC public education and positive youth development practices.
• Strong communication, organization and attention to detail.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred; DYCD Connect experience a plus.

• Leadership Support – Assist in program operations and staff supervision.
• Youth-Centered Approach – Prioritizes participant needs and growth.
• Community Engagement – Builds positive relationships with families and partners.
• Problem Solving – Responds flexibly and effectively to challenges.
• Time Management – Balances tasks and deadlines efficiently.
• Collaboration – Contributes to a positive team culture.
• Communication – Communicates professionally with youth, families and partners.
• Administrative Accuracy – Maintains detailed, timely, and organized records.
• Cultural Responsiveness – Respects and values diverse backgrounds and experiences.
• Technical Skills – Proficient in Microsoft Office and data systems.

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