Horizons Washington Site Director

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Horizons Greater Washington Site Director

Horizons Greater Washington Site Director
Washington, DC and/or Maryland

Part‑time

Description

Horizons Greater Washington (HGW) provides year‑round academic enrichment and summer learning opportunities for more than 400 students in grades 1–9. Through long‑term partnerships with students, families, schools, and communities, we inspire the joy of learning while supporting academic achievement, social‑emotional growth, and confidence.

The Site Director leads the day‑to‑day operations of our summer program, ensuring a safe, engaging, and well‑organized experience for students, families, and staff. Working closely with the Chief Program Officer, the Site Director oversees program logistics, staff support, family communication, and site operations. Horizons Greater Washington (HGW) strategy is set by the Chief Program Officer (CPO) and expected to be delivered uniformly across all sites by each Site Director.

The Site Director is a seasonal position and reports to the Chief Program Officer (CPO). Candidates must be willing to work in the full range of work environments (i.e. onsite and virtual); additional details provided below.

In the application, candidates will be asked to share their preferences for the following locations:

3000 Cathedral Avenue NW

Washington, DC 20008

St. Patrick’s Episcopal Day School (DC)

4700 Whitehaven Parkway NW

Washington, DC 20007

Norwood School (MD)

8821 River Road

Bethesda, MD 20817

November 15, 2026 - August 31, 2027

Planning Period: 11/15/2025-06/18/2027:

• Remote, hourly work as needed
• not to exceed 8-10 hours per pay period (i.e. every two weeks) unless approved by CPO

Orientation: 06/21/2027-06/25/2027:

• Onsite, full time, Monday‑Friday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Summer Program: 06/28/2027-07/30/2027:

• Onsite, full time, Monday‑Friday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
• No program on Monday, July 5th, in observance of Independence Day on July 4th.
• Remote, hourly work as needed
• not to exceed 8-10 hours per pay period (i.e. every two weeks) unless approved by CPO

HGW’s programs adhere to the Pyramid of Program Quality designed by the David Weikart Center for Youth Program Quality. All HGW staff, including the Site Directors, strive to support the domains of Engagement, Interaction, Supportive Environment, and Safe Environment, which ensure that programs are meeting the needs of youth. The Site Director’s areas of direct responsibility include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Attend planning sessions led by the Chief Program Officer during the school year
• Complete follow‑up planning assignments as directed by the CPO

• Collaborate with the CPO in the hiring of Lead Teachers, Program Assistant, Program Support Staff, and Substitutes

• Train Lead Teachers, Program Support Staff, and volunteers in their roles around the implementation of the academic curriculum and site conduct
• Ensure that all staff are aware of and follow the policies & procedures set out in the Handbook
• Communicate clearly the roles and responsibilities, particularly around the distinction between volunteer and paid roles.

• Conduct classroom observations and provide feedback as needed
• Mentor faculty in the implementation of quality, differentiated instruction, ensuring that students’ individual needs are met
• Ensure Horizons Greater Washington-provided lesson plans and instructional content are delivered as intended
• Provide ongoing training on protocol and procedures, including food safety
• Document any performance management concerns and…