After School Program Coordinator

After School Program Coordinator - BGRJob Category: EDUCATION SERVICESRequisition Number: AFTER002014Full-TimeOn-siteSalary: $55,000 USD per yearNew York, NY 10009, USAJob DetailsDescriptionJob Overview:Division/Department: Education & Employment/Youth ServicesHours: 35 hours per week, Regular, Full TimeWork Schedule: Monday - Friday 10:00 am 6:00 pmLocation: Fully onsite in the Lower East SidePay Type: Salary; $55,000-65,000Exemption Status: Non-ExemptOrganizational Overview:Henry Street Settlement opens doors of opportunity to enrich lives and expand human progress for Lower East Side residents and other New Yorkers through social services, arts, and health care programs.Building on its 125+ year legacy of innovation and effective programming, Henry Street offers more than 50 programs and is one of New York City's largest social service agencies.Program Overview:Education and Employment Services is an 8.2 million dollar division serving about 8,000 people each year through a continuum of services from Early Childhood Education through Adult Workforce programs designed to assist individuals in obtaining the skills necessary for lifetime self-sufficiency. Education Services include an Early Learn Program, After-School Programs (6 sites), 4 Day Camps, Youth Recreation, High School Initiatives including 2 Community Schools, and our Expanded Horizons College Success Program. Programming takes place within 3 community center sites and multiple school-based programs. Employment Services include walk-in employment services, employment services for a public housing population, ESL job readiness training, and employment services for youth including SYEP and Young Adult Internship and Adult Literacy Programs.Job Summary:The Program Coordinator will report to the Assistant Director of Afterschool and Camp (community-based programs), they will be responsible for day to day management of the Boys and Girls Republic (BGR) after-school program. Ensuring seamless team management and development, program delivery, and quality control and evaluation. In addition, the Program Coordinator will manage a growing staff of Activity Specialists and support staff. The work schedule will include 13 holiday camp days where the program will run from 8 am - 6 pm. The Program Coordinator will be the key external face of the BGR after-school program.Qualifications:This is an extraordinary opportunity for an individual with extensive youth development experience to grow and further develop a community-based program. The successful candidate will lead programs, partner with the Assistant Director of After-school and Camp Services, and work collaboratively with a high-performance management team.Specific requirements include:Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and a commitment to and passion for Henry Street Settlement's missionBachelor's Degree in Education or a related field required, Master's Degree preferredMinimum of five years' supervisory experience working in the after-school, evening, or camp program settingsExtensive knowledge of grade/age-appropriate skill development strategies for studentsExperience working with youth from diverse backgroundsDemonstrated success developing and evaluating programsProficient in using DYCD Connect as a management reporting toolExperience working with youth staff to develop and implement quality programmingStrength in hiring, recruiting, managing, developing, coaching, and retaining individuals and teams, empowering them to elevate their levels of responsibility, a span of control, andExcellent verbal and written communication skills with exceptional attention to detailAdvanced experience working with families to facilitate overall participant successAbility to work with students from a variety of academic backgrounds and skill levelsStrong organizational, multitasking, and follow-throughMust be self-motivatedFlexible and positive team-oriented attitudeMust be able to work on select school holidaysLeadership Responsibilities:Cultivate existing relationships with partners aimed at ensuring continued resources and access to servicesDevelop and implement strategies that will maximize the synergy across program areasWork with staff to develop creative and engaging activities to ensure consistent and high-quality programmingTeam Management and Development:Evaluate the skill, experience, and professional development needs of all staffImplement a professional development program to address employee experience and skill gapsInstill a sense of accountability among team members by modeling tight oversight of individual and organization performance standardsInterview, hire and oversee training and orientation of all staffProgram Operational Management:Implement feedback mechanisms from staff, parents, students, and school partners regarding community needsCoordinate an After-School program that promotes excellence, fun, and education for K-8THSupervise education instructional and administrative staff to work towards collaborative implementation of after-school programmingAssist with orders and purchases of materials and supplies to support and enrich program activities/initiativesMaintain records of all participants and activities, including attendance sheets and progress within the activityEssential Physical Job Functions:Ability to lift up to 10 lbsAbility to stand, stoop, or sit for long periods of time, as neededEqual Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.