Assistant Program Director

Acacia Network

. Assist in overseeing all areas of the DYCD-funded SONYC after-school program at ACDP .

Posted 10/31/2026full-timeBronx • New York • United StatesLead💰 $50,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in program management and youth development, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements while effectively recruiting, training, and supervising staff. Proficient in utilizing technology platforms for program delivery and maintaining strong communication with stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Program ManagementYouth Development ExperienceBilingual in English and SpanishFirst Aid and CPR CertificationProficient in DYCD Connect

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Hard Skills

Program DesignStaff SupervisionAdministrative ReportingCompliance ManagementStudent RecruitmentAttendance TrackingBudget ManagementLesson PlanningMonitoring and EvaluationTechnology Proficiency

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsPlanning SkillsCommunication SkillsCollaboration SkillsInclusive Environment Adaptability

Tools & Technologies

DYCD ConnectGoogle SuiteZoomGoogle ClassroomsMS Office ApplicationsSocial Media Platforms

Certifications & Qualifications

High School DiplomaAssociate Degree or Bachelor's Degree in Education, Psychology, or Social WorkDOH Approved CredentialsOCFS DOH SACC RegistrationCOVID-19 VaccineFirst Aid CertificationCPR Certification

Industry Keywords

DYCDSONYCYouth ProgramsMiddle SchoolDOH ComplianceOCFS RegulationsDiversity and InclusionYouth Development Field

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist in overseeing all areas of the DYCD-funded SONYC after-school program at ACDP
Support program design, effective service delivery, and timely administrative reporting to DYCD
Serve on the management and ACDP leadership teams
Ensure compliance with DOH, DYCD, DOE, OCFS, operational, and facilities requirements
Recruit, hire, train, and evaluate staff with HR support
Recruit and enroll at least 91 students in grades 6–8 through DYCD Connect
Ensure daily attendance is entered and tracked in DYCD Connect
Maintain a participation rate of at least 75%
Connect students and families with program services
Ensure appropriate food and snacks are provided in compliance with OCFS regulations
Guide implementation of the Discovery Education Partnership
Pivot between in-person and virtual programming as needed
Oversee reporting and provide timely information to the Deputy Director
Participate in management activities, team meetings, after-school and DYCD meetings, supervision, trainings, and required meetings
Collaborate with the School Education Specialist and Social Worker to develop program offerings
Coordinate SONYC/COMPASS staff and agency-wide programs
Support program schedules, calendars, and vacation programming
Attend school leadership meetings when instructed
Maintain timely records, files, timesheets, and communications
Collaborate with the Program Director on budget use and the Finance Team
Manage contractual and programmatic relationships with partners or subcontractors when instructed
Ensure timely submission and filing of lesson plans

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma (Required)
Associate degree or bachelor's degree in education, Psychology, Social Work, preferred
Approved by DOH, PETS (or have all required credentials)
Registration of Site Supervisor component of OCFS DOH SACC
At least 1-2 years’ successful supervision of staff in a relevant youth development field
At least 3-5 years of successful experience providing services to Middle School-aged youth and working with school personnel
Bilingual in English and Spanish required
COVID-19 vaccine required prior to beginning employment
Current First Aid and CPR certification
Comfortable working in an inclusive, diverse environment
Strong organizational, planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proficient in DYCD Connect, Google Suite, Zoom, Google Classrooms, MS Office applications, social media, and other technology platforms for youth programs
Ability to work on site
Ability to perform frequent walking, standing, bending, climbing, reaching, lifting, and typing
Ability to lift approximately 20 pounds maximum

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Generous paid time off
Vacation days
Paid holidays
Healthy work-life balance support