PT After School Program Director

Sports and Arts in Schools Foundation

. Oversee program staff, operations, services, and program/process implementation .

Posted 10/7/2026part-timeQueens • New York • United StatesLead💰 $35 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong leadership in program management, staff supervision, and community outreach while ensuring compliance with New York City education standards. Proficient in developing and implementing educational programs that foster youth development and engagement.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Program ManagementStaff SupervisionCommunity OutreachUrban Education ExperienceKnowledge of After-School Programs

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Hard Skills

Program PlanningPerformance EvaluationsAttendance TrackingYouth DevelopmentConflict De-escalation

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsTeam CollaborationFeedback ProvisionGoal Setting

Tools & Technologies

Google SuiteMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft Word

Certifications & Qualifications

Safety and Security Clearances

Industry Keywords

New York City Education RequirementsUrban SettingYouth and AdolescentsAfter-School ProgramsCommunity Center

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee program staff, operations, services, and program/process implementation
Manage day-to-day operations to meet New York Edge quality standards, guidelines, and contract requirements
Conduct staff performance evaluations and development plans with the Program Manager and HR
Lead weekly and monthly team meetings covering team feedback, classroom management, lesson planning, writing prompts, and social-emotional learning
Communicate regularly with the supervisor regarding program updates, progress, and needs
Coordinate community outreach and present the program to recruit participants
Prepare attendance, daily activity, program content, program design, and other internal and external reports
Provide weekly individual supervision, feedback, goal setting, and competency assessments to staff
Support team members, including indirect reports, and provide feedback
Collaborate with the Program Manager, Borough Director, and Curriculum and Training Departments on professional development workshops and seminars
Collaborate with the Principal and Assistant Principals on program delivery aligned with student achievement and performance goals
Monitor program compliance, including student registration, staff documents, ratios, attendance tracking, IDs, and building permits
Perform other related duties to ensure efficient and effective center and program operations
Foster a fun, learning-oriented environment using sports and arts activities that promote teamwork, fair play, and sportsmanship

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree required; preference in Education, Psychology, or Social Work
At least 18.0 credit hours from an accredited college or university in Child Development, Elementary Education, Physical Education, Recreation, or a related field preferred
Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in urban education, youth development, or community organizing
At least one (1) year of supervisory experience
Minimum of one (1) year of experience working with youth and adolescents in New York City in an after-school or community center setting
Strong understanding of New York City and New York State education requirements in an urban setting
Excellent oral, written, communication, and interpersonal skills
Knowledge of after-school programs, supervising staff, and program planning
Ability to de-escalate potentially risky or difficult situations
Proficiency in Google Suite, Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word
Ability to handle multiple tasks, meet deadlines, manage priorities and workflow
Must be able to articulate outcome requirements and provide appropriate resources and support
Required safety and security clearances through the Department of Education and Department of Health at offer and acceptance

Benefits

Comp & perks

Potential for some weekend or evening scheduled activities or events
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer