PT After School Program Director

Sports and Arts in Schools Foundation

. Oversee program staff, program operations, services, and implementation of programs and processes .

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 and staff supervision, with a focus on youth development and community engagement. Proficient in program planning, compliance with educational standards, and effective communication with diverse stakeholders.

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Program ManagementStaff SupervisionYouth DevelopmentUrban Education ExperienceCommunication Skills

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Hard Skills

Program PlanningAttendance TrackingPerformance EvaluationsCommunity OutreachCompliance Monitoring

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsConflict ResolutionGoal-SettingTeam CollaborationFeedback Provision

Tools & Technologies

Google SuiteMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft Word

Certifications & Qualifications

Safety and Security Clearances

Industry Keywords

After-School ProgramsNew York City Education RequirementsChild DevelopmentYouth and AdolescentsCommunity Center Setting

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee program staff, program operations, services, and implementation of programs and processes
Ensure New York Edge quality standards, guidelines, and contract requirements are met
Manage day-to-day after-school program operations
Conduct staff performance evaluations and development plans with the Program Manager and HR
Lead weekly and monthly team meetings covering 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 student registration, staff documents, ratios, attendance tracking, IDs, building permits, and other program compliance requirements
Perform other duties to ensure efficient and effective center and program operations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree required, with 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 of 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 and written communication and interpersonal skills
Knowledge of after-school programs, staff supervision, 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
Ability to articulate outcome requirements and provide appropriate resources and support
Ability to interact with diverse individuals in person, virtually, and over the phone
Ability to walk up and down stairs and lift or move objects/materials as needed
Required safety and security clearances through the Department of Education and Department of Health at time of offer and acceptance

Benefits

Comp & perks

Safety and security clearances through the Department of Education and Department of Health at time of offer and acceptance
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer