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Imogen Roche Foundation, Inc. · 1 month ago

Assistant Program Director - Afterschool

new york,NY,US

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

Imogen Roche Foundation, Inc. is dedicated to supporting the social and emotional learning of participants through empowering activities. The Assistant Program Director will support the Program Director in managing afterschool program operations and developing relationships with stakeholders, while ensuring a safe and engaging environment for elementary school children.

Health CareMental HealthNon Profit

Responsibilities

Support a diverse program staff of varying levels of experience and skill

Support all aspects of onsite operations of the afterschool program

Develop and maintain relationships with important stakeholders

Promote program within school community to increase enrollment

Support regular communication with families, school administrators and IF leadership

Ensure program safety and compliance with all SACC regulations, DOE regulations and IF policies

Greet students during snack time and take attendance

Oversee dismissal and transition of students between activities and end-of-day

Work with teachers to provide a safe environment for children

Work with teachers and appropriate other staff and consultants, to provide individualized support to children through assessments, development and/or implementation of individual education plans

Maintain open and ongoing communication with the program director, activity specialists and other staff

Work with Activity Specialists and Education Specialists to prepare and implement daily activities

Support quality assessment and foster continual improvement

Treat all people with compassion and kindness

Qualification

ChildrenClassroom experienceMicrosoft OfficeG-SuiteConstructive feedbackInterpersonal skillsProblem solvingTeamworkCommunication skillsTime management

Required

Successful previous experience working with children, preferably in an after-school program with great job references

Excellent academic skills and practical experience in your subject area; professional experience a plus

Ability to create an atmosphere that will encourage creative thinking, verbal communication, a problem-solving approach to conflict between children, independent exploration and self-confidence and awareness

Capacity to broaden and synthesize experiences in working with children

Ability to organize time and effort to meet regularly assigned duties and occasional emergencies

Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Ability to deliver and receive constructive feedback

Excellent problem solving and interpersonal skills

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and G-Suite

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Ability to maintain composure in high pressure situations, and continue treating all people with compassion and kindness