Imogen Roche Foundation, Inc. ยท 1 month ago
Assistant Program Director - Afterschool
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
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
Preferred
2+ years of classroom experience OR currently pursuing a degree in education or a related field (preferred)