Program Director: M.S. 363 After School - Good Shepherd Services

Good Shepherd Services is a leading multi-service agency with more than 85 programs that serve over 30,000 youth and families each year – and builds on their strengths to help them gain skills for success.  At Good Shepherd we respect the dignity and worth of every person and reject intolerance, inequity and injustice in whatever form it may take. Voted one of the top 100 places to work in NYC by Crain’s New York, Good Shepherd Services offers a fantastic work environment, a collaborative team dedicated to fulfilling our mission, and an amazing array of benefits. Join our team and help make a difference! 

For Full Time Employees Benefits/Perks:

• Tuition Assistance Program
• Generous paid time off (Including 5 Self-Care Days/Floating Holidays, 12 Sick Days, 15 Vacation Days, and 11 Holidays)
• Healthcare Plans (Medical, Dental, Vision, and Pet Care)
• 403(b) Plan (GSS contributes 3% of your salary to your 403(b) plan after 3 years of service, with contributions increasing over time) 

Title:                   Program Director, MS 363

Reports To:       Vice President, Education & Vocation - Afterschool

Location:           120 East 184th Street, Bronx, NY 10468

Hours:                35 Hours/Week; Exempt

Schedule:          Monday - Friday, 10am to 6pm

Salary:                $65,000 - $72,000

Job Summary: The Program Director is responsible for the overall development, implementation, and supervision of the COMPASS afterschool program at MS 363. They serve as the liaison to school staff and is responsible for carrying the culture and values of Good Shepherd Services. 

Major Duties:   

• Provide overall leadership and supervision for the after-school program including the summer camp.
• Oversee the coordination of enrichment activities and curricula.
• Ensure the implementation of parent engagement activities.
• Provide daily crisis intervention with participants regarding personal and/or in school issues that affect their behavior and attendance.
• Develop linkages within the school and the community.
• Liaise with the principal and designated staff of school to align the activities with the school day.
• Participate in appropriate school-based teams or committees.
• Create linkages and feedback to programs within the school for student support and/or educational achievement.
• Complete required narrative and statistical reports.
• Monitor program expenditures.
• Ensure the safety, security, and cleanliness of the site.
• Ensure program’s compliance with Department of Health, DYCD and COA accreditation requirements.
• Participate in weekly supervision.
• Attend all staff meetings and required professional development activities.
• Collaborate effectively with GSS Peer Programs and support departments (g. Development, Finance, Program Evaluation, Human Resources, IT and Training)
• Perform other duties as assigned.

 Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in child development, Elementary Education or another related field required.
• Candidates with a bachelor’s degree in unrelated field will be considered if they have completed the SAC Credentialing course.
• Candidates currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program with SAC Credential course will be considered.
• A minimum of 4 years of relevant experience working with school aged children in an educational setting including at least 2 years in an administrative supervisory capacity
• Must be able to lead and teach a range of group activities and lead and facilitate staff trainings. 
• Excellent organizational skills: attention to details; ability to prioritize, meet deadlines and multi-task.
• Exemplary oral and written communication skills
• Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, and Outlook.  
• Must have a commitment to work from a strength based and/or youth development perspective.
• Must be able to pass DOHMH & DOE clearances and background checks.

Good Shepherd Services is an equal opportunity employer that is proudly committed to becoming an anti-racist and multicultural organization that stands up for justice and equity. We welcome prospective employees from diverse backgrounds, for administrative support and direct service and leadership roles, who will join us on that journey, uphold our values and approach, and believe in our mission. Additionally, we aim to have a racially representative leadership and workforce that is reflective of the communities we work in partnership with.

Good Shepherd Services is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, participants, volunteers, subcontractors, and vendors. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of our activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and termination of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services.

We are committed to providing a workplace that is accessible and accommodating to employees with disabilities. As part of our commitment to providing a barrier-free recruitment and selection process, we will provide reasonable accommodations upon request for candidates with disabilities. If you require any accommodations to participate in the hiring process, please inform us of your needs in advance. We value diversity and inclusivity in our workplace and encourage applicants of all abilities to apply.