Mentor A Promise
Overview
We partner with family temporary housing sites across New York, educational institutions, and community organizations to create a strong support network for young people experiencing homelessness, helping them overcome challenges and forge their own path to success. We connect students with our mentors for in-person and online programs.
Position Volunteer Program Director - Mentor A Promise (MAP)
Location: New York City (hybrid; on-site at schools/community sites as needed)
Commitment: 8-12 hours per week (flexible scheduling)
Compensation: Volunteer role
About Mentor A Promise Mentor A Promise (MAP) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing social-emotional learning (SEL), academic support, and mentorship to students ages 5-18 experiencing housing instability in New York City. We believe mentorship is a promise of consistency, compassion, and community—that can transform the lives of young people.
The Opportunity We are seeking a passionate, visionary Volunteer Program Director to guide and strengthen MAP’s expanding programs. This is a unique leadership opportunity to help shape the direction of a growing nonprofit and ensure that students facing housing insecurity have access to the mentorship and support they deserve.
Key Responsibilities
Program Leadership and Design: Develop and oversee MAP’s program strategy and implementation for K-12 students.
Adapt and strengthen trauma-informed, culturally responsive SEL and mentorship models.
Pilot new initiatives such as family engagement, youth leadership, and career pathways.
Team and Volunteer Management
Recruit, train, and support volunteer mentors and program staff.
Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and care.
Provide guidance through weekly check-ins, orientations, and professional development.
Community and School Partnerships
Serve as MAP’s program ambassador with schools, shelters, and community organizations.
Build and maintain strong partnerships that ensure program sustainability.
Represent MAP at community events and partner meetings.
Program Operations
Support scheduling, site operations, and youth participation tracking.
Ensure all staff and volunteers complete required trainings, including partner orientation.
Uphold safety, compliance, and youth protection standards.
Evaluation and Growth
Monitor program outcomes and impact, using data to inform improvements.
Support grant reporting, proposals, and donor communications with program insights.
Contribute to long-term program strategy and scaling efforts.
Qualifications
5 or more years of experience in youth development, education, social work, or nonprofit leadership
Strong knowledge of trauma-informed and equity-centered practices
Demonstrated success leading programs or initiatives serving high-need youth
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
Comfortable managing volunteers and building partnerships with schools and agencies
Organized, adaptable, and mission-driven
Bilingual (Spanish/English) strongly preferred
What You Gain
A leadership role in shaping innovative programs that directly impact NYC youth
Experience working with a passionate team of educators, mentors, and community leaders
Opportunities for professional growth in nonprofit leadership and program management
The reward of making a direct, meaningful difference in the lives of students experiencing housing instability
How to Apply Please send your resume and a brief statement of interest (why this role inspires you and how you’d contribute) to volunteer@mentorapromise.org with the subject line Volunteer Program Director - [Your Name].
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
At MAP, we believe in the power of community. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, especially those with lived experience of housing insecurity or working within NYC’s diverse communities.
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Position Volunteer Program Director - Mentor A Promise (MAP)
Location: New York City (hybrid; on-site at schools/community sites as needed)
Commitment: 8-12 hours per week (flexible scheduling)
Compensation: Volunteer role
About Mentor A Promise Mentor A Promise (MAP) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing social-emotional learning (SEL), academic support, and mentorship to students ages 5-18 experiencing housing instability in New York City. We believe mentorship is a promise of consistency, compassion, and community—that can transform the lives of young people.
The Opportunity We are seeking a passionate, visionary Volunteer Program Director to guide and strengthen MAP’s expanding programs. This is a unique leadership opportunity to help shape the direction of a growing nonprofit and ensure that students facing housing insecurity have access to the mentorship and support they deserve.
Key Responsibilities
Program Leadership and Design: Develop and oversee MAP’s program strategy and implementation for K-12 students.
Adapt and strengthen trauma-informed, culturally responsive SEL and mentorship models.
Pilot new initiatives such as family engagement, youth leadership, and career pathways.
Team and Volunteer Management
Recruit, train, and support volunteer mentors and program staff.
Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and care.
Provide guidance through weekly check-ins, orientations, and professional development.
Community and School Partnerships
Serve as MAP’s program ambassador with schools, shelters, and community organizations.
Build and maintain strong partnerships that ensure program sustainability.
Represent MAP at community events and partner meetings.
Program Operations
Support scheduling, site operations, and youth participation tracking.
Ensure all staff and volunteers complete required trainings, including partner orientation.
Uphold safety, compliance, and youth protection standards.
Evaluation and Growth
Monitor program outcomes and impact, using data to inform improvements.
Support grant reporting, proposals, and donor communications with program insights.
Contribute to long-term program strategy and scaling efforts.
Qualifications
5 or more years of experience in youth development, education, social work, or nonprofit leadership
Strong knowledge of trauma-informed and equity-centered practices
Demonstrated success leading programs or initiatives serving high-need youth
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
Comfortable managing volunteers and building partnerships with schools and agencies
Organized, adaptable, and mission-driven
Bilingual (Spanish/English) strongly preferred
What You Gain
A leadership role in shaping innovative programs that directly impact NYC youth
Experience working with a passionate team of educators, mentors, and community leaders
Opportunities for professional growth in nonprofit leadership and program management
The reward of making a direct, meaningful difference in the lives of students experiencing housing instability
How to Apply Please send your resume and a brief statement of interest (why this role inspires you and how you’d contribute) to volunteer@mentorapromise.org with the subject line Volunteer Program Director - [Your Name].
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
At MAP, we believe in the power of community. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, especially those with lived experience of housing insecurity or working within NYC’s diverse communities.
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