YWCA of the City of New York
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Assistant Program Director
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YWCA of the City of New York
The YWCA of the City of New York (YWCA NYC) is on a mission to eliminate racism, empower women and promote peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all. We are a multiracial social justice organization dedicated to addressing issues that emerge at the intersection of race, class and gender. Founded in 1858, the YWCA NYC is the first YW in the United States and part of an international movement of YWs worldwide.
We reach more than 3,000 New York City youth each year, offering leadership and advocacy training for young women through our high school Girls Initiatives, and providing after-school COMPASS and SONYC programs for elementary and middle school students in culturally diverse communities. Through culturally responsive programming, we create pathways for the next generation of leaders to reach for their dreams and drive social change.
Under the Program Director, the Assistant Director provides site-based leadership to a YW-NYC school-based OST program to support positive youth development and outcomes; meet the needs of families and the school community; and further YW-NYC’s mission to eliminate racism and empower women and girls.
A successful Assistant Director will bring a positive youth development lens to the role; ensure compliance with all licensing and funder requirements; maintain program data and records; create systems to effectively manage program logistics and operations; hold themselves and others accountable for program results; and demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and anti-racism.
Responsibilities Supervision
Cover for staff absences by working directly with groups of students
Ensure that line staff provide adequate supervision to program participants
In the absence of the Director provide direct supervision and coaching to staff
Program & Professional Development
Support Program Director in the delivery of curricula and other aspects of high-quality activities
Support Teaching Artist with the delivery and facilitation of high-quality programming
Oversee the planning and delivery of engaging family engagement events
Support the planning and delivery of professional development sessions for line staff
Complete at least 15 professional development training hours annually
Partnership & Relationship Development
Cultivate relationships with school principal, teachers, building staff, and families and be able to communicate and maintain relationships, through telephone, various telecommunicating platforms, through mail, etc.
Support Teaching Artists with the classroom setup and preparation for activity delivery and facilitation
When feasible and with Program Director support school day activities strengthening and maintaining the CBO-School partnership and relationship
Support Program Director with DYCD Site Visits
Administration
Draft regular communications for program stakeholders
Maintain records needed for program administration, including daily student attendance, sign in/out sheets, staff training trackers
Support program schedule development, staff attendance management, and other program structures
With the Program Director, monitor compliance with SACC licensing, funder requirements and other government background compliance with staff
Serve as Site Supervisor and office manager, ordering supplies and anticipating and meeting staff and program needs
Maintain DYDC Connect database by inputting attendance weekly
Running attendance reports ensuring that ADA and ROP are met and maintained
Complete monthly reports and submit them to Associate Director and School leadership by the prescribed deadline
Perform other duties as assigned
Maintain DOHMH Staff binder/files
Upload Accounts Payable Invoices to the WinScp portal
Requirements
Since this position also incorporates eLearning, applicants are required to have their own computers, computer headsets and a stable Internet connection
Use engaging technologies (third party or media) in appropriate and varied ways
Have knowledge on how to operate Zoom and other telecommuting platforms
Experience utilizing Microsoft office suite products (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Qualifications
Related college-level coursework or School-Age Child Care credential
2+ years working in OST programs or other education/youth programs
Knowledge of anti-racism and gender equity principles and practices
Familiarity with NYC public schools and/or NYC DYCD programs
Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
Strong organizational skills and analytical ability
Bilingual (??Spanish/English) a bonus
Strong work ethic and professional values
Commitment to promoting YW-NYC’s social justice mission and educational and youth development philosophy
The hours for this position will fluctuate depending on the needs of the school; general hours of operation can range from 2:00pm – 7:00pm. The Assistant Director role requires occasional travel across New York City. The Assistant Director must be able to sit and stand for long stretches of time and use a computer and phone to communicate with staff and partners. Reasonable accommodations will be made if needed for candidates who can fulfil the essential functions of the job.
The YWCA of the City of New York is an equal opportunity employer and contractor. We provide equal employment and contracting opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. The YWCA of New York City utilizes only job-related criteria in making decisions concerning applicants and employees. Moreover, we encourage applicants from historically underrepresented communities to apply.
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Assistant Program Director
role at
YWCA of the City of New York
The YWCA of the City of New York (YWCA NYC) is on a mission to eliminate racism, empower women and promote peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all. We are a multiracial social justice organization dedicated to addressing issues that emerge at the intersection of race, class and gender. Founded in 1858, the YWCA NYC is the first YW in the United States and part of an international movement of YWs worldwide.
We reach more than 3,000 New York City youth each year, offering leadership and advocacy training for young women through our high school Girls Initiatives, and providing after-school COMPASS and SONYC programs for elementary and middle school students in culturally diverse communities. Through culturally responsive programming, we create pathways for the next generation of leaders to reach for their dreams and drive social change.
Under the Program Director, the Assistant Director provides site-based leadership to a YW-NYC school-based OST program to support positive youth development and outcomes; meet the needs of families and the school community; and further YW-NYC’s mission to eliminate racism and empower women and girls.
A successful Assistant Director will bring a positive youth development lens to the role; ensure compliance with all licensing and funder requirements; maintain program data and records; create systems to effectively manage program logistics and operations; hold themselves and others accountable for program results; and demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and anti-racism.
Responsibilities Supervision
Cover for staff absences by working directly with groups of students
Ensure that line staff provide adequate supervision to program participants
In the absence of the Director provide direct supervision and coaching to staff
Program & Professional Development
Support Program Director in the delivery of curricula and other aspects of high-quality activities
Support Teaching Artist with the delivery and facilitation of high-quality programming
Oversee the planning and delivery of engaging family engagement events
Support the planning and delivery of professional development sessions for line staff
Complete at least 15 professional development training hours annually
Partnership & Relationship Development
Cultivate relationships with school principal, teachers, building staff, and families and be able to communicate and maintain relationships, through telephone, various telecommunicating platforms, through mail, etc.
Support Teaching Artists with the classroom setup and preparation for activity delivery and facilitation
When feasible and with Program Director support school day activities strengthening and maintaining the CBO-School partnership and relationship
Support Program Director with DYCD Site Visits
Administration
Draft regular communications for program stakeholders
Maintain records needed for program administration, including daily student attendance, sign in/out sheets, staff training trackers
Support program schedule development, staff attendance management, and other program structures
With the Program Director, monitor compliance with SACC licensing, funder requirements and other government background compliance with staff
Serve as Site Supervisor and office manager, ordering supplies and anticipating and meeting staff and program needs
Maintain DYDC Connect database by inputting attendance weekly
Running attendance reports ensuring that ADA and ROP are met and maintained
Complete monthly reports and submit them to Associate Director and School leadership by the prescribed deadline
Perform other duties as assigned
Maintain DOHMH Staff binder/files
Upload Accounts Payable Invoices to the WinScp portal
Requirements
Since this position also incorporates eLearning, applicants are required to have their own computers, computer headsets and a stable Internet connection
Use engaging technologies (third party or media) in appropriate and varied ways
Have knowledge on how to operate Zoom and other telecommuting platforms
Experience utilizing Microsoft office suite products (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Qualifications
Related college-level coursework or School-Age Child Care credential
2+ years working in OST programs or other education/youth programs
Knowledge of anti-racism and gender equity principles and practices
Familiarity with NYC public schools and/or NYC DYCD programs
Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
Strong organizational skills and analytical ability
Bilingual (??Spanish/English) a bonus
Strong work ethic and professional values
Commitment to promoting YW-NYC’s social justice mission and educational and youth development philosophy
The hours for this position will fluctuate depending on the needs of the school; general hours of operation can range from 2:00pm – 7:00pm. The Assistant Director role requires occasional travel across New York City. The Assistant Director must be able to sit and stand for long stretches of time and use a computer and phone to communicate with staff and partners. Reasonable accommodations will be made if needed for candidates who can fulfil the essential functions of the job.
The YWCA of the City of New York is an equal opportunity employer and contractor. We provide equal employment and contracting opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. The YWCA of New York City utilizes only job-related criteria in making decisions concerning applicants and employees. Moreover, we encourage applicants from historically underrepresented communities to apply.
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