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Director of Elementary Afterschool Programs
YM & YWHA of Washington Heights & Inwood
54 Nagle Ave
New York, NY 10040

Principal Responsibilities:

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:

Be Me Afterschool is an inclusive program servicing elementary-age children in the Upper Manhattan area. In partnerships with local schools, Be Me provides transportation to the Y for an afternoon of enrichment activities. Based on the Y's five neighborhood model, Play, Create, Discover, Explore, and Grow, participants get to choose their own program at afterschool.

Camp Twelve Trails serves children ages 5 - 16 at the Y's campgrounds in Rockland County. Camp Twelve Trails is both a specialty camp and a traditional day camp program. It is comprised of the five Neighborhoods: Play, Create, Explore, Discover, and Grow that allow campers to strengthen their skills in their preferred specialty while encouraging them to explore new areas.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Oversee all aspects of administrative and day-to-day operations for after-school programs, including but not limited to:
- Maintaining the database and ensuring that all required registration, health, and program paperwork is completed and up-to-date for all participants
- Creating and updating rosters for bussing, homeroom, activity periods, and late care
- Creating a monthly newsletter showcasing program highlights and important dates
- Ensuring the safety of all afterschool participants
- Supervising all after-school program staff
- Managing data tracking systems for enrollment and daily attendance
- Coordinating communication of absences, special programming, and other updates with families
- Monitoring and maintaining all program inventory, and placing supply orders when needed
- Managing data collection and reporting for the CACFP grant
- Overseeing the purchase of snacks and the creation of the weekly snack menu
- Conducting all dismissal procedures daily
Ensure the program is in compliance with DOH SACC requirements and guidelines
Manage program staff hiring and any staff changes, such as position transfers and salary updates, as needed to ensure program success
Oversee lesson planning for group leader-led activities and support the activity specialist in curriculum development
Integrate the Y's universal Jewish values and its connection to Israel in all programs where appropriate
Plan and implement monthly staff professional development, along with regular staff meetings and coaching sessions
Organize and execute special events, including activity planning, material ordering, facilities management, and scheduling
Assist in planning and implementation of Fall and Spring Showcases
Implement Program Quality Assessments
Maintain room cleanliness after use for after-school programs
Supervise campers as necessary for Camp Twelve Trails
Supervise camp staff as necessary for Camp Twelve Trails
Communicate with camper parents and guardians for Camp Twelve Trails when necessary
Assist the camp director with any other duties as assigned
Perform other duties as assigned

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

Compensation range of $70,000-$80,000.
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and competitive benefits package: Health Insurance; Retirement Plan, Optional 403b Plan, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Account, Commuter Benefit Plan, and Y Fitness Center Membership.

Minimum Qualifications:

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Bachelor's degree required; master's degree preferred
At least three years of director experience required
Must have excellent time management skills, be flexible, be a team player, be open to feedback, be creative, and have excellent organizational skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Computer literacy, including experience with Google Workspace applications
Willing to work some evenings and Sundays as needed

POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

Full-time, in-person, FLSA Exempt position.
September-June: Monday-Friday 10:00-6:30, with some Sundays or Saturdays as needed
July and August: Monday-Friday 8:00- 5:30 onsite at Camp Twelve Trails; additional hours may be required during the summer season

WORK AUTHORIZATION & CLEARANCE

Documentation of U.S. citizenship or eligibility to work in the U.S.
Must pass the background check, medical tests, fingerprinting through the Department of Health, and other pre-employment requirements.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

YM&YWHA of Washington Heights & Inwood provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

Salary:

$65,000 - $75,000

Agency Information:

Established in 1917 as one of the first Jewish community centers in New York City, the YM & YWHA of Washington Heights and Inwood (the Y) is a thriving and visionary not-for-profit human services organization in Northern Manhattan. We welcome people of diverse ethnicities and all ages, from pre-school to older adults, into the Y family with a wide range of educational, recreational and social services and programs that focus on improving the quality of their lives. With a long and distinguished history, the Y is a multi-service community center that is well known for its nurturing environment and non-judgmental philosophy.