Assistant Program Director - Harlem, NY

Assistant DirectorThe YWCA of the City of New York (YW-NYC) is on a mission to eliminate racism, empower women and promote peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all. We are a social justice organization dedicated to addressing issues that emerge at the intersection of race, class and gender. Founded in 1858, the YW-NYC is the first YW in the United States and part of an international movement of YWs worldwide. We currently serve 1,500 New York City school children by providing leadership and advocacy training for young women through our high school Girls Initiatives and Out-of-School Time (OST) programs for elementary and middle school students in diverse communities in Manhattan and Brooklyn.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.ResponsibilitiesSupervisionCover for staff absences by working directly with groups of studentsEnsure that line staff provide adequate supervision to program participantsIn the absence of the Director provide direct supervision and coaching to staffProgram & Professional DevelopmentSupport Program Director in the delivery of curricula and other aspects of high-quality activitiesSupport Teaching Artist with the delivery and facilitation of high-quality programmingOversee the planning and delivery of engaging family engagement eventsSupport the planning and delivery of professional development sessions for line staffComplete at least 15 professional development training hours annuallyPartnership & Relationship DevelopmentCultivate 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 facilitationWhen feasible and with Program Director support school day activities strengthening and maintaining the CBO-School partnership and relationshipSupport Program Director with DYCD Site VisitsAdministrationDraft regular communications for program stakeholdersMaintain records needed for program administration, including daily student attendance, sign in/out sheets, staff training trackersSupport program schedule development, staff attendance management, and other program structuresWith the Program Director, monitor compliance with SACC licensing, funder requirements and other government background compliance with staffServe as Site Supervisor and office manager, ordering supplies and anticipating and meeting staff and program needsMaintain DYCD Connect database by inputting attendance weeklyRunning attendance reports ensuring that ADA and ROP are met and maintainedComplete monthly reports and submit them to Associate Director and School leadership by the prescribed deadlinePerform other duties as assignedMaintain DOHMH Staff binder/filesUpload Accounts Payable Invoices to the WinScp portalRequirementsSince this position also incorporates eLearning, applicants are required to have their own computers, computer headsets and a stable Internet connectionUse engaging technologies (third party or media) in appropriate and varied waysHave knowledge on how to operate Zoom and other telecommuting platformsExperience utilizing Microsoft office suite products (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)QualificationsRelated college-level coursework or School-Age Child Care credential2+ years working in OST programs or other education/youth programsKnowledge of anti-racism and gender equity principles and practicesFamiliarity with NYC public schools and/or NYC DYCD programsExcellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skillsStrong organizational skills and analytical abilityBilingual (Spanish/English) a bonusStrong work ethic and professional valuesCommitment to promoting YW-NYC's social justice mission and educational and youth development philosophyThe hours for this position will fluctuate depending on the needs of the school, general hours of operation can range anywhere 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.Job Type: Part-timePay: From $25.00 per hourExpected hours: 25 per weekBenefits:403(b)Paid time offRetirement planThe 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.