Program Director - Ingersoll Cornerstone (57060)

University Settlement partners with 40,000 New Yorkers on the Lower East Side and in Brooklyn every year to build on their strengths as they achieve healthy, stable, and remarkable lives. For over 135 years, we’ve collaborated with our neighbors to pioneer highly effective programs that fight poverty and systemic inequality. Established in 1886 as the first Settlement House in the United States, we bring the values of that movement into the 21st century by meeting New Yorkers where they live, listening deeply to all perspectives, engaging with every individual holistically, and creating space for people to organize. Joining together with our neighbors to advocate for justice and equality, we help build community strength. 

We work with New Yorkers of all ages. We infuse a commitment to civic engagement, equity, and communal action into each of our programs, which include early childhood education, mental health and wellness, benefits assistance and eviction prevention, adult literacy and education, healthy aging, community and recreation centers, performing and visual arts, and youth development. 

"Are you a visionary educator ready to build something special? We are seeking an innovative After-School Program Director to lead our team. This role offers the opportunity to develop a dynamic program that blends academic support with creative enrichment, social-emotional learning, and community engagement".

The Program Director will be responsible for the strategic oversight of programs and all day-to-day operations at our Ingersoll Cornerstone site.  This program will provide academic support, artistic, athletic, and cultural enrichment, and opportunities for family involvement. The position requires a creative, energetic, team-building leader committed to providing the highest quality of programming for children and families. 

Responsibilities: 

• Set programmatic direction for after-school programs and services 

• Manage all day-to-day operations of the site 

• Maintain program compliance per funders’ regulations; be knowledgeable of funder regulations as well as DOH SACC regulations  

• Supervise, monitor, and coach direct-service staff  

• Perform annual staff evaluations and submit timely appraisals to HR  

• Responsible for hiring new personnel following program and HR compliance protocols 

• Maintain consistent communication with the supervisor about all programmatic issues

• Monitor the accuracy of attendance and data reporting, and maintain files 

• Develop and select curricula appropriate for the developmental needs of children in an after-school setting  

• Develop and participate in high-quality, relevant staff training 

• Ensure compliance with all funding sources and regulating agencies; prepare monthly reports of program information and data, and other reports as needed  

• Track program expenses and work with the Finance department to ensure proper fiscal procedures are in place 

• Work collaboratively with Department of Education staff, Principal, parent association, and other CBOs; contribute to efforts to improve school achievement    

• Ensure proper use of school facilities and maintain effective communication with custodians, security, and cafeteria staff 

• In conjunction with the Supervisor, maximize parent and family involvement in the program through parent advisory board, family workshops and events, and volunteer recruitment  

• Participate in advocacy efforts for after-school funding and other campaigns that affect the community 

• Handle other duties as assigned by the Supervisor 

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in a