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About the Role

The Beacon Director provides strong leadership, fiscal, and administrative skills to manage their site. This role leads program design and implementation, supervises staff, and collaborates with school leadership and community partners to offer services meeting community needs. The Director co-leads the community school effort using the SFUSD Community School Framework and the Beacon Model, focusing on structured educational opportunities outside the traditional school day to enhance student learning and development.

Responsibilities

Provide strategic input on program development and goal setting to coordinators and assistant coordinators.
Support the Beacon Team in developing plans to enhance program quality and impact.
Support coordinators in professionally resolving staff issues, ensuring all parties are informed, and escalating complex situations.
Participate in committees to support high-level staff engagement in agency-wide initiatives.
Provide 1:1 check-ins and ongoing coaching sessions with coordinators.
Conduct weekly observations to assess program implementation and quality.
Collaborate closely with the school principal, San Francisco Unified School District, San Francisco Beacon Initiative, and city partners.
Foster strong relationships with district partners, ensuring timely communication regarding program updates, challenges, and successes.
Collaborate with School Leadership to ensure program alignment, adherence to contractual agreements, and meeting community needs.
Actively participate in partner meetings, committees, and events.
Work with the Principal and teachers to implement programs supporting school site goals for student development and academic achievement, aligning activities with the school day.
Supervise Beacon Program Coordinators (Site Coordinator, Family engagement coordinator, Behavioral Health Specialist).
Communicate with the People & Culture (PAC) team to ensure smooth operations and prevent staff issues.
Engage in DEIB efforts to embed these values in program operations and team culture.
Attend professional conferences to stay informed about industry trends and network with potential partners, subcontractors, and community organizations.
Ensure all program operations comply with district policies and grant requirements.
Monitor program adherence to safety, compliance, and internal operational protocols, addressing challenges promptly and effectively.
Support the interview process by coaching coordinators with materials, best practices, and attending interviews as necessary.
Work closely with the Program Manager and Contracts Department to ensure subcontracts are executed, monitored, and reported accurately.
Oversee the approval of timesheets for Coordinators, ensuring accurate tracking of hours worked.
Review and approve expenses for Coordinators, ensuring program spending aligns with budget guidelines and grant requirements.
Ensure all subcontractor payments are correct and executed in a timely manner.
Submit all required documentation on time, including program reports, student attendance, monthly narratives, and staff evaluations.
Participate in all meetings, workshops, and activities organized by BACR, SFBI, DCYF, SFUSD, and ExCEL.
Ensure completion of QAP, PQA, and SEL PQA as required by funders.
Develop, manage, and monitor site budget to ensure funds are allocated appropriately and fully spent in compliance with grant requirements.

Requirements

Minimum of 3–5 years of supervisory experience in after-school programs or in the fields of education and youth development.
Track record of leading staff, supporting program implementation, and fostering positive youth outcomes.
Ability to conduct professional and structured interviews that align with organizational hiring practices and ensure consistency, equity, and fairness in the candidate selection process.
Ability to maintain high-level professionalism, confidentiality, and demonstrate a high degree of integrity.
Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
Ability to plan and implement professional development and training for staff.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with an emphasis on clarity, consistency, and responsiveness in all stakeholder relationships.
Successful completion of a criminal background check.
TB test clearance.
At least 2 years of supervisory experience with a demonstrated ability to effectively lead and support a team of adults.
Proficiency in technology and computer applications (Word, email, Google Drive, etc.).
Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
Capable of standing and walking for extended periods of time.
Ability to communicate effectively in English with students and families.
Basic English reading proficiency to support students' academic development, enrichment offerings, and school day alignment.

Skills

Leadership
Fiscal management
Administrative skills
Program design
Program implementation
Staff supervision
Collaboration
Interviewing skills
Professionalism
Confidentiality
Integrity
Project management
Task prioritization
Deadline management
Professional development planning
Training implementation
Effective communication
Interpersonal skills
Team leadership
Technology proficiency
Computer applications (Word, email, Google Drive)
Compassion
Curiosity
Humility
Joy

Location

San Francisco Bay Area
California

Work Type

Full-time
40 hours a week
Year-round

Experience Level

Minimum of 3–5 years of supervisory experience in after-school programs or in the fields of education and youth development
At least 2 years of supervisory experience

Education Level

Associate Degree or higher
Completion of at least 48 college units
Passing score on the Instructional Aide Exam
Bachelor's degree preferred

Salary/Compensations

$72,000 - $82,000

Benefits

Up to 16 paid BACR holidays per year
Up to 25 school holidays per year
Stepping stone into a career in education, leadership, advocacy, social entrepreneurship, and social justice
Employee assistance program
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Wellness program
Life insurance
Flexible spending account
Transit flexible spending account for commuting expenses
Parking flexible spending account for commuting expenses
403b plan

About the Company

Bay Area Community Resources (BACR) promotes the healthy development of individuals, families, and communities through direct services, volunteerism, and partnerships in the San Francisco Bay Area.
BACR has deep respect for the communities served throughout the Greater San Francisco Bay Area, the dedicated staff who show up for those in need, and the opportunity to promote resilience in tens of thousands of individuals every year.
BACR puts people at the center of everything, hiring individuals with diverse backgrounds, ideas, opinions, and life experiences who are passionate about making a difference.
BACR's culture encourages, supports, and celebrates diversity, committed to creating an inclusive environment where opportunities exist for all, everyone feels they belong, and different perspectives are valued.
BACR staff make a lasting impact across California, serving tens of thousands of children, youth, and families every day.
BACR staff continue to create meaningful change in every community, witnessing the strength and resilience of individuals and families often adversely impacted by systemic racism, poverty, and inequitable access to resources and opportunities.
BACR's mission is to work in the heart of communities to foster generational change, promoting resilience, health, and justice.

Equal Opportunity

BACR is an equal opportunity employer and encourages diversity.
BACR celebrates, supports, and thrives on diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to perceived age, marital or familial status, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, race, creed, color, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, physical or mental disability including AIDS or AIDS-Related Complex or military status.