About the Role
LEAP is seeking a Program Coordinator to oversee an arts-integrated after-school program in a New York City public school. This role requires a highly organized, self-motivated, and creative problem-solver to ensure quality program execution through effective planning, lesson development, and adherence to the LEAP instructional model. The coordinator will observe and provide feedback to program staff, collaborate with school leadership, and manage time effectively to achieve LEAP's mission and values.
Responsibilities
- Ensure the safety and security of each participant by ensuring programs operate in compliance with all applicable LEAP and New York State School Age Child Care protocols and procedures.
- Work cooperatively with school leadership and LEAP staff to assess school needs, evaluate budgets, plan programming, share evaluation tools, and oversee quality delivery.
- Recruit and train program staff in youth and professional development areas.
- Coordinate and follow up on participant outreach, enrollment, and attendance to meet programmatic goals.
- Oversee staff scheduling and timesheets.
- Plan, organize, and produce high-quality arts-based programming events.
- Monitor, evaluate, and manage all aspects of the program to ensure quality, effectiveness, and alignment with stated goals.
- Ensure all funder and regulatory agency data requirements are met and submitted in a timely manner.
- Ensure and track that the budget and expenses are aligned and maintained within organizational financial guidelines.
- Attend all staff meetings, professional development opportunities, training sessions, and special events.
- Track attendance, event participation, surveys, and other organizational data to support program effectiveness reports.
Requirements
- A New York State Children’s Program Administrator Credential OR a School-Age Child Care Credential OR an associate’s degree in Child Development, Elementary Education, Physical Education, Recreation or a related field.
- Minimum of two (2) years’ relevant experience working in an after-school environment and/or arts education.
- Passion for inclusion and advocacy in the arts.
- Clear and confident writer able to communicate actionable results.
- A quick learner, with an open-minded perspective.
- A problem solver with a positive attitude and excellent relationship management skills.
- A self-starter: highly effective working independently and within a team.
- Excellent project & process coordination skills, writing, and attention to detail.
- Proficiency with Google Suite (Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides, and Forms).
- Ability to enter data into an online system.
- Excellent organization skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated involvement with and commitment to the youth community.
- Pre-employment screening is required, including criminal history checks.
Skills
- Communication & Interpersonal Skills
- Leadership & Supervisory Skills
- Program Management & Development
- Knowledge of Child Development
- Adaptability & Technology Skills
- Work Ethic & Professionalism
- Proficiency with Google Suite
- Ability to enter data into an online system
- Ability to speak Spanish (preferred)
- Strong working knowledge and experience using Salesforce, Zoom, Slack, and Asana (a plus)
Location
- M.S.730K- Summit Academy Charter School
Work Type
- Part-Time
- On-Site All Five (5) Days
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Minimum of two (2) years’ relevant experience working in an after-school environment and/or arts education
Education Level
- A New York State Children’s Program Administrator Credential
- A School-Age Child Care Credential
- An associate’s degree in Child Development, Elementary Education, Physical Education, Recreation or a related field.
Salary/Compensations
- $38 per hour
About the Company
- At LEAP, we don’t just build great programs, we build a great place to work.
- You’ll thrive here if you’re excited to be part of a mission-driven, people-centered, and joy-filled team.
- We are community-oriented, believing in a shared moral responsibility.
- We are creative, flexible, and open-minded.
- We are collaborative and mission driven.
- We are accountable to ourselves, each other, and our goals.
- We are committed to feedback and clear, consistent communication.
- We are champions of a compassionate and inclusive culture.
- We are supporters of self-care and the well-being of others.
- We are above all… FUN!
- At LEAP, you’ll be empowered to grow, lead, and make a lasting impact, all while being part of a community that values who you are and what you bring.
Equal Opportunity
- WE ARE AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
- In accordance with organizational policy, LEAP does not sponsor individuals on O-1 visas.
