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About the Role

The Program Director oversees the daily operations of a school-based after-school program, providing leadership and supervision to staff to ensure program goals and student outcomes are achieved. This role is responsible for the high-quality implementation of a DYCD-funded program, with a focus on participant safety, regulatory compliance, and fiscal accountability. The Program Director serves as the primary liaison with the school principal and represents the program within the broader school community. The role leads the delivery of a dynamic program that includes academic enrichment, project-based learning, arts, sports, leadership development, and initiatives supporting students’ academic and social-emotional growth. This role also includes leading Summer Rising programming each year, requiring flexibility with scheduling and location adjustments during the summer months.

Responsibilities

Ensure program activities align with DYCD COMPASS and SONYC requirements and organizational goals.
Oversee daily site operations to maintain a safe, structured, and compliant program environment.
Manage attendance tracking, data entry, and required documentation in DYCD Connect.
Supervise and support site staff, including the Content Specialist, Group Leaders, and Activity Specialists.
Conduct staff observations and evaluations and provide ongoing coaching and professional development.
Ensure compliance with SACC regulations, including supervision ratios, safety protocols, and staff credential requirements.
Serve as the primary point of contact with NYCPS school personnel, families, and community partners.
Lead recruitment and retention efforts to meet DYCD enrollment and attendance targets.
Support high‑quality programming across literacy, STEM, arts, civic engagement, and NYC Reads initiatives.
Coordinate inclusion supports and manage Individualized Accommodation Plans (IAPs) for participants with diverse needs.
Lead the implementation of safety drills, behavior protocols, and crisis management plans.

Requirements

DOE Fingerprinted
SACC Director Requirement
Statewide Central Registry clearance
Department of Health clearance
Bachelor’s degree in a child-related field (e.g., Education, Child Development, Psychology, Social Work) and at least two years of direct experience working with school-age children; or A minimum of three (3) years of supervisory or program management experience in youth development or educational settings.
Two years of college with 18 credits in Child Development, Elementary Education, Physical Education, Recreation or a related field

Skills

Knowledge of DYCD COMPASS and SONYC program requirements
Experience working in partnership with NYCPS schools
Demonstrated ability to supervise staff
Demonstrated ability to manage program operations
Demonstrated ability to oversee budgets
Demonstrated ability to maintain regulatory compliance
Experience collaborating with school staff, families, and community partners
Strong communication skills
Strong organizational skills
Strong problem-solving skills
Commitment to youth development
Commitment to student safety
Commitment to educational equity
Commitment to culturally responsive practices

Location

Bronx

Work Type

Full-time
Salary Exempt

Experience Level

At least two years of direct experience working with school-age children
A minimum of three (3) years of supervisory or program management experience in youth development or educational settings

Education Level

Bachelor’s degree in a child-related field (e.g., Education, Child Development, Psychology, Social Work)
Two years of college with 18 credits in Child Development, Elementary Education, Physical Education, Recreation or a related field

Salary/Compensations

Commensurate with experience

Benefits

Sick and Safe Leave
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Select DOE holidays, depending on OST program operating schedules

About the Company

Veronica Arts Media, Inc. is a 501c3 nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering youth through high-quality enrichment programs that support academic success, creativity, wellness, and personal growth.
Our mission is to provide students with access to engaging programs such as physical fitness, academic support, social-emotional learning, STEAM and literacy enrichment, media arts, leadership development, and early exposure to college and career pathways.
This is your chance to contribute directly to an organization committed to empowering youth through high-quality enrichment, creativity, wellness, academic support, and life-changing opportunities.