Program Coordinator at PS 143 - Brooklyn NY

Program Coordinator

The Program Coordinator is responsible for the oversight of a school-based after-school program. The Program Coordinator provides leadership, direction, supervision, and support to program staff to ensure desired program goals and outcomes are met. The Program Coordinator serves as the primary contact between NIA and the school principal, and represents NIA to the whole school community. The Program Coordinator will report to a Program Supervisor and will work with assigned supervisor to create a dynamic after-school program that includes academic enrichment, project based learning, arts, sports, and leadership activities.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supervise all aspects of a school-based after-school program
• Manage daily operations and coordinate with the schools administration, teachers, secretaries, and custodial staff
• Organize program logistics, such as schedules, lesson plan collection, snack and space reservations, trips, supply requests, and programmatic needs
• Build relationships with the school principal and administrative team to facilitate seamless integration of NIA staff and expanded hours into the overall school culture
• Build and maintain positive relationships with all stakeholders (participants, parents, school staff and administration, funders, the community, and NIA)
• Ensure that the program operates in compliance with all DOH and funder regulations and meets all contractual obligations, specifically in the area of enrollment and rate of participation
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date attendance data and meet deadlines for data entry into database
• Assist in the interviewing, managing, training, and coaching of program staff and volunteers
• Conduct classroom observations; assess and evaluate staff on a consistent basis and address concerns as they arise
• Maintain accurate time and attendance records for all staff, current staff and student files, incident and accident reports, and other required documentation and student data
• Review lesson plans weekly; support the development of curriculum maps and activity plans
• Ensure program content supports initiative goals and outcomes
• Participate in school leadership committees and PTA meetings
• Work closely with families, parents, and guardians to ensure the needs of students are met
• Create a strong sense of community which values respect, acceptance, and high expectations
• Perform other duties and tasks as deemed necessary by the NIA

Qualifications and Requirements:

• A minimum of a Bachelors degree related to education or youth development
• A minimum of four years of relevant experience working with children in an educational setting is preferred
• At least two years experience supervising staff and managing programs is preferred
• Strong leadership, conflict-resolution and diplomacy skills
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to prioritize, meet deadlines and multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Capacity to work independently and collaboratively
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Computer proficiency including Microsoft Word and Excel, email correspondence, and database management is required
• Familiarity with NY State Standards
• Must be available to work 4 hours/day, 5 days/week (20 hours/week)
• Must take part in 30 hours of professional development opportunities per year and be available for some organization events outside of regular business hours