Interim GAINS Program Director (Multiple Locations)

Overview The Program Director will work with the Staff in managing the program in adherence to the New York State School-Age Child Care regulations, as well as government contracts. He/she will monitor and support his/her staff and implement student curriculum activities. Familiarity with the student population served is essential. Responsibilities * Mandated to attend all required training sessions/ classes including staff and parent * Assist in orientation and training of instructors/tutors, high school mentors/tutors and * Ensure all reports required by DHQ and City agencies are completed and processed in a timely * Ensure all employees follow the State and School Age Child Care * Facilitate On-site training such as lesson planning, classroom management, facilitation techniques and strategies to improve program quality. * Supervise SYEP participants, group leaders and security * Assist in recruitment and selection of staff (make sure proposed staff meet regulations of DOH). * Arrange educational, cultural, and social activities for * Update DYCD Workscope, Activity Schedule, Holiday Schedule, and Daily * Create staff dynamics to develop Monthly staff meetings, formal supervision and foster an environment of fun, professionalism, and learning. Teamwork is important. * Review all lesson plans prepared by all enrichment Make sure age appropriate. * Assist in recruitment of Contact parents when students are absent for at least three days. * Develop and maintain relationships with principal(s) and teachers at participating school(s). Be aware of and reinforce public school curriculum. * Create & maintain student Evaluate progress of students monthly by collecting report cards, progress reports, selective homework assignments, etc. This will include monthly meetings with the Principal(s) and/or teachers concerning each student's progress. * Coordinate daily Town Hall * Must get the participation of students in the development and implementation of * Accompany students on * Make sure attendance is entered on-line * Organize and facilitate pick-up of children from * Interview & select high school Meet with them weekly and when needed. Maintain and collect time sheets. Collect & review report cards. Evaluate their performance. * Ensure DYCD online is updated on the appropriate * Prepare reports for government * Attend all staff meetings and trainings as * Know state/ local oversight agency Make sure programs adhere to City and State Requirements. * Make sure the program meets the requirements of government contracts and foundations/corporations. * Prepare payroll for * Incorporate different methods to engage parents and * The Program Director will provide coverage at the entrance of the program in the absence of the security personnel. Qualifications * Must have Associate or BA/BS degree in child development, elementary education, physical education, recreation or a relate field AND two years direct experience working with children under the age of 18 years, including at least one year in a supervisory capacity. * Must have experience in lesson planning, curriculum development and implementation of structured programming for students in elementary and middle school; and preferably teaching credentials and teaching experience.

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