Program Director - 21St Century Community Learning Center

Program Director

21st Century Community Learning Center

New Jersey Community Development Corporation

New Jersey Community Development Corporation is a multi-faceted community development and social service agency providing opportunities to transform lives in Passaic County.  NJCDC is looking for a self-directed, talented individual to serve as a Program Director for its 21st Century Community Learning Center (CCLC) Grant. The CCLC grant funds academic and enrichment programs after school and during the summer for students in grades 9-12 at the John F. Kennedy Education Complex in Paterson, NJ. The position provides leadership in creating an inviting and safe environment for extra-curricular and academic opportunities for students.

The Program Director is responsible for: working with teachers to design programs and overseeing instructors; conducting program evaluation and data collection; building and strengthening community partnerships; and participating in state and regional meetings, trainings, and workshops.

Specific Responsibilities include:

• Planning and oversight of after school and summer programs for students in grades 9-12 at the four academy high schools located at JFK Educational Complex (SACT, STEM, BTMF and SET)
• Working with teachers, students, and school principals to design an exciting and engaging schedule of programs for academic enrichment, remediation, and exploration that meets the needs of students and families and the goals of the grant.
• Daily oversight of programs and staff while programs are in operation (after school and summer).
• Supervising all program staff including independent contractors, Site Coordinator, Teachers/Tutors, Enrichment Specialists, and other staff to ensure program goals and objectives are met
• Developing and strengthening an after-school and summer program of extra-curricular and academic activities for students in grades 9-12.
• Developing and maintaining a schedule for project based learning, academic, recreational, career development, service learning and extra-curricular activities.
• Building and maintaining relationships with program partners and sites, meeting regularly with school administrators and partners.
• Working with Evaluation team to conduct program evaluation and performance measurement.
• Developing student and family outreach, recruitment, and retention plans.
• Other duties as assigned.

Prospective applicants must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Social Work, Human Services or a related field, Master’s Degree preferred; at least 3 years of experience in education and positive youth development providing school-based, after-school and summer related programming; experience working with at-risk youth ages 14-18; excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills;  strong organizational and time management skills; be detail-oriented; a proven ability to prioritize and meet deadlines; and the ability to work independently as well as with a team.  Computer skills are also essential, with experience with Microsoft Word, Power Point and Excel, required. Attractive salary and benefits package will be provided.