HVA Program Director

PROGRAM DIRECTORHarlem Village Academy (HVA) - MIDDLE SCHOOLOBJECTIVES AND PURPOSES

For over 200 years, the New York City Mission Society has been at the forefront of transforming lives using the power of education. Mission Society is committed to ending multigenerational poverty by unlocking the potential of the city’s most underserved families. We facilitate academic enrichment, youth development, college access, and workforce development programs in 13 public school programs in Manhattan, Brooklyn, and the Bronx.

The Program Director will oversee Mission Society’s HVA Middle School afterschool program, providing leadership to ensure the delivery of high-quality youth development programming aligned with DYCD requirements. This role is central to fostering a safe, engaging, and academically supportive environment that meets the developmental, social, and educational needs of participants.

Title: Program Director, HVA (Middle School)

Reports To: Senior Director, Children’s Programs Education and Operations Supervises: Afterschool Program Staff (including Activity Specialists,

Group Leaders, and Aides/Assistant Program Directors) Employment Status: Full-Time, Exempt

Program Description:

New York City Mission Society’s Afterschool and Summer Day Camp Program is dedicated to cultivating the personal growth and educational advancement of all elementary and middle school participants. With a curriculum focused on academic support, STEAM, literacy, social-emotional development, physical activity and healthy living, introduction to college and careers, and life skills development, the afterschool program reinforces

school-day learning in a safe and healthy environment. Programming is provided after school, on school holidays, and during the summer.

Principal Responsibilities:

● Oversee the daily operations of the HVA Middle School program, ensuring all activities meet DYCD and DOE standards and compliance requirements.

● Develop and implement afterschool and summer program plans, including student recruitment, scheduling, curriculum design, evaluation, and recordkeeping.

● Establish and maintain three (3) community partnerships annually to expand programming opportunities, leverage community resources, and enhance participant experiences.

● Oversee implementation of Mental Health Supports

● Serve as an Inclusion Coordinator to help participants, families and other staff identify and access resources and tools (including those provided through DYCD) to address special needs. Communicate with DYCD about needs for specialized supports (e.g., specialized paraprofessionals, nurses, or transportation) that are beyond the program’s capacity through reasonable accommodation.

● Identify a Youth Peer Advocate who meets the listed criteria (an individual between 18 and 30 years of age who has received services in any one of the child-serving systems (e.g., juvenile justice, special education, substance use disorder or foster care) or who has self-identified as a person who has first-hand experience with emotional (mental health), behavioral challenges, and/or co-occurring disorders.)

● Develop and implement an annual professional development plan that provides 108 hours of training for staff. Training will be aligned with DYCD guidance and organizational goals.

● Supervise and support staff through regular observations, coaching, and performance reviews to ensure program quality and fidelity to curriculum standards.

● Coordinate closely with school leadership, faculty, parents, and community stakeholders to support program alignment with school-day learning and student success.

● Maintain all program records, including enrollment, attendance, incident reports, and compliance documentation, ensuring timely data entry into DYCD Connect and other required systems.

● Manage program budget and expenditures to ensure adherence to fiscal policies and funder guidelines.

● Ensure that all health, safety, and licensing requirements are met, including Department of Health SACC regulations.

● Promote positive youth development by creating a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment that encourages academic and social-emotional growth.

● Participate in all required DYCD training, Mission Society meetings, and professional development opportunities.

● Perform other related duties as assigned by the Senior Director or Mission Society leadership.

Qualifications:

The candidate must have one of the following:

● An associate’s degree in child development, elementary education, physical education, recreation or a related field (bachelor’s preferred) and two years of direct experience working with children less than 13 years of age, including at

least one year in a supervisory capacity in a childcare program or related field of work; or

● A New York State Children’s Program Administrator Credential and two years of direct experience working with children less than 13 years of age*,* including at least one year in a supervisory capacity in a childcare program or related field of work; or

● A School-Age Child Care Credential or other Office-recognized credential specific to the school-age developmental period and two years of direct experience working with children less than 13 years of age, including at least one year in a supervisory capacity in a childcare program or related field of work; or

● Two years of college with 18 credits in Child Development, Elementary Education, Physical Education, Recreation or a related field; and two years of direct experience working with children less than 13 years of age, including at least one year in a supervisory capacity in a childcare program or related field of work.

Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Youth Development, Human Services, or a related field strongly preferred.

The candidate should also have:

● Strong understanding of DYCD SONYC Middle School program standards, reporting systems, and compliance requirements.

● Proven ability to develop and lead effective professional development initiatives for staff.

● Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

● Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders including school administrators, community organizations, and funders.

● Commitment to equity, inclusion, and positive youth development principles.

General Requirements:

All staff are expected to be committed to the mission, vision, and values of Mission Society. Staff must comply with all DYCD, DOE, and Department of Health standards, as well as participate in mandatory training and professional development sessions.

Salary and Benefits

Salary range: $63,000-$68,000 based on experience, qualifications and fit. Comprehensive benefits include Medical, Dental, Life, Long Term Disability Insurance, 403(B) plan with employer contribution, TransitChek, Employee Wellness Program, Municipal Credit Union Membership, Voluntary Supplemental Insurance options.

APPLY

Interested and qualified individuals should forward their resumes with cover letter to [email protected]. Include in subject line-Re: Program Director- HVA

Visit our website at www.nycmissionsociety.org.

Note: We are unable to accept phone calls. Applicants must meet qualifications stated above. Only applicants selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Mission Society of New York City is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Pay: $63,000.00 - $68,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• 403(b) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person