After-School Assistant Program Director - Flushing, Queens

About the role

The Assistant Program Director (APD) supports the Program Director in managing daily operations and ensuring safe, high-quality programming. The APD supervises staff, helps monitor compliance, and maintains effective communication with all stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Supports staff scheduling, supervision, and program logistics.
• Maintains a visible presence throughout program hours to ensure safety, engagement, and quality of service.
• Observes programming, provides coaching and feedback, and helps ensure compliance with all agency and DYCD requirements.
• Serves as Inclusion Coordinator to help participants, families, and staff identify and access tools and resources—including those provided by DYCD—to address special needs.
• Develops and manages Individualized Accommodation Plans for participants, and maintains Student Behavioral Support Plans and Logs.
• Collaborates with The Child Center’s Behavioral Health Division, AVP of YD SBMH Programming, school partners, and community providers to ensure integrated, inclusive support for all youth.
• Supports the Program Director in onboarding, training, and coaching staff to implement inclusive practices and behavior support strategies.
• Promotes positive communication and collaboration among staff, families, and school teams.

Requirements

• Associate’s Degree or equivalent experience required; Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Social Work, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of experience working with youth in educational or community settings.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience supporting children and youth with disabilities and/or English Language Learners.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic data entry systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Social Work, Psychology, or related field.
• Bilingual in Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, Bengali, Haitian Creole, or other languages relevant to the community.