Afterschool Site Director SY26-27

Key Responsibilities

• Lead afterschool academic sessions focused on literacy, math, and social-emotional growth.
• Collaborate with LaAmistad’s Academic Director to plan and adapt learning activities based on individual student needs.
• Monitor and report student progress using assessments, report cards, and school-provided data.
• Communicate regularly with parents, schools, volunteers, and program leadership regarding student development and site updates.
• Train, supervise, and support volunteer tutors and program assistants.
• Maintain site safety by enforcing emergency protocols and child protection policies.
• Foster strong partnerships with school staff and host site representatives.
• Share weekly updates via a digital newsletter with stakeholders.
• Manage site-level administrative tasks, including timesheet approvals for staff.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Highly Preferred: Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field, at least one year of experience working with K–5 students, First Aid/CPR certification, strong communication, planning, and organizational skills, physical ability to lift/carry up to 30 lbs., climb stairs, and move quickly between classrooms, experience managing a team and/or volunteers.
• Desired Skills And Attributes: Retired educators (K–12) encouraged to apply, Fluent in Spanish (preferred, not required), Passion for educational equity and community engagement, Ability to build trust and rapport with diverse families, volunteers, and school staff, Self-motivated, resilient, and collaborative—aligned with LaAmistad’s core values, Clean MVR required, No special license needed.

About LaAmistad

LaAmistad is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering Latino students and families through educational support and life-enriching programs. We believe in building brighter futures together—through community, compassion, and consistent care.