Assistant Director of Sotomayor Cornerstone

Duties And Responsibilities

• Communicate with student frequently and effectively, connecting student to a range of services and programs inside and outside the school that address their physical, emotional, cognitive and social development
• With the support of the Program Director, monitor all aspects of the DYCD Cornerstone programming and initiatives
• Model positive youth development practices and social emotional learning competencies
• Coordinate staff meetings with Program Director and assist with dissemination of organizational policies, procedures and protocols
• Observe and evaluate staff performance and provide and / or facilitate ongoing relevant professional development for staff with the support of the Program Director
• Engage families and caregivers in supporting the education of their children and the ways in which academic outcomes are enhanced by serving the social-emotional and personal development needs of the child
• Work closely with the Program Director to direct staff to establish a common language, workplace culture and program vision that speaks to our purpose in the community and the impact we aim to make
• Aid in funder and/or agency reporting as outlined by Director
• Serve as community outreach personnel connecting stakeholders to the Center
• Serve as Center liaison to stakeholders, when needed, in absence of Director
• Co-create a strong sense of community which values respect, acceptance, and high expectations
• Manage all data entry across programs and contracted data systems including participant enrollment and attendance, and ensure that all program goals and outcome targets are achieved
• Ensure all records including staff files, participant files, and program certifications are up to date and in accordance with organizational and funding source requirements
• Maintain office efficiency by planning and implementing office systems, layout and equipment procurement, maintain and replenish inventory, checking stock to determine inventory levels, and anticipate needed supplies
• Ensure all related facilities and materials are well maintained and liaise with the appropriate agency staff around facility maintenance, when necessary
• Perform any and all task deemed necessary by the Program Director

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 2+ years of administrative/supervisory experience
• 2+ years of relevant experience, including at least one year experience working in an urban school environment in a youth development role; experience working with elementary and/or middle school students a plus
• Must have knowledge and experience of DOHMH and DYCD regulations
• Evidence of culturally competent practices and familiarity with NYC non-profits and social services
• Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse staff, student body and families, as well as a team of professionals at the school and across the organization
• Bilingual Spanish and English preferred