Program Manager- After School Programs

About the role

New York Edge (NYE) is the largest provider of school-based afterschool and summer programming in New York City, serving thousands of students annually across all five boroughs and Long Island. Our mission is to help young people discover their potential by providing programs that support academic achievement, social-emotional development, and leadership growth. Through deep partnerships with schools, communities, and city agencies, we deliver high-quality experiences that address the needs of the whole child and build pathways to lifelong success. NYE also serves as a leading Community-Based Organization (CBO) in the NYC Community Schools initiative, partnering with school leadership to coordinate integrated supports such as expanded learning, family engagement, and wellness services to ensure students and families have access to comprehensive school-based resources.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and train Program Directors in recruitment, staffing, scheduling, program design, and the Sports & Arts philosophy.
• Conduct regular site visits to evaluate program quality and provide constructive feedback.
• Support Program Directors in developing age-appropriate curricula and enrichment activities.
• Collaborate with school principals, funders, and other stakeholders to ensure strong partnerships and effective communication.
• Address parent concerns and manage incidents as needed.
• Promote professional growth of Program Directors and staff through coaching and feedback.
• Conduct ongoing program evaluations and support continuous improvement efforts.

Requirements

• Required: Bachelor’s degree required (Education, Psychology, or Social Work preferred).
• Minimum of 18 college credits in Education from an accredited institution.
• Prior supervisory experience in urban education; teaching or afterschool management preferred.
• Completion of the 15-hour OCFS Health and Safety course within three months of hire (required for DOHMH compliance).

Qualifications

• Strong leadership, communication, and team-building abilities.
• Knowledge of curriculum design, program evaluation, and fiscal planning.
• Familiarity with DOE/public school systems and city, state, and federal funding for afterschool programs.
• Understanding of sports, arts, and academic enrichment programming.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills; able to manage multiple priorities.
• Commitment to youth development, equity, and New York Edge’s mission.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word) and adaptable to remote work environments.