Position OverviewThe After School Director is responsible for leading a high-quality middle school after-school program that extends KIPP NYC's commitment to academic excellence, student development, and family partnership beyond the school day.Reporting jointly to the Regional Manager of After School Programs and partnering closely with school leadership teams, the After School Director will develop, manage, and continuously improve programming that integrates academics, enrichment, youth development, and social-emotional learning. The After School Director plays a key role in creating engaging and supportive experiences that foster student belonging, achievement, leadership, and well-being.This role requires a highly organized, student-centered leader who can build strong teams, cultivate meaningful relationships with families and community partners, and ensure operational excellence while maintaining a joyful and engaging program culture.Duties and Responsibilities:General responsibilities include (but are not limited to):Program Leadership & VisionDevelop and implement a clear vision for after-school programming that aligns with KIPP NYC's mission, values, and educational prioritiesEnsure programming provides students with meaningful opportunities for academic growth, enrichment, leadership development, and social-emotional learningEvaluate program effectiveness through data analysis, stakeholder feedback, and student outcomes to drive continuous improvementFoster a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment where all students feel known, valued, and supportedStaff Leadership & DevelopmentRecruit, hire, onboard, train, supervise, and evaluate after-school staffProvide ongoing coaching and professional development to ensure high-quality instruction and student engagementBuild a collaborative team culture grounded in accountability, growth, and continuous learningEnsure all staff complete required professional development hours and compliance trainingSchool & Family PartnershipPartner closely with school leadership teams to align after-school programming with school-day priorities and student needsCreate systems that promote strong communication and collaboration between school-day and after-school staffServe as a primary point of contact for families and cultivate strong family partnershipsPlan and execute family engagement and community-building events that strengthen connections between families, schools, and after-school programsStudent Recruitment & RetentionLead student recruitment and retention efforts to meet and exceed enrollment targetsDevelop strategies to ensure consistent student participation and engagement throughout the program yearMonitor attendance and participation data to identify trends and implement interventions as neededCompliance & OperationsEnsure compliance with all Department of Health (DOH), Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD), Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS), and organizational requirementsMaintain accurate program records, data collection systems, and required reportingComplete all required DYCD trainings and translate learning into improved program practices and student experiencesCollaborate with school-based and regional teams to develop and implement crisis management and student support plansBudget & Resource ManagementManage site budgets, purchasing, expense tracking, reporting, and budget modifications in partnership with the Finance TeamEnsure responsible stewardship of resources while maximizing program impact and student experiencesMonitor expenditures and align spending decisions with program goals and prioritiesCommunity & Stakeholder EngagementBuild and maintain strong relationships with school leaders, students, families, community organizations, and regional stakeholdersRepresent KIPP NYC positively within the broader communityIdentify opportunities to strengthen partnerships that enhance programming and student outcomes
