Achievers Program Director - Tampa Metropolitan Area Ymca

Under the supervision of the Executive Director, the Achievers Program Director will be responsible for planning, implementing, and leading specialized curriculum related to college and cultural exposure, entrepreneurial exploration, mentorship, and leadership development for middle school and high school-aged children. The Achievers Program Director will also plan and supervise college visits/tours for program participants. The Program Director is also responsible for the recruitment, hiring, and training of instructors and volunteers.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Safety and Risk Management

• Ensures all Tampa Y standards and best practices are implemented and followed. Applies YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to best practices, emergency procedures, medical and disciplinary situations and child abuse prevention.

• Ensures the health and safety of all children.

• Program Quality and Growth

• Responsible for implementing lesson plans, and weekly enrichment activities, in compliance with grant metrics, to promote individual child development.

• Assess the needs and interests of individuals and groups and prepare instructional program activities accordingly, given the available materials, equipment or center.

• Develop curricula and plan course content and methods of instruction; evaluate and revise curricula as needed.

• Prepares all materials and supplies for planned activities.

• Takes charge of all specialized activities and assists children during all activities where adult help is needed.

• Plan and manage college visits/tours, including but not limited to: transportation, registration, volunteers, and coordination with educational institution.

• Ensure that all program costs are within provided budget guidelines.

• Work with Executive Director to ensure delivery of curriculum and all grant related metrics.

• Be willing and able to complete other duties as directed by supervisor.

Team Leadership

• Creating and maintaining meaningful and impactful relationships with the families, supervisor and colleagues.

• Actively works with and builds relationships/rapport with local school administrators.

• Attends and participates in workshops, in-service training and other meetings to acquire and disseminate information.

• Supervises and evaluates program staff in the implementation of programs, activities, and schedules to accomplish program goals.

• Coordinates volunteers to assist with program needs; ensuring timely communication and following YMCA policies.

Budget & Grant Administration:

• Develop, manage, and monitor the Achievers operating budget and meet or exceed budget targets

• Document all necessary administrative forms as directed.

• Works with grant team to submit all required grant data in a timely manner and attend meetings with funders as requested.

• Prepares statistical, analytical, and narrative reports regarding programs and operations of Achievers as needed.

• Work with Association to identify and secure additional funding sources.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be at least 21 years of age.

• BA/BS in Education, Social Sciences or related field preferred.

• Prior experience working with youth required, teens strongly preferred.

• Ability to quickly build rapport and develop effective relationships with children to achieve goals.

• Basic knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices for youth.

• Basic knowledge of behavior modification theories and practices.

• Basic knowledge of current educational techniques and practices.

• Skilled in verbal communication with children and conflict resolution.

• Ability to assist in the planning, organizing and implementing of education curriculums.

• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

• Ability to handle confidential information.

• Ability to use a computer and related software.

• Ability to implement safety procedures.

• Ability to work effectively with others.

• Certifications/Trainings Required:

• Must obtain within 30 days of employment and then maintain current certifications in CPR and First Aid.

• Maintain other required certifications.

• Must attend all mandatory trainings/meetings.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job includes, but not limited to:

• The employee needs sufficient strength, agility and mobility to perform essential functions and to supervise program activities in a wide variety of indoor and outdoor locations.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use a computer for extended periods of time and be able to communicate using a computer and authorized work phone/smart device.

• Ability to instruct and observe participants during program activities.

• The employee frequently is required to see, observe, and hear all participants, and make sound judgments and decisions.

• Ability to perform all physical aspects of the position, including, but not limited to, leading class, walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting.

• Ability to sit and reach, and must be able to move around the work environment.

• Hear noises and distress signals in the program environment, including in the classroom and anywhere around the zone of responsibility.

• Must have flexibility and the ability to adapt to changing circumstances.

• Ability to lift and move a minimum of 30 pounds.

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

• Ability to work in a variety of environments, specifically those subject to extreme humidity/dampness, heat and cold.

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high.

• This position requires reliable transportation and willing to travel, approved Motor Vehicle Record approved.

• This position may require availability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

• Must be able to perform all duties and functions of those that are supervised