Essential Function

The Learning Zone Program Director is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and quality of education for all children within the program’s care. The Program Director is directly accountable for overall operational management in accordance with well-established guidelines, including curriculum development, staff and facilities management, and long-range planning. The Program Director ensures that the needs of the students and the goals of the program are met appropriately. The position also provides leadership and supervision to assigned program and volunteer staff, manages budgets, and controls expenses as assigned. The Program Director oversees the After-School and TSA Summer Camp programs.

Duties and Responsibilities

The duties listed below are the primary duties of this position but are not all the duties that may be required. The Salvation Army reserves the right to change, reduce or expand the duties of this position at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role.

• Collaborate with Corps Officers to establish a schedule, programs, activities, and services for children and families that align with The Salvation Army, NJSACC, state, and local requirements.
• Work with Divisional Education Director to adhere to state and local regulations for program licensure.
• Collaborate with supervisors on interviewing and hiring staff.
• Implement general education curricula and collaborate with staff to develop positive learning activities.
• Responsible for program administration including but not limited to tuition payments, subsidy voucher payments, managing supplies, and conducting monthly statistical reports in accordance with The Salvation Army policy & procedures and local laws.
• Meet regularly with Supervisor and work closely with other program staff.
• Positively promote the program to expand enrollment to maximum capacity. Implement community outreach activities to maintain and promote positive community relationships.
• Maintain staff and student records in accordance with established enrollment procedures and state guidelines.
• Maintain communications with parents of current and prospective students through direct conversation, newsletters, and the parent handbook.
• Serve as a point of contact for community partners and agencies, as well as for parents, in a manner that is representative of the Salvation Army and that promotes the programs.
• Receive and maintain food inventory for meals/menu, assisting with the preparation of menus and serving of meals.
• Maintain positive relationships with regulatory agencies and ensure legal and financial compliance with grants.
• Resolve conflicts, including implementing corrective action when necessary to ensure a positive experience for everyone.
• Conduct regular staff and parent meetings.
• Utilize data to assess and evaluate program operations and implement a strategic plan to address program needs.
• Complete and maintain staff and personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement of all childcare personnel.
• Manage the Summer Day Camp program if the program is provided by The Salvation Army.
• Assist and support other activities as needed or instructed by the Corps Officer(s), such as with seasonal programs (Red Kettle Campaign, Summer Camp, etc.), Corps programs, and other events.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Child Development, Physical Education, Recreation, or related field preferred.
• Two (2) years of direct experience working with school-aged children between the ages of 5-18.
• Proficient with computer applications, including databases, Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams, and PowerPoint.
• Understanding of state subsidy voucher system and experience in revenue tracking preferred.
• Strong oral and written communications skills; technology skills.
• Ability to work well with others (staff, children, and parents) and to foster a team environment.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated and the ability to work independently.
• CPR/First Aid certified preferred; must be willing to get certified within first 90 days.
• Bilingual English/Spanish strongly preferred.
• Must clear full background check.
• Must be willing to support and/or lead faith-based kid’s activities and programming.
• Must provide health screening that includes a physical and TB results within the first 90 days
• Must understand and appreciate the mission of The Salvation Army.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $26.76 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Working with school-aged children: 2 years (Preferred)

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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