Jobs: Essex County

 

Director of School Operations & Programs

Position Title: Director of School Operations and Programs
Department: Programs (External Clubs-After School)
Supervisor: Chief Operating Officer
Supervises: Site Coordinators
Salary: $75,000 – $80,000
Schedule:
Classification

Monday – Friday – including some weekends.
Exempt – Full Time with benefits (Vacation, Sick, Personal, Mental Health
Days, access to retirement options, and much more)

Mission Statement
Founded in 1938, the Boys & Girls Club of Newark (BGCN) is a non-profit organization working with
youth to help them achieve academic success, build good character and citizenship, and lead healthy
lifestyles.
Position overview and primary functions
The Director of School Operations and Programs is in a senior leadership role responsible for
managing and enhancing school-based programs and partnering with Clubhouse programs,
prioritizing trauma-informed practices, operational excellence, and positive and outcome-driven
youth development. This role requires a dynamic leader with a strong background in program
management and staff development and a deep commitment to supporting the well-being of youth
in our community.
The Director of School Operations and Programs oversees all external club school location (and their
related programs for the Boys & Girls Club of Newark. This position provides strategic programmatic
leadership and direction to all service delivery staff, ensuring effective and efficient program
implementation that meets organizational goals. As a dynamic leader, the Director guides staff to

develop innovative and effective approaches to serve children, youth, and their families, cost-
effectively expanding results and prioritizing trauma-informed practices. Reporting to the Chief

Operating Officer (COO), this role will ensure developing and maintaining a robust, high-quality,
sustainable operational program model.

Director of School Operations & Programs

Key Responsibilities:
Trauma-Informed Leadership:
• Foster a trauma-informed culture across all programs, ensuring that policies and practices
support the resilience and well-being of youth and staff.
• Collaborate with the Wellness Department and support the integration of trauma-informed
approaches across all aspects of programming and operations.
• Train staff to recognize and respond effectively to signs of trauma in youth, ensuring a
supportive and inclusive environment.
• Partner with mental health professionals/Wellness Department to provide referrals,
interventions, and family support services as needed.
• Develop strategies to reduce stress and foster emotional well-being for youth and staff.
Strategic Leadership:
• Develop and implement a comprehensive operational strategy to support the mission and
long-term program goals.

• Provide strategic leadership to deliver an outcome-driven Club experience that includes high-
yield activities, targeted programs, and active encouragement for youth participation.

• Develop and implement operational strategies to enhance program delivery across external
school sites.
• Scale successful programs to new locations while maintaining program quality and outcomes
fidelity.
• Report and collaborate with the Chief Operating Officer and other leadership team members
to align program goals with the organization’s mission and strategic priorities.
Program Oversight and Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI):
• Ensure alignment with the Boys & Girls Club mission, vision, and core program areas,
focusing on our four priority outcomes: Health and Well-Being, Character and Leadership,
Academic Success, and Life and workforce readiness.
• Work in collaboration with Develop and oversee high-quality school-based programs and

partner with the Clubhouse programs that integrate trauma-informed care and evidence-
based practices, focusing on CQI.

Director of School Operations & Programs

• Ensure effective implementation of BGCA’s National Programming guidelines, including
Power Hour Plus, Triple Play, Healthy Habits, and more.
• Lead and manage the performance evaluation process of direct reports and their reports.
• Utilize metrics-driven program design, member experience surveys, and optimal Club
experience evaluations to assess operational effectiveness. Recommend and implement
modifications as needed.
• Develop and oversee the annual programming budget in collaboration with COO and CEO
• Develop and oversee the annual programming calendar in collaboration with the COO.
• Scale successful programs to new locations while maintaining fidelity and quality.
• Ensure effective hiring and supervisory practices, including developing and using training and
coaching programs.
Funding and Resource Development:
• Identify and secure funding opportunities through grants, corporate partnerships, and
individual donors to support program expansion and sustainability and collaborate closely
with the Development Department.
• Build relationships with stakeholders, including schools, community organizations, and
funders, to strengthen partnerships and enhance resource sharing.
• Manage budgets effectively to ensure optimal allocation of resources.
Leadership and Coaching:
• Mentor and develop staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional
growth.
• Provide training and resources to ensure staff can effectively deliver trauma-informed
practices.
• Promote collaboration and teamwork across all levels of the organization.
• Act as a visible and accessible leader, regularly visiting program sites and engaging with staff
and youth.

Director of School Operations & Programs

Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Nonprofit Management, Education, Social Work, or a related field;
Master’s preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of leadership experience in youth development, nonprofit management,
or a related field.
• Proven expertise in trauma-informed practices and youth development.
• Demonstrated success in securing funding and managing budgets.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Proficiency in program evaluation tools and technology platforms used in nonprofit
operations.
Key Competencies
• Strategic thinking and planning.
• Leadership and staff development.
• Program evaluation and data-driven decision-making.
• Financial and operational acumen.
• Advocacy and relationship building.
• Crisis management and conflict resolution.
*BGCN provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for
employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.
In addition to federal law requirements, BGCN complies with applicable state and local laws
governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring,
placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation,
and training.

 

About Bricks 4 Kidz Essex County

COME BUILD WITH US! Bricks 4 Kidz® Essex County provides S.T.E.M. enrichment programming for kids (and kids at heart, too!) We’ve just opened our new Creativity Center in Livingston Mall while continuing to provide mobile classes at schools, recreation centers etc. throughout Essex County. So, we are hiring immediately to build our team.

 

Our programs have been developed by professionals active within their respective science fields including engineering, architecture, physics, and robotics. For children ages 3 – 13, they are designed to promote early exposure to S.T.E.M.topics in a manner that is designed to be both enlightening and fun.

 

We use LEGO® bricks, gears, motors, remote controls, digital cameras, animation and programming software as the hands-on teaching tools. When a child is learning in ways that appeal to them, their experiences are enhanced and their ability to retain information is greater. For older “kids at heart”, our programs are just plain fun!

 

Duties and Responsibilities of a Bricks 4 Kidz Team Member

You will facilitate creative play time, and enrichment programs at a variety of locations including our Creativity Center at Livingston Mall, pre-school and school locations, private events (birthday parties), community events, summer camp programs, community events, private classes, and out-of-school-time model building class(es) for children aged 3 – 13 that use LEGO® products including Duplo® blocks, Classic bricks, Technic bricks, Coding software and EV3 Robotics. You may also facilitate virtual programs that may utilize Zoom or other videoconferencing software, basic coding, and other youth-centered proprietary platforms. You do not need to have experience with motorized model building, coding or robotics. We will train you and supply all necessary materials for the classes.

 

Tiny Treasures Extended School Day
Office Phone: 973-265-0085 Fax: 973-265-084

EmaiI:TIExtended@gmail.com

Grandview
North Caldwell

Stevenson School
Fairfield, NJ

Essex Fells School
Essex Fells, NJ
WE ARE HIRING!

We are always looking for reliable,
energetic, and enjoy working with children.

Flexible schedule
2 to 5 Days per week

7:00 AM to 8:45 AM or 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM

Competitive Pay: $16.00-$20.00 per hour

Our Locations

If interested, please contact Jennifer Zampino. ttextended@gmail.com

LOT21C Program Facilitator: https://forms.gle/X6X3ZGkiYBqqAXaH8

LOT21C High School Facilitator 2024-2025: https://forms.gle/yjHPFQKeecSEG5Ap8

 

Leaders of the 21st Century is a non-profit whose mission is to develop civic-minded youth leaders in urban communities and prepare them for the world of work and beyond through professional and leadership development. We are currently expanding our team of facilitators for our day program, and Saturday program.