Reports To: Senior Program Manager
Reporting to the Senior Program Manager and working in close partnership with the President
&; CEO, school leadership, and PowerPlay NYC guidelines, the Site Coordinator will oversee the
planning, implementation, and management of a 21st Century Community Learning Centers
(21C) after-school program. This grant-funded initiative provides academic support,
enrichment, and summer opportunities for elementary students who qualify for free or
reduced-price lunch and/or need additional academic support.
Key responsibilities include managing academic interventions, sports, and enrichment
programming; fostering strong family engagement through literacy events, workshops, and
ongoing communication; and building meaningful community partnerships. The Site
Coordinator plays a critical role in strengthening student achievement, expanding enrichment
opportunities, and deepening parent involvement in their child’s education.
ABOUT POWERPLAY
PowerPlay is a nonprofit organization with a mission is to advance the lives of girls through
sports, helping them grow physically, emotionally, and academically stronger. We serve more
than 1,300 young people ages 5–18 each year, 97% of whom are youth of color—primarily
Black and Latinx girls. Each year, PowerPlay partners with an average of 30 public schools and
community-based organizations across all five boroughs of New York City, bringing after-school
and summer programs to underserved communities with a focus on physical fitness and
education.
We deliver three core programs: STARS Series, which serves elementary and middle school girls
across all five boroughs; STARS CGI (Citywide Girls Initiative), where PowerPlay leads a coalition
of 10 nonprofits supporting the healthy development of 6,000 girls citywide; and 21C.
About 21C
21C empowers Bronx students in the underserved communities of Concourse and Morrisania
with leadership, healthy living, and academic enrichment to foster resilience and college/career readiness. Serving 774 youth (in FY25) across five high-need schools, 21C offers sports, STEM,
tutoring, SAT and Regents test prep, the arts, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), and
entrepreneurship, in partnership with Platinum Edge Tutoring.
Program Management: 21C
Coordinate, plan, and lead after-school activities that align with the school day and meet
individual student needs, supporting progress toward state academic standards.
Serve as the primary liaison between the agency and the assigned school, fostering
strong professional relationships with school staff, students, and community partners.
Maintain consistent communication with parents/guardians using approved tools and
strategies to strengthen family engagement.
Implement all grant requirements as outlined in the application while adapting to
integrate new program materials and initiatives.
Organize and maintain accurate records of attendance, enrollment, and activities in
Afterschool21 for all programs and participants.
Partner with the finance department, program evaluator, and Senior Program Manager
to manage the site budget and prepare necessary documentation for reimbursements
Plan and facilitate quarterly Advisory Council Meetings that bring together parents and
key stakeholders to strengthen program alignment and impact.
Design and lead inclusive family events that engage the entire school community.
Develop innovative strategies to increase parental involvement in student learning and
overall well-being.
Perform other responsibilities as assigned to ensure program success.
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum of 3 years’ experience coordinating activities in an out-of-school time or
similar youth development setting.
A current School-Age Child Care (SACC) license preferred.
Meet and maintain all licensing standards required by the Department of Health and
Department of Education.
Ability to actively participate in all aspects of program operations, including engaging
with children at floor level, leading physical activities (running, jumping, etc.), lifting
equipment as needed, and supervising outdoor activities, and attend field trips.
Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills for effectively engaging
children, families, staff, and school personnel.
Proven capacity to oversee daily administrative, programmatic, and supervisory
responsibilities with efficiency and professionalism.
Familiarity with public school systems and operations preferred.
Deep commitment to advancing student success, particularly within urban schools
serving diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic populations.
Knowledge of developmentally appropriate curriculum and enrichment activities that
support students’ academic, social, emotional, and physical growth.
Skilled in adapting instructional resources and approaches to meet the needs of
students with varied learning styles and special needs.
Demonstrated ability to lead and supervise school-age programs, employing strong
problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Ability to maintain a safe, positive, and academically supportive environment while
fostering collaboration with families and community partners.
Accountability for achieving program outcomes, including enrollment targets,
instructional hours, academic achievement benchmarks, youth development goals, and
family engagement objectives.
Commitment to professional excellence, demonstrated through punctuality, meeting
deadlines, and honoring organizational commitments
EDUCATION
Bachelor’s degree required with preference in Education, Psychology, or Social Work
COMPUTER SKILLS
Proficient in Microsoft Office suite of products
Knowledge of utilizing Google Drive to receive and share documents
Experience with Afterschool21 platform a plus
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The usual and customary methods of performing this position’s functions require the
following physical demands:
o Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling requires a moderate degree
of physical stamina.
o Frequent and prolonged standing, walking, bending, and occasional lifting up to
50lbs.
Position will require consistent visits to the storage unit to secure, return, and distribute
sporting equipment with coaching staff.
Job Type: Part Time
Salary: $25/Hour
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