Assistant Director

POSITION: COMPASS Elementary P/T AssistantDirector

DEPARTMENT:Youth Services

REPORTS TO:Program Director

LOCATION:Brooklyn: PS 84K at 250 Berry St Brooklyn NY 11249

SALARY:$25-$30/HR

SCHEDULE:Part-Time (25-29 hrs/wk) For School Year: Monday Friday; 10 am 6 pm; some evenings/weekends may be required. Summer: 8 am 4 pm or 10 am - 6 pm

DATE:August 2026

JOB SUMMARY:As part of our Youth Services Departments vision all Youth Services Staff will assist in

promoting growth leadership and positive self-image in all young people at all of our

Grand Street Settlement sites. Program Director Assistants will promote and develop a

safe and engaging environment for youth. This role encompasses light supervision data

entry and group facilitation skills.

EDUCATION EXPERIENCE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• AssociateDegree required Bachelors preferred
• Youth development experiencerequired
• Must have experience teaching and designing curricula
• Ideal candidate has experience with DYCD Online
• Previous experience working with diverse young people ages 5-14 years old
• Three (3) or more years experience & expertise working with youth (volunteer experience is acceptable)
• Three (3) or more years experience coaching instructing or facilitating curriculum-based lessons (youth preferred)
• Ideal candidate is personable energetic & enthusiastic
• Candidate must complete the following: NYSDOH Fingerprinting Screening; New York State Clearance Review Background Check; 3 Reference Checks; Physical w/ updated TB Test (Fees may apply)
• Valid CPR/AED Pro certification through a recognized accrediting body preferred
• Valid First Aid/RTE certification through a recognized accrediting body preferred
• Candidates must be able to communicate effectively with all students while remaining professional at all times and be able to motivate the students while setting an example in all areas including responsibility timeliness organization attendance and most importantly professionalism

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Superviseparticipants

• Problem-solveand intervene directly with youth in groups
• Maintain adequate staff to supervise campers during all activities and trips

Programming

• Assist with designing and ensuring implementation of curricula
• Work collaboratively with co-workers
• Know and follow daily in-house and trip schedules and procedures
• Create a culture of positive group cohesiveness

Ensure Safety

• Must be able to supervise a group of children and occasionally participate in activities and trips; provide and maintain a safe working environment.
• Maintain adequate supplies in first aid and safety kits
• Maintain medical and contact information for each camper
• Responsible for maintaininga daily log of all incidents/ injuries
• Prepare attendance reports and other reports as required
• Know and adhere to all regulations and procedures outlined in the safety plan

Administrative

• Enter all participants and participant info on DYCD online
• Take attendance on a daily or weekly basis
• Help Program Director run reports and assist with overall database maintenance.
• Ensure all paperwork is completed and submitted on time
• Prepare time sheets and submit to payroll bi-weekly

Other

• Communicate regularly and appropriately with parents
• Complete all necessary paperwork that is required
• Come ready to work with a positive attitude
• Supervise and evaluate youth staff
• Other assignments as required